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Himeji

Alley in front of Himeji Castle in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture

Best Way to Discover Japan's Best Castle Town

Essential Himeji Itinerary

(姫路) defining attraction is without a doubt, the (姫路城, Himeji-jō) that sits in the center of town. If you were to ask any Japanese to recommend a single to visit on your trip to Japan, they would likely recommend to you Himeji Castle. One of the that remain today, this stands out with the pristine exterior and original interior of the . While some might wonder if a visit to Himeji is worth it just for the castle, the answer is without a doubt “yes”.

Ultimate One Day Himeji Itinerary

Discover Japan's Best Castle and UNESCO World Heritage Site

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This itinerary helps you make the most of a visit to (姫路城, Himeji-jō) in the morning, combined with some of the best foods to check out along the shopping street on the way to the castle. It’s best combined with another half-day itinerary, and our personal recommendation is to head to (城崎温泉) on the 1.25pm Limited Express Shiokaze 3.
Alley in front of Himeji Castle in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture

Itinerary Details

Start off at Himeji Station

Recommended Time:

09:00

姫路駅

Himeji Station

東海道新幹線

Tokaido Shinkansen

JR-A85

JR神戸線

JR Kobe Line

Walk over to Yamasa Kamaboko

Est.

09:00

7 mins
7 mins
550m

Himeji Station

to

Yamasa Kamaboko

Exterior of Yamasa Kamaboko in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture

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Est.

09:05

30 mins
Closed

Yamasa Kamaboko (ヤマサ蒲鉾)

Snack on Kamaboko for Breakfast

Yamasa Kamaboko is a specialty shop. Founded in 1916, Yamasa Kamaboko has grown to become one of the largest Kamaboko manufacturers in western Japan. Their shop in Himeji offers a wide variety of with a variety of ingredients and flavors. It’s not easy to find a kamaboko specialty shop, so don’t miss out on this one.

Walk over to Himeji Castle

Est.

09:35

10 mins
10 mins
850m

Yamasa Kamaboko

to

Himeji Castle

Alley in front of Himeji Castle in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture

Est.

09:55

1.5 hours

Himeji Castle (姫路城)

Walk through the halls Japan’s largest castle

Himeji Castle is a that is one of the , and is considered one of . Even within those three, Himeji Castle is often considered the “best” and largest castle, and is the only one registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Walk over to Koba & More

Est.

11:25

13 mins
13 mins
1km

Himeji Castle

to

Koba & More

Walk down the Shotengai

Est.

11:50

4 mins
4 mins
300m

Koba & More

to

Taiyaki Honpo Yujido

Taiyaki from Taiyaki Honpo Yujido in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture

Est.

12:05

30 mins
Closed on Thu

Taiyaki Honpo Yujido (鯛焼本舗 遊示堂)

Enjoy this pastry shaped like a fish

Taiyaki Honpo Yugido is a specialty shop, specifically selling the version only with . While many shops these days serve taiyaki that’s already been pre-made and is soggy when served, Yugido prides themselves on having a crispy crust when you first bite into it.

Head back to Himeji Station

Est.

12:35

2 mins
2 mins
190m

Taiyaki Honpo Yujido

to

Himeji Station

End off at Himeji Station

Est.

12:35

姫路駅

Himeji Station

東海道新幹線

Tokaido Shinkansen

JR-A85

JR神戸線

JR Kobe Line

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