[Himeji Castle] Take the train! A model itinerary to explore the history of the World Heritage Site Himeji Castle, starting from near the station

After filling up on soba noodles, a specialty of Himeji Station, walk to the World Heritage Site Himeji Castle. Tour the castle tower and Nishinomaru, then stroll through the adjacent Koko-en gardens. In the afternoon, drop by the Prefectural Museum of History and the Former Lord's Residence Park, then browse Banshu cuisine and souvenirs in the shopping district. Accessible by train, it's the perfect day trip.

9:00 AM ★★★☆☆ Ekisoba Maneki (Himeji Station specialty breakfast)
↓15-minute walk
9:45 AM ★★★★★ Himeji Castle (Main Tower, Nishinomaru, World Heritage Site)
↓5-minute walk
11:15 AM ★★★★☆ Kokoen Garden (Strolling Garden with Pond)
↓10-minute walk
12:30 PM ★★★★☆ Lunch (Banshu Cuisine: Conger Eel, Himeji Oden, etc.)
↓12-minute walk
1:30 PM ★★★☆☆ Itatehyosu Shrine (Harima Province's Main Shrine)
↓10-minute walk
1:15 PM ★★★★☆ Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History (Harima History and Archaeology)
↓15-minute walk (Otokoyama Approach)
1:30 PM ★★★☆☆ Otokoyama Hachiman Shrine (View of Otokoyama Water Distribution Tank Park)
↓12-minute walk
1:15 PM ★★★☆☆ Karō Yashiki Ruins Park (souvenirs and castle town stroll)
↓ 10-minute walk
5:00 PM ★★★☆☆ End near Himeji Station (additional cafe and souvenirs)