Stroll through the White Heron Castle and visit a stunning Japanese castle.

Himeji Castle, also known as the White Heron Castle, is a Japanese national treasure and a World Heritage Site, famous for its well-preserved condition. This 400-year-old seven-story castle tower is a must-visit for Japanese history enthusiasts. 🔅Long history Himeji Castle was built in the 14th century, and the existing structure was mainly built in 1609, and has undergone several renovations to become what we see today. Many famous historical figures have lived in Himeji Castle, such as Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Ikeda Terumasa, Miyamoto Musashi, and others. 🔅Well-preserved Himeji Castle is one of the few ancient castles in Japan that has not been damaged by war or natural disasters. Many famous Japanese castles, such as Edo Castle and Nijo Castle, have not been preserved intact due to fires or bombings. Himeji Castle has been fortunate to escape many disasters. 🔅Complex defense system The castle tower is built on a hill overlooking the entire city. The castle has maze-like paths and multi-layered fortifications, making it easy to defend and difficult to attack, and has never been captured. 🚆Route: Take the JR Tokaido Sanyo Line from Osaka Station for 1 hour and 5 minutes to Himeji Station, and you can see the castle right across from the north exit. Walk north for 20 minutes or take a bus to get there. Himeji Castle is a niche attraction, and when I went there at 7 am, there were many locals walking their dogs.