Castle Map

Japan

Castles near Himeji

48 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre: every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest landmark is also the most famous: Himeji Castle, ranked #34 of 9,035 worldwide, 3 km north of the city centre. The oldest dated site in the circle is Ki Castle, founded c. 700.

Every one of them stands in Japan: the country page shows the full national picture.

Within 25 km of Himeji

Day trips: 25–60 km

Farther afield: 60–100 km

+ 25 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q209801.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Himeji?

The Castle Map atlas maps 48 landmarks (19 castles · 1 palace & château · 28 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Himeji, measured straight-line: a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Himeji?

Himeji Castle, a castle 3 km north of the city centre.

What is the oldest castle near Himeji?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Ki Castle, founded c. 700: 84 km west. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Kobe (49 km) · Okayama (72 km) · Osaka (76 km) · Wakayama (79 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.