Himeji City Overview

INTRODUCTION TO HIMEJI CITY

Himeji is located at the center of the Harima Plain in the Surrounded by mountains and the sea, Himeji has developed as a transportation hub of  western Japan. Blessed by mild climate and natural beauty, the city has realized excellent cultural characteristics through its long history as a castle town.

Since Himeji became a city in April 1889, its population has increased together with expansion of the city area, and now currently exceeds 530,000, including more then 10,000 foreign residents.

While evolving as a center for economy,culture and education in the Harima region, the City now comprises a large economic and cultural bloc in the region. since himeji was upgraded to a "Core City" in April 1996,the City has been working toward further advances as one of japan's leading cities.