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Himeji Castle
Japan's most spectacular castle, known as the White Heron for its brilliant white exterior, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
21 km · about 25 min drive
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Aioi
Hyōgo, Japan · Asia
About Aioi
Aioi is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Tatsuno, 21km from Himeji Castle.
Aioi is in Hyōgo, Japan, with about 28,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Tatsuno, about 8 km away.
Aioi (相生市, Aioi-shi) is a city in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 May 2022, the city had an estimated population of 28,208 in 13143 households and a population density of 310 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 90.4 square kilometres (34.9 sq mi).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Aioi?
Within an hour or so of Aioi: Himeji Castle (21 km), Okayama International Circuit (26 km), Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (55 km), Naoshima Art Island (58 km).
Are there any good drives near Aioi?
The nearest famous roads are Uradome Coast and Philosopher's Path.
Where is Aioi?
Aioi is in Hyōgo, Japan, about 8 km from Tatsuno.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 28,355
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Hyōgo
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 34.8036, 134.4681
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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Worth the detour from Aioi
4 notable places within an hour's drive.
racetrack
Okayama International Circuit
A compact hillside circuit in western Japan that hosted two Formula 1 Pacific Grand Prix races in 1994 and 1995.
26 km · about 30 min drive
landmark
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
World's longest suspension bridge spanning 3,911 metres across the Akashi Strait between Kobe and Awaji Island.
55 km · about 65 min drive
museum
Naoshima Art Island
A small island in the Seto Inland Sea transformed into an extraordinary open-air art museum with works by world-renowned artists.
58 km · about 65 min drive
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