Himeji Castle is a majestic seventeenth-century fortress in Himeji, Hyōgo Prefecture. Well preserved and grand in scale and beauty, it is one of Japan’s most admired castles.

But for those fascinated by Japan's feudal past, the country's castles are a must-see, and its largest, Himeji Castle, costs just 1,000 yen (under $7) to visit. Looming from atop a hill in Himeji, ...

Explore 9 stunning castles in Japan, from Himeji to Hirosaki—rich in samurai history, architecture, and scenic beauty. A must ...

Whether it's the romance of the turrets, the history in the stone, or the sheer artistry of their design, these fairytale ...

Himeji Castle, located in Hyogo Prefecture, is widely considered Japan’s most beautiful samurai stronghold. While many of Japan’s current castles are modern reconstructions, Himeji has been standing ...

Well, a new one has arrived as collectors and adventures can bring home the majestic beauty of Japan with this Himeji Castle set. Coming in at 2,125 pieces, this set comes in at 7.5" tall ...

The mayor of Himeji, western Japan, has said he is contemplating "quadrupling" entry fees exclusively for foreign tourists visiting Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in response to ...

Photo: Lego Japan In addition to Himeji Castle, Lego will also unveil the Zen Garden set this summer. This Lego Icon set captures the tranquillity and aesthetic features of a traditional Japanese ...

KOBE (Japan), Sept 4 (Bernama-Kyodo) -- The Japanese city that hosts Himeji Castle is considering doubling or tripling admission fees for visitors who do not live in the local area, officials said on ...

Did you know that Japan has more than 200 castles still standing in some form today? Once symbols of the nation’s martial prowess, Japanese castles stand out with their multi-tiered wooden ...

In October, Himeji Castle was twinned with Wawel Royal Castle ... after they were approached by the Polish ambassador to Japan with the suggestion in 2017. The partnership agreement was signed ...