Himeji Castle entry fee to more than double for visitors from outside Japan city

HIMEJI, Hyogo -- A ticket to the famously postcard-perfect Himeji Castle will cost more than double the current rate for ...
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One Price for Locals … 6x for Tourists? When Foreigners Pay More

Photo Credit: The mayor of Himeji has proposed a significant price hike for foreign tourists visiting Himeji Castle. Freepik / tawatchai07 Hideyasu Kiyomoto, the mayor of Himeji City in Japan, this ...
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The Crow and the Heron: An inside look at the legendary Himeji and Matsumoto castles of Japan

Japanese castles are familiar to movie lovers, gamers, and anyone interested in world history. Their iconic designs and impressive appearance are a stark contrast to the castles of Europe. Matsumoto ...
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From War To Wonder: The Jaw-Dropping Story Behind Japan’s Iconic Himeji Castle

White walls don't just guard a castle. They guard centuries of memory. When you stand before Himeji Castle, something stirs. Its pristine, winged silhouette rises above the city like a crane about to ...
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Himeji Convention & Visitors Bureau Introduces Special Winter Events in Himeji City, Home to World Heritage Site Himeji Castle

HIMEJI, Japan, Nov. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Himeji Convention & Visitors Bureau will launch an immersive art event at Himeji Castle, a World Cultural Heritage site designated by the Japanese ...