Himeji Castle is one of Japan's most iconic landmarks, but it isn't the easiest destination to thoroughly explore in Assassin ...

A trip to Japan wouldn't be complete without visiting the country's medieval castles, and the most-visited one is a sturdy historic keep outside of Tokyo.

Het kasteel is ook een krachtig en suggestief symbool van het feodalisme dat in Japan heerste tot de Meiji restauratie van 1868. Himeji-jo is the finest surviving example of early 17th-century ...

The men, I’m assuming men, who drew up the blueprints to Himeji Castle thought of everything. History records the names of the bigwigs who commissioned great historical structures. But the ...

Infiltrating castles and assassinating samurai daisho is a major part of. Here's the location of all castles in the game.

HIMEJI, Hyogo Prefecture--Out-of-towners ... The fee will be the highest in Japan for a castle where visitors can climb up to the castle tower, officials said, citing the 1,200 yen charge for ...

Some visitors to one of west Japan's most-loved tourist attractions will soon have to dig a little deeper for their tickets when Himeji Castle raises its entrance charge. Himeji City officials say ...

Ancient castles worldwide carry histories of power and violence, attracting those intrigued by alleged paranormal activity.

A price review for visitors at one of Japan's premier tourist attractions is generating controversy over possible discrimination. Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is considering a ...

Spring is the most rewarding time to visit Himeji Castle in Hyogo prefecture. The majestic structure, one of Japan's most famous castles, is also a designated Unesco World Heritage Site.

Spring marks the time for Sakura to be in full bloom. Here are the best places to see cherry blossoms in Japan 2025 for this year's hanami.