The Atlas Obscura Guide To Himeji

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Himeji, Japan

Updated November 6, 2017

Unusual Attractions in Himeji

Garden of the Lord's Residence

Himeji, Japan

Kokoen Garden

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

Himeji, Japan

Taiyo Park

A remote and slightly overgrown park filled with replicas of world landmarks.

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Tonomine Highlands.

Kamikawa-chō, Japan

Tonomine Highlands

A thick blanket of beautiful pampas grass cloaks this unique Japanese landscape.

23 miles from Himeji

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