UNESCO World Heritage
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Himeji Castle
姫路城
Japan's finest and most complete castle, Himeji is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Treasure. Its dazzling white plaster walls and complex of 83 buildings earn it the name 'White Heron Castle.' The original 17th-century main keep has never been destroyed or rebuilt.
| Japanese Name | 姫路城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 兵庫県 |
| Region | 近畿 |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 1333 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 34.8394, 134.6937 |