Himeji

Himeji

Himeji is a city known for its impressive

fortress (castle), one of the most beautiful in Japan. Lies north-west of Osaka and was built in 14th century. The Himeji Castle was designed to look like the shape of a bird in flight known as Hhirasagijo. The fortress is considered by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. Himeji featured in the James Bond film “You Only Live Twice”. Hotels in Himeji

What to visit in Himeji: Himeji Castle; Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History; Engyoji Temple; Otokoyama Senhime Shrine; Mount Seppiko;

Restaurants in Himeji

• Jinpachi
• Gaisemmon
• Gozasoro
• Yakiniku Chubo Kuraya

Transports in Himeji

By train: The Shinkansen stops at Himeji.

By bus: There are buses to/from Tokyo.

Maps of Himeji

Map of Himeji

Where is Himeji on Map of Japan