Comments on: What to do in Himeji on a day trip from Kyoto: Himeji Castle and Engyoji Temple

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 04:41:07 +0000

In reply to Nancie. Me too! And in the late afternoon light, everything photographs well! Yes, next time you're in Japan, definitely check out Himeji!

By: Nancie

Nancie — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 22:16:27 +0000

Hi Rachel. This is a gorgeous castle. They were closed for renovations the last time I was in Japan, so another reason to go back. I love that last shot of the statues. I’m always intrigued by how the Japanese dress them up.

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Sun, 23 Aug 2015 07:44:00 +0000

In reply to Michele {Malaysian Meanders}.

Yes, I enjoyed the people-watching too! If you like that old vs. modern contrast, I just created a board on pinterest about this kind of contrast, since they often catch my attention too: https://www.pinterest.com/rachelheller/contrasts/

By: Michele {Malaysian Meanders}

Michele {Malaysian Meanders} — Sun, 23 Aug 2015 07:25:45 +0000

I really like the contrast of how traditional Himeji Castle looks compared to all the modern buildings along the boulevard leading to it. I don’t think that I saw any all-white castles when we were in Japan, so the color makes this one especially striking. When we visited, I think my favorite part was all the Japanese people we saw — cosplayers in Harajuku, salary men on the streets of Tokyo,women in kimonos, and all the people enjoying their hanami picnics in the parks during cherry blossom season.

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Sat, 22 Aug 2015 06:39:30 +0000

In reply to Ruth - Tanama Tales. Glad you liked it, Ruth. Thanks for commenting!

By: Ruth - Tanama Tales

Ruth - Tanama Tales — Sat, 22 Aug 2015 01:50:10 +0000

Agree with the other commenters. This is such a beautiful. I do not think I have heard about this castle before. The Engyoji Temple and location is wonderful too. I always try to go to a high place to observe places from above.

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 20:37:31 +0000

In reply to Muza-chan. Thanks, Muza-chan!

By: Muza-chan

Muza-chan — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 13:30:25 +0000

Beautiful photos… I love Himeji too…

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 12:30:47 +0000

In reply to budget jan. I never thought of comparing it to a cake, but I see what you mean! If you go back in spring, try to time it for the cherry blossoms. It would be crowded, I'm sure, but apparently it's a real glimpse into Japanese culture to join in on picnicking in one of the gardens. I'd love to do that someday. I stayed in Airbnb places too, which were very affordable.

By: budget jan

budget jan — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 11:49:01 +0000

Hi Rachel, I am another Co-Host for Travel Photo Thursday. The first sight of the castle (on your blog) is fantastic. If it was in miniature it would look like a decoration on a Wedding Cake or maybe an elaborate wedding cake itself. Umm It is late and maybe that is a weird thing to think lol. We spent two weeks in Kyoto last year in Autumn and stayed in southern Higashiyama – a beautiful temple district. We stayed in an Airbnb share house and thoroughly enjoyed our time there, meeting lots of other fellow travellers. Next year we hope to go back in Spring. 🙂