Himeji Castle, Japan's best-preserved feudal fortress, dates back to the 14th century. It took on its current form in the early 1600's.
It's also known as "White Heron Castle" because of the colour of its walls, which are covered in a white plaster that helps protect the wooden building from fire.
One of Himeji's most famous features is the maze of paths and gates leading to the main building. The labyrinth was designed to confuse and delay attacking warriors, but as the castle has never been attacked, this defensive strategy has gone untested.
Himeji is at its loveliest — but also most crowded — during the spring cherry blossom season.
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