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All Japan Himeji

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Himeji

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Himeji, Japan

Updated November 6, 2017

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Garden of the Lord’s Residence

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Kokoen Garden

Nine Gardens in one—with tea service.

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Taiyo Park

A remote and slightly overgrown park filled with replicas of world landmarks.
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Tonomine Highlands.

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Tonomine Highlands

A thick blanket of beautiful pampas grass cloaks this unique Japanese landscape.
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