Himeji Castle – Kokoen Garden loop from 山陽姫路

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Himeji Castle – Kokoen Garden loop from 山陽姫路

Moderate

5.0

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Himeji Castle – Kokoen Garden loop from 山陽姫路

02:28

9.43km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.19 km

Shachihoko Sculptures in Shiromidai Park, View of Himeji Castle

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Shachihoko are mythological Japanese animals with lion's head and carp body and are usually found in all Japanese castles, as they are supposed to provide protection. These are located in …

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1.35 km

View of Himeji Castle and Red Bridge

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A good place for a photo - Himeji Castle with the red bridge in the foreground.

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2.57 km

Himeji Castle

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Himeji Castle 姫路城 Himeji-jō
Himeji Castle (Japanese: 姫路城, Himeji-jō) is located in the city of Himeji in the Japanese prefecture of Hyōgo.
It is one of the oldest surviving structures …

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2.80 km

Fountain With View of Himeji Castle

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Himeji Castle 姫路城 Himeji-jō
Himeji Castle (Japanese 姫路城, Himeji-jō) is located in the city of Himeji in the Japanese prefecture of Hyōgo.
It is one of the oldest surviving structures …

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3.77 km

Otemon Main Gate (Himeji Castle)

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Burg Himeji 姫路城 Himeji-jō
Himeji Castle (Japanese 姫路城, Himeji-jō) is located in the city of Himeji in the Japanese prefecture of Hyōgo.
It is one of the oldest surviving structures …

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4.28 km

Kokoen Garden

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A charmingly landscaped garden with various themed areas. You'll find several beautiful photo spots here. The various bridges and rocks in the water are lovely for crossing to the opposite bank.

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4.40 km

View of Himeji Castle from Koko-en Garden

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5.21 km

Otokoyama Hachimangu Shrine

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The "Otokoyamahachimangu Shrine" is located in the "Otokoyama Haisuiike Park", here you can take a break at half of the 200 steps to the viewing platform; O)

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9.43 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.75 km

3.07 km

1.61 km

992 m

Surfaces