A trip to Japan wouldn't be complete without visiting the country's medieval castles, and the most-visited one is a sturdy historic keep outside of Tokyo.

Known as the “White Egret” for its white walls, Himeji Castle, constructed in 1333 near Kobe, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan’s finest surviving castles. Its haunting ...

Himeji Castle in the Hyōgo Prefecture is one of Japan's most stunning ... Known for its elaborate white facade, the castle is often called the "White Egret Castle." It's open year-round for ...

AN intriguing photograph of an egret wading in a marsh in Japan has attracted worldwide attention online, with many wondering how the image was shot. The photograph taken by Mr Kenichi Ohno ...