Himeji Castle Inui Kotenshu (Northwest Small Keep)
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(30)The Inui Kotenshu, also known as the Northwest Small Keep, is the largest of Himeji Castle's subsidiary keeps, guarding the main keep from the northwest. It stands four stories above ground with one basement level, boasting an elegant exterior adorned with various gables and windows.
Address
Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0012, Japan
Website
Opening Hours
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Thu)
Phone
+81 79-285-1146
Worth it?
Worth it if you want to explore the complex defensive structures of Himeji Castle
Skip if you're only interested in the main keep
Location
Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0012, Japan
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Highlights
The top floor of the Inui Kotenshu lacks lattices, offering unobstructed views of the main keep and the Nishinomaru Garden below.
The central part of the corridor in the Ro-no-Watari-yagura, which connects to the Inui Kotenshu, features original 400-year-old flooring with a distinctive fish-scale pattern.
The first floor of the Inui Kotenshu displays a detailed model of Himeji Castle's entire complex.
Who it's for
Anyone interested in the intricate defensive architecture of Japanese castles, especially those who appreciate detailed historical structures.
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Reviews
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5 ReviewsVisitors appreciate the detailed architecture and the unique views from the top floor of the Inui Kotenshu. Many note its significant size for a subsidiary keep and the historical details found within.
Fun facts
At the time of its construction, the Inui Kotenshu was called the Inui Yagura.
The Ro-no-Watari-yagura, connecting the East and Inui Small Keeps, is one of Japan's largest existing connecting corridors, measuring about 28.7 meters long and 5.9 meters wide.
