Himeji

I made a reservation in advance for the car ferry that runs between Takamatsu Port and Tonosho Port on Shodoshima Island. On the day of boarding, I presented my voucher and vehicle registration certificate at the counter to exchange it for a ticket. The process was smooth. If you have passengers, you will need to make a separate reservation for them. If you are renting a car and are unsure of the appropriate vehicle classification, it seems possible to pay the difference locally. As of November 2025, local counters only accept cash payments, so I think it's a benefit to prepaying through kkday to have the option of paying by credit card or other means.

The unique lighting installations illuminating the historic city were a truly unique experience. I happened to be there on opening night, and it was incredibly lively. Using KKday's priority booking service and QR code for entry was super convenient, avoiding the queues for tickets! 👍🏻

I bought a ticket to see both Himeji Castle and Nijo Castle's projection mapping, and both were beautiful.

The park has amusement facilities and a zoo. In addition to walking, visitors can also drive into the zoo or take a bus to feed the animals (similar to Kyushu Nature Zoo). However, it seems that only private vehicles are allowed, as there are no other suitable means of transportation. In addition to the entrance ticket, a parking fee of 1200 yen is also required.

We were initially worried about language barriers during this trip with nine people, but communication was no problem at all, and the service was excellent. On the last day, we were short on time to get to the airport, so we asked Mr. Sui for help. He quickly arranged a car for us, allowing us to get to the airport on time. Thank you, Mr. Sui, for making our trip a perfect ending!

1. Meeting time is around 10:00 AM, very convenient for family trips (no need to get up early). 2. Ample time to visit: Himeji (approx. 3 hours), Arima (1.5 hours), Rokko (0.5 hours) (It's recommended to do your research before departure). 3. Travel time between points is approximately 1-2 hours (allows for appropriate rest). 4. Rokko Mountain offers a chance to see the night view from October to February (confirm daytime/nighttime times before booking). 5. Punctual departure (avoids waiting for other members who are not punctual). 6. Flexible participation in activities upon arrival (high flexibility). 7. Chinese-language explanations of historical and cultural sites (explaining past history during the trip). 8. Top-ranked castle! Three ancient springs (including Shinreisen)! Three major night views! All in one trip! (Very convenient for travelers wanting to explore Japanese attractions). It is recommended to slow down when the vehicle turns, as the speed is relatively fast.

Communication was smooth, the driver was very nice, drove very smoothly, and the car was very clean.

Himeji Castle is kept very perfect and beautiful. Every little section of Himeji Castle's road, Koyu guide will wait for tourists to explain the history of Himeji Castle after arriving. He will also help us take good group photos, because the tour guide will stop at every short section to explain the architectural history of Himeji Castle and why This way built, what historical chasm, so participants do not have to worry to walk all the way to the highest point of Himeji City will be exhausted, so that after walking to the top, the director will then let everyone free activities, because the schedule of the time is enough, 3 hours is actually very just right, Himeji City has some stairs to Walk, the elderly at home inconvenient mobility can also come slowly, next to there are seats tired can sit and rest, rest after ten minutes can continue to stroll down, unlike some trips will rush duck into a march, lunch everything is very delicious, remember to choose luxury tempura package , the place to eat is just across the road from Himeji Castle. Don’t worry about not having time to stroll around after eating. After eating, you still have time to visit the courtyard of Haokoen next door. In addition to the tickets for Himeji Castle, this trip also includes tickets for the good ancient garden next door to Himeji Castle. I didn’t know about this at the beginning Road, considered an extra trip, the plants in the good ancient garden are also very suitable for taking pictures and strolling, behind the Arima Hot Spring, because I am good for the hot spring, so as a souvenir street is strolling, Rokko Mountain trip can also buy some souvenirs, time is very plentiful, do not worry about not buying, small soup The tour guide said the pudding of Mount Rokko is very famous The origin of Ma Onsen and famous souvenirs, and the attractions of Mount Rokko and delicious souvenirs, this trip and time arrangement, I give 100 points, plus the small soup guide friendly, detailed explanation, the overall journey experience more than 100 points, worth me write an essay recommend this trip, went Japan's various attractions, currently experience on Himeji Castle is really worth a special trip, because other group travel itineraries have Himeji Castle's itinerary have other trips to climb, for people who do not like to climb or have elderly people at home, just want to relax in Himeji Castle.