Himeji Castle
Castillo de Himeji
Himeji Castle (Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture) – Himeji Castle is located in the center of Himeji City, about 50 kilometers west of Kobe and about 650 kilometers west of Tokyo. It takes about fours hours by bullet train from Tokyo. is nicknamed “White Heron” Castle because of its white walls which are covered with white plaster. The reason for using white plaster is that it is fireproof. Like other surviving Japanese castles, Himeji Castle is built of wood, not stones, and so fire prevention is very important. This castle, built in its present form during the 16th century, has never been damaged by warfare (even surviving World War II). It is registered on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Hours: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (September – May), 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (June – August). Admission: ¥600 (adult aged 15 and over), ¥200 (children 3 to 14 years).