Explore the National Treasure that is Himeji Castle which was also registered as Japan’s first World Heritage Site alongside Nara’s Horyu-ji Temple. View Japan’s No. 1 castle whose appearance hasn’t changed in 400 years. And in the afternoon, head for Shoshazan Engyo-ji Temple, an ancient place that has become one with the mountain. The temple has become famous as the location for the Hollywood movie “The Last Samurai”.
Day 1
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9:00 AM
Himeji CastleHead for Himeji Castle which is famed as Japan’s premier castle, registered as a World Heritage site. Its graceful appearance has been compared to that of a white heron spreading its wings. Tour the valuable castle tower that has survived for more than 400 years.
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11:00 AM
Koko-en GardenA Japanese garden that is located beside Himeji Castle. You can enjoy 9 different Japanese-style gardens with the castle as the backdrop. There are a teahouse and a restaurant within the garden where you can sample genuine Japanese cuisine, so you will want to have lunch here.
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14:00 PM
Shoshazan Engyo-ji TempleLocated 8km away from the city of Himeji, this is a magnificent temple on Mt. Shosha. It is also well known as the shooting location for “The Last Samurai” which starred Tom Cruise. Take the ropeway from the foot of the mountain to reach Engyo-ji, and then take a walk through the large tranquil temple surrounded by the nature of the mountain.
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