The Atlas Obscura Guide To Himeji

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

Updated November 6, 2017

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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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