Overall view of Himeji Castle,the first World Heritage site in Japan. Himeji Castle is called as "white Heron Castle" since it's loof and wall is painted by white plaster.

Himeji Castle also played a role of fortress keeping wide moats and other preparation for war.

In Kokaen stroll garden ponds,trees and stones are arranged well balanced.

Even small reivers run in Kokaen garden.

Let's visit Himeji Castle,the first world heritage site in Japan.

Name: Let's visit Himeji Castle,the first world heritage site in Japan.
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Himeji

6 Hours

up to 5 people

English ( Business )

Private tour (only you and your guide)

Walking / Public Transportation Tour
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Having about one hour ride of the train from Osaka,we reach Himeji station from where you can already see distant view of Himeji Castle.It is famous for the beautiful structure and also took a very important role to watch western Japan during Tokugawa Shogunate.You can learn history of Tokugawa Shogunate and also enjoy typical Japanse stroll garden at Kokaen next door of the castle.

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Not only with a beautiful overwall view, Himeji Castle will fascinate you with a role of fortress.The labyrinth-like approach to main keep will slow down enemy invasion.Through 1,000 loophole guns are fired at attackers.Angled chutes are also set at numerous points in the castle walls to throw stones or pour boiling oil on attackers.
The castle is so famous but please do not miss the stroll garden located next door of the castle.we can enjoy various types of stroll gardens in limited space very efficiently with trees,stones,rocks and rivers.And many red colored carps can be seen in the pond or river.

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Departure & Return

Starting time 09:00 AM ( recommended ) Flexible

Meeting Point At your hotel in Osaka.

Ending Point At your hotel in Osaka

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee only

What‘s not included

hotel pick up at Oaska area ￥2000
transportaion charge between Osaka and Himeji(you and guide)￥3000/person
entrance fee for Himeji Castle and Kokaen garden￥1040/person
lunch

Important

I am ready to come to Nagoya even transportation cost exceeds the standard slightly since It's my native town and know even the corner of the street.

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Free cancellation - 30 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 15 to 29 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 14 day(s) prior to meeting time

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