Himeji Park

What it is

• An urban park in Himeji City.
• Located within the former second bailey of Himeji Castle.
• One of Japan's Top 100 Historical Parks.
• Developed on 68.1 hectares within a special historic site.

What to see

• Himeji Castle is a historical site within the park.
• Koko-en Garden is in the former Nishi-Ouyashiki site.
• Himeji City Museum of Art is located here.
• Otemae Park is in the southern part of the castle.
• Karoyashikiato Park reproduces the former Otesuji street.
• Shirotpia Commemorative Park was established in 1989.

When to go

• Hosts festivals, city events, and live performances.

Getting there

• A 10-minute walk from Himeji Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.