Day trips
Himeji
Himeji Castle, the White Heron. The most beautiful castle in Japan.
FromOsaka or Kyoto
Travel time1 hour from Osaka
Time neededHalf a day
WhyJapan's most beautiful castle
Why go
It's called the White Heron for its colour. A quick trip that fits easily into a Kyoto or Osaka day.
What to see
- The white castle and its grounds.
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