Himeji Castle 【World Heritage】

With a history of 400 years since its construction and being deemed a national treasure, Himeji Castle, also known as Shirasagi-jo or White-Heron Castle, was registered as a world heritage, together with Horyu Temple, as the first such registration involving Japanese assets.
The amazing architectural beauty-coalition type castle, which consists of the grand castle tower and 3 small keep towers, and the brilliantly white walls, makes it look as if a white heron (Shirasagi) was flying up in the sky.

JR Himeji Station

JR-Ikuno Station

Old Mine Cart Railway Park

The mining car tracks that were used to transport silver ores from Ikuno Silver Mine were preserved and turned into a park.

Ikuno Townscape

There are streets here that show the lifestyles of people back in the period when mining was still flourishing in Japan. Here, you can feel the spirit of accepting the new Western culture even before it spread throughout Japan, as well as the pride of the locals who have upheld this spirit.

At Izutsuya, the Company House, and the Former Asada Residence, visitors can see the traditional architecture of Japanese houses up close. These places also serve as tourist information centers, and visitors can also hear about how life was back in those days.

"The archives of recollection" Museum

There are exhibitions featuring Japanese pop culture like anime and superhero characters.

Ikuno Silver Mine

This is the preserved site of the Ikuno Silver Mine, which was controlled by the leaders of Japan throughout its history. Records state that silver was first mined here in 1543.

Workshop "Marie" (Silver Accessory Making)

This is a facility providing workshops where visitors can make their own silver accessories out of silver clay. Reservations are required for the preparation of materials.

Asago Tourist Information Center

This is an information center located in the building of JR Ikuno Station. There are panels introducing the Ikuno Silver Mine here as well.

JR-Takeda Station

EN Takeda Castle Town Hotel

This is a hotel that is housed in the refurbished former Kimura Sake Brewery in the castle town of Takeda Castle. A restaurant and cafe is also located on the premises, making it a multipurpose facility that brings people together.

EN Takeda Castle Town Hotel

This is a hotel that is housed in the refurbished former Kimura Sake Brewery in the castle town of Takeda Castle. A restaurant and cafe is also located on the premises, making it a multipurpose facility that brings people together.

"Castle in the Sky" Information Center

This is an information center located in the castle town of Takeda Castle. There are exhibits showcasing the history of Takeda Castle here.

Takeda Castle Ruins

The castle was said to have been built in 1431 to protect the Ikuno Silver Mine. The castle was abandoned in 1600 due to government policies at the time, and has been left untouched and preserved since then.

Takeda Townscape

This is a street with a traditional Japanese atmosphere, and includes a building converted from a sake brewery with 400 years of history.

JR-Takeda Station

JR Kinosaki Onsen Station