Himeji Castle's Layers Of History And Feudal Defense One of the first things you'll notice about Himeji Castle is its sprawling, labyrinthine layout. Its winding paths and multiple layers of ...

Every May, the grounds surrounding Himeji Castle hold the Himeji Castle Festival (Himeji Oshiro Matsuri). Held over three days, this historic celebration blends Edo-period reenactments, traditional ...