02 mans who stand at the gate were very friendly. They wear traditional custom like "Samurai" man More

This is one of the most breathtaking sights I have ever visited. A must for those interested in samurai and medieval Japan history. Normally, I would have ranked Himeji jo with 5 stars, but due to restoration on the main tower, something is lost. Restoration works are due to be completed in around two years from now. More

This is more than an hour train ride away from Namba Osaka but worth it! It's impressive, even under construction. You get to go inside the castle and walk through the palace grounds. It's one of the three most important castles in Japan that remain from the Feudal period. It's a UNESCO world heritage site. There are english signs. There... More

Superb eventough it's still under renovation untill 2014. The surround area very beautiful. I especially like the koi pond just behind the castle, quiet and serene. I guess not many people visiting the back area there.... More

A nice place when you looking for historical place and interested in the Japanese culture. More

This beautiful site will not be open until 2014. Come back then! More

I love Himeji castle and have been before but it's being restored and is undercover until 2014 so you can't see it, beware. but the grounds and outbuildings are still nice if you really want to go there. More

I was surprised to discover that the main keep of Himeji castle is entirely covered by a huge 'box' of scaffolding. It turns out that a major renovation is under way, and work will continue until 2015. Nevertheless, it's definitely worth a vist. The renovation process itself is fascinating, as the workers are using the traditional methods for roofing, plastering,... More

I used to live in Himeji, and the castle was indeed breathtaking. I returned for a visit many years later (March 2012) to find out that it was undergoing major repairs. It was fair to say that I was disappointed initially, as I couldn't show my wife how grand and spectacular it was. However after visiting, and going to the... More