Himeji Castle

Himeji Castle (姫路城; -jō) is a Japanese castle located in Himeji in Hyogo Prefecture.

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Japan - Castle - Himeji - Hyogo Prefecture

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It is one of the oldest surviving structures from medieval Japan, and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Japanese National Cultural Treasure. Along with Matsumoto Castle and Kumamoto Castle, it is one of Japan's "Three Famous Castles", and is the most visited castle in Japan. It is occasionally known as Hakurojō or Shirasagijō ("White Heron Castle") because of its brilliant white exterior.

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Medieval Japan - UNESCO - World Heritage Site - Japanese National Cultural Treasure - Matsumoto Castle - Kumamoto Castle - White Heron

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Himeji Castle frequently appears on Japanese television. Edo Castle (the present Kokyo) does not have a keep, so when a fictional show such as Abarembo Shogun needs a magnificent substitute, the producers turn to Himeji.

Related Topics:
Television - Kokyo - Keep - Abarembo Shogun

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