Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1JPY = 1.00JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Cherry blossoms and mild weather enhance visits to historic sites.
Recommended trip duration
1 days
Top things to do in Himeji
World Heritage Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen, one of Japan's three oldest hot springs, and Mt. Rokko Observatory Day Trip (from Osaka)
English guided
Free cancellation
From
¥ 8,300
Kobe Day Trip丨Himeji Castle & Mt. Rokko & Arima Onsen Chinese Service with Hotel Pick-Up Available
Private tour
Free cancellation
From
¥ 9,375
Himeji Castle & Koko-en Half-Day Historical Tour
Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
¥ 15,625
One-day cherry blossom viewing tour of Ono Sakura Corridor, Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, and Kobe Mentaiko Park
English guided
Free cancellation
¥ 8,938
Himeji Castle and Kobe Night View Full-Day Small Group Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
¥ 12,500
Himeji Half-Day Private UNESCO Castle & Sake Tour
Private tour
English guided
Afternoon departure
Private group
Free cancellation
¥ 15,500
[Korean Tour & Review Event] [Only Large Buses] Hyogo Prefecture
Free cancellation
¥ 7,000
Shirakawago & Takayama One-day UNESCO site & Historical Tour
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
¥ 33,125
Kobe & Himeji Castle Full-Day Private Tour with Optional Kobe Beef Lunch
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
¥ 123,125
World Heritage Himeji Castle & Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Walking Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
From
¥ 25,500
Himeji Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
¥ 41,250
Walking Tour in Himeji: Castle, Garden and Aizome (Indigo Dyeing)
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
¥ 23,625
Transport in Himeji
JR West Kansai Area Pass
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From
¥ 2,700
JR Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass
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¥ 17,000
Kansai Railway Pass
Free cancellation
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From
¥ 5,600
JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass
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¥ 23,000
JR Kansai Hokuriku Area Pass
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From
¥ 19,000
JR Setouchi Area Pass
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¥ 22,000
Hotels in Himeji
Hotel Monterey Himeji
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From
¥ 10,937
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji
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From
¥ 9,696
¥ 10,345
Richmond Hotel Himeji
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From
¥ 7,664
Hotel Nikko Himeji
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From
¥ 10,432
Dormy Inn Himeji
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From
¥ 12,427
¥ 13,151
Comfort Hotel Himeji
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From
¥ 7,125
Natural Hot Spring Hotel LiVEMAX PREMIUM Himejieki-Minami
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From
¥ 5,295
KOKO HOTEL Himeji Castle
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From
¥ 5,880
¥ 5,985
Hotel Livemax Himeji Ekimae
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From
¥ 5,568
Himeji Castle Grandvrio Hotel
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From
¥ 8,262
APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita
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From
¥ 8,737
Reviews of Himeji activities
Stephen ******
2025-12-02 17:10:20
very convenient hotel, 1 minute walk away from himeji station. luggage storage available before and after check out so you can ditch your bags and go enjoy the castle! staff were extremely friendly and accommodating even letting us check in 2 hours early.
Klook会員
2025-10-30 04:17:25
The hotel was conveniently located near the train station, making it easy to go out for dinner. It was also close to Himeji Castle, so I could take a walk after dinner and see the illuminated castle. Amenities were available at the front desk, and you could take what you needed. I especially liked the soft toothbrush. Overall, the room was clean.
HSIEH ******
2025-10-13 12:46:24
Night ramen and breakfast are on the 2nd floor, and the hot spring is on the 12th floor (with popsicles/Yakult). The hotel staff is very enthusiastic and greets you kindly (without any signs of burnout). The most amazing thing was that the staff helped to push the luggage into the room!
클룩 회원
2026-01-01 07:28:29
The hotel's location is perfect. It's adjacent to shopping areas and within walking distance of Himeji Castle. The breakfast is substantial. Parking was also convenient and reasonably priced at 700 yen.
클룩 회원
2025-10-05 03:36:36
Location: Close to the station, but a bit of a walk to the main shopping area (maybe 6 minutes on foot?).
Cleanliness: Relatively clean. I booked a twin room for around $30 USD on Klook, so even if it were a little dirty, I wouldn't have minded.
클룩 회원
2025-12-10 05:59:34
It was divided into the East Wing and the West Wing, and I stayed in the East Wing. The East Wing itself was too cold, and the hallway from the elevator to the room was not heated. I went to use the coin laundry in the West Wing, and the West Wing was very warm as soon as I got off the elevator. I went back and forth several times for laundry, and they were all Japanese. In the East Wing where I stayed, I only met us and Chinese guests. I want to believe that we were not the only ones assigned a room in such a cold place. The desk staff were all friendly. I chose this place because of the hot springs and free parking. The hot springs had many baths and even a mist sauna. Many customers came just for the hot springs. There was plenty of parking, which was convenient.
Ho *******
2025-12-27 13:09:28
The room is larger than a typical Toyko Inn hotel room. The location is at the south exit of the station, which is very convenient. There is a parking lot, and coffee and ice are provided. There are many business travelers. The cleanliness level is normal, and the location is good.
Elizabeth *****
2026-01-25 11:01:10
Had an absolutely delightful day with our guide, Harry! the day does kick off nice and early but we were greeted by some wonderful snow upon our arrival in Himeji! Harry was so filled with knowledge and stores about the castles purpose, and was sure to tell us all about the different legends surrounding it. The view from the top is incredible as well! just make sure your calves are ready for some steep stairs 😂 Upon his suggestion, I also checked out the beautiful gardens next to the castle grounds, and they certainly did not disappoint. The lunch set was also absolutely delicious! Arima onsen town is also beautiful - and if public baths aren’t your thing, there are plenty of shops and little eateries for you to indulge in! the view from Mt Rokko was also a sight to behold! would definitely recommend this tour! the sights were wonderful! thank you again Harry!!
Klook 用戶
2026-02-25 10:55:34
We went on February 8th, two families in one minibus. It happened to be snowing that day, and we saw Himeji Castle in the snow, so beautiful! After arriving at Arima Onsen, the snow gradually got heavier, and some roads were closed. We couldn't go up Mount Rokko, but the driver cooperated with our schedule and departed earlier to return to the city, avoiding being stranded on the mountain.
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