Himeji Castle recently went through an extensive restoration, and is considered one of Japan’s premier castles. The scale is misleading, the first picture is from outside the outer wall, about 1/2 mile away.
The fish are full size replicas of those on the roof. The fish are supposed to ward off fire.
At the gate there are actors dressed in period costumes, their job is to pose for pictures. No fee or tips, there’s even a sign stating “free”.
The tour involves lots of climbing, the stairs getting narrower and steeper each successive floor.
The view is amazing.
The fish are full size replicas of those on the roof. The fish are supposed to ward off fire.
At the gate there are actors dressed in period costumes, their job is to pose for pictures. No fee or tips, there’s even a sign stating “free”.
The tour involves lots of climbing, the stairs getting narrower and steeper each successive floor.
The view is amazing.
After all that climbing and walking, we deserved some ramen.