Himeji is a city located in Hyogo Prefecture in the Kansai region of Japan. This city sits peacefully, offering interesting history, and beautiful castles. It invites hot springs to those few travelers who wander out this way. Himeji Castle is the crown jewel of the town. This wonderful city has many historical and cultural things to see. Visitors can explore temples, shrines, and traditional houses. All the temples are wonderful in terms of their architecture and cultural experience. The majority of the temples are located atop hills or mountains. Visitors can get an amazing view while you receive blessings.

Here are the Best Places to Visit in Himeji

 

1. Himeji Castle

 

This castle is also known as White Heron Castle, because of its elegant, white appearance. This historic and iconic castle is over 400 years old. The castle is considered Japan’s most spectacular castle for its imposing size and beauty and its well-preserved, complex castle grounds. Himeji Castle is both a national treasure and a world heritage site. It is made up of over eighty buildings spread across multiple baileys, which are connected by a series of gates and winding paths. Himeji Castle even contains a large, cherry tree-lined lawn. It is a popular spot for viewing cherry blossoms usually in early April.

2. Himeji City Museum of Art

 

Himeji City Museum of Art is located inside Himeji Park. In the incredible scenery of historic landmarks like the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Himeji Castle. It was opened in 1983. Himeji City Museum of Art is one of the top attractions in Himeji, Japan. This museum is home to more than 3,700 works of art. It even houses a few paintings by French artists such as Monet, Matisse, Pizarro, Corot, and more. Visitors can get to see historical, modern, and contemporary artworks of the region at this place. Himeji Museum has three exhibition rooms where visitors can view swords and paintings from the Edo period as well as collections of modern and contemporary Japanese and European art. This art museum hosts special exhibitions each year.

3. Koko-en Garden

 

Koko-en Garden is a  Japanese garden located next to Himeji Castle in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. It was constructed in 1992 at the site of the lord’s West residence. This garden is spread out over 3.5 hectares. That features nine different gardens designed to match the historic aesthetic of the castle that towers over them. Its walled gardens were designed in various styles of the Edo Period. Visitors can see a pond with a waterfall, a pine tree garden, a bamboo garden, a flower garden, and a tea garden where they can enjoy tea.

4. Taiyo Park

 

Taiyo Park is located at the base of Mt. Mineai. This amazing themed park lets one revisit ancient times. It features reproductions of the Great Wall of China, the Arc de Triomphe, the Moai statues of Easter Island, pyramids, and other stone structures from around the world. Visitors can adorn costumes from different cultures and have photographs clicked with the monuments. One has to travel an hour from Himeji travel to explore this park.

5. Himeji Central Park

 

Himeji Central Park is a safari park and amusement park in Himeji, Hyogo, Japan. It was opened in March 1984. This park is famous for its zoo, amusement park, picnic spots, sports facilities, and games. The major fun thing about Himeji Central Park is Animal safaris and amusement rides. Its amusement park has mini-golf, roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, a horror museum, boat rides, train tours, and more. The safari park is home to 1,200 animals of 190 species. Visitors can the zoo by walking, on a bus, or in a ropeway cabin. Himeji Central Park also features a swimming pool in the summer and ice skating in the winter, making it a year-round destination.

6. Tegarayama Central Park

 

Tegarayama Central Park is a public park. It is home to many Himeji tourist attractions such as the Aquarium, Monorail Museum, Botanical Gardens, Peace Memorial, Amusement Park, and more. Many monuments of this hilltop park offer great views of the city. The major features of this park are the Control Tower and the Castle. It is the best vantage point to see the city. Visitors have to travel for an hour from Himeji to reach this destination.