Ottemae Park (大手前公園)
Flow of the course
About 15 min from the previous stop
About 120 min here
About 30 min to the next stop
Next stop: Attend the Garrison's Summer Event Fireworks and Cap Off a Himeji EveningAbout this spot
This park centers on an open plaza in front of the City Hall, directly facing Himeji Castle. The grassy expanse is an open, inviting space that fills with visitors in the evenings during summer festivals and refreshment events. Nearby eateries and takeout shops make it easy to grab food and relax on benches or the lawn. Enjoying the cool evening while gazing at the castle's night-time illumination is a highlight of this time. Spend this pre-fireworks time leisurely here.
Tips
About 10 minutes on foot from Himeji Castle. Surrounding restaurants get crowded in the evening, so it's wise to grab takeout earlier. Public restrooms are available within the park.
Best time to visit
About 2 hours. After sunset, you can also enjoy Himeji Castle's night-time illumination.
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Access & map
〒670-0012 24-1 68 Honcho, Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture
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2026 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Himeji Garrison Summer Refreshment Event Full-Day Course
Hyogo
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