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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.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Shisō
Hyōgo, Japan · Asia
About Shisō
Shisō is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Tatsunochō-tominaga, 20km from Himeji Castle.
Shisō is in Hyōgo, Japan, with about 36,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Tatsunochō-tominaga, about 13 km away.
Shisō (宍粟市, Shisō-shi) is a city in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 May 2022, the city had an estimated population of 35,639 in 14694 households and a population density of 110 persons per km². The total area of the city is 658.54 square kilometres (254.26 sq mi).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Shisō?
Within an hour or so of Shisō: Himeji Castle (20 km), Okayama International Circuit (32 km), Takeda Castle Ruins (43 km), Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (58 km).
Are there any good drives near Shisō?
The nearest famous roads are Uradome Coast and Philosopher's Path.
Where is Shisō?
Shisō is in Hyōgo, Japan, about 13 km from Tatsunochō-tominaga.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 35,639
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Hyōgo
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 34.9811, 134.5640
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 Shisō
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.
32 km · about 35 min drive
ancient ruins
Takeda Castle Ruins
Stone ramparts along a 350 m ridge, often called the Castle in the Sky when autumn morning fog pools in the Maruyama valley beneath. Only the foundations remain, but the walls run the full crest.
43 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
World's longest suspension bridge spanning 3,911 metres across the Akashi Strait between Kobe and Awaji Island.
58 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Shisō
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 71 kmUradome CoastA ria coastline of granite sea stacks, arches and clear coves east of the Tottori dunes, with a clifftop walking path and glass-bottomed boat tours through the inlets.
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