Himeji-jo is the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture, comprising 83 buildings with highly developed systems of defence and ingenious protection devices dating ...

Himeji City officials say people from outside ... The move is part of measures to prevent over-tourism and preserve the mountain's natural beauty. Tensions surround new tourism rules for Iriomote ...

HIMEJI, Hyogo Prefecture--Out-of-towners and overseas visitors to Himeji Castle will be charged more than double what residents here pay to visit the World Heritage site from next year.

The city of Tono, for example, is a mountain town full of spirits and folklore. But for those fascinated by Japan's feudal past, the country's castles are a must-see, and its largest, Himeji ...

HIMEJI, Hyogo -- A ticket to the famously postcard-perfect Himeji Castle will cost more than double the current rate for anyone from outside this western Japan city beginning in March 2026, the ...