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This special tour explores fascinating hidden spots around Himeji Castle.
At Hiromine Shrine, you will experience a unique style of worship found only here, based on Onmyodo—an ancient Japanese system that interprets fortune and destiny through time and direction.
The tour also includes a breathtaking secret viewpoint and a place where you can reflect on the timeless theme of eternal love, revealing a deeper and more mysterious side of Himeji beyond the castle.
Travel by private car ensures a flexible and comfortable journey, offering a truly memorable and enriching experience.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up from certain hotels may be available upon request, in addition to the designated meeting points.
If your hotel is not listed but located within Himeji city, pick-up may still be possible.
Please contact us via message after booking to check availability.
The meeting point is in front of the Subway restaurant on the 1st floor of Egret Himeji. Our staff will be waiting there to greet you.
The end location can be adjusted flexibly depending on the situation on the day. If you have any requests, please consult with the driver on the day of the tour.
Itinerary
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Hiromine Observation Plaza is located near the summit of Mount Hiromine, at an elevation of approximately 300 meters. From the observation deck, visitors can enjoy sweeping panoramic views of Himeji Castle, the expansive Banshu Plain, and—on clear days—even the distant Seto Inland Sea.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Hiromine Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine with origins dating back nearly 2,000 years, and its main sanctuary was established in 734. Nestled deep in the quiet mountains of Mount Hiromine, it has long been revered as a sacred spiritual power spot. On this tour, guests will experience a unique style of worship found only at Hiromine Shrine, based on Onmyodo (ancient Japanese cosmology). Visitors pray to the guardian deity of their Nine Star destiny, offering wishes while facing the prayer point associated with their own destiny star. Surrounded by a serene and sacred atmosphere, this special visit offers a rare opportunity to connect with traditional Japanese beliefs and spiritual practices, making it one of the most memorable stops on the tour.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Keiunji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located in the Noyori district, an area that has flourished for centuries as a center of commerce and culture. It is especially known for the Hiyoku-zuka, a unique memorial site found only at this temple. The Hiyoku-zuka was created to honor two lovers who were unable to be united during their lifetimes. On this tour, their tragic love story—Onatsu and Seijuro—serves as an example through which visitors are invited to reflect on the idea of “eternal love” that transcends time, as embodied in this deeply moving memorial.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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