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Creation Date
5-3-2025
Study Abroad Location
Akita International University, Japan
Description
The 1993 UNESCO World Heritage site, Himeji Castle, stands tall on a sunny spring day. Also called White Crane Castle, Himeji Castle was home to princess Senhime who moved there after being rescued from a burning Osaka castle siege. The castle has undergone many transformations, including several restoration projects and a brief stint as an army barracks in the late 1800s. Today, it stands as a living symbol of Japanese history and culture.
Submitted as part of the Spring 2026 Study Abroad Photo Contest.
Rights
Copyright of the work is held by the photographer. The digital image presented here is for educational purposes only and is not for commercial use.
Keywords
study abroad, photo contest, Himeji Castle, Hyogo, Japan, White Crane Castle
