These photos were taken in April 2008 of cherry blossoms season (Left) , June 2015 (Right). This castle tower was under renovation between October 2009 and March 2015.
World Heritage HIMEJI CASTLE
(Himeji-jo Castle)
世界遺産 姫路城
When I went there before the renovations, I could walk around there without seeing many tourists. But when I was there after the renovation, it was very popular and crowded, especially at the top floor of the castle.
However, I could enjoy its new appearance, which became much more white and beautiful than before.
Himeji Castle is designated as a national treasure in Japan.
國寳姫路城
Tile roof is nice design!
Can you believe it?
I found a design of a pretty heart, like the ones in the photo, in a traditional Japanese castle.
It is doing a headstand. Great!
〇△□ looks cute♪
These were made for shooting holes.
Meiji period 明治時代
Showa period 昭和時代
Heisei period 平成時代
大天守の鯱（しゃち）
English information is available about it.
Website
http://www.city.himeji.lg.jp/guide/castle.html
Manhole (fire hydrant) in Himeji City Kobe, Japan
Himeji Castle is also called Heron Castle
白鷺城（しらさぎじょう・はくろじょう）
, because the castle looks like white heron.
Photo book of manholes in Japan
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BOOK WALKER
Photos were taken in 2008 and 2015.
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