Himeji Castle is located in Ehime Prefecture. Is one of the most beautiful castles in Japan. Still preserved as a national treasure. And was registered as a World Heritage Site. And it was closed to make reparation for 5 years from 2009 to 2014 but tourists can visit and watch the entire repair process closely.
Himeji Castle Is a landmark because it is the oldest building . Last remaining survivor of the war. And has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It remains a unique hardware architecture and a series of Japanese castles. Both the high stone walls and white buildings in the castle grounds. Considered as a standard model of Japanese castles