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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.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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Tatsuno
Hyōgo, Japan · Asia
About Tatsuno
Tatsuno is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Tatsunochō-tominaga, 14km from Himeji Castle.
Tatsuno is in Hyōgo, Japan, with about 74,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Tatsunochō-tominaga, about 4 km away.
Tatsuno Station (竜野駅, Tatsuno-eki) is a passenger railway station located in the city of Tatsuno, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan, operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West). A new station building is under construction and is scheduled to open in July 2025.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Tatsuno?
Within an hour or so of Tatsuno: Himeji Castle (14 km), Okayama International Circuit (31 km), Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (50 km), Takeda Castle Ruins (58 km).
Are there any good drives near Tatsuno?
The nearest famous roads are Uradome Coast and Philosopher's Path.
Where is Tatsuno?
Tatsuno is in Hyōgo, Japan, about 4 km from Tatsunochō-tominaga.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 74,316
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Hyōgo
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 34.8318, 134.5434
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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 Tatsuno
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.
31 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
World's longest suspension bridge spanning 3,911 metres across the Akashi Strait between Kobe and Awaji Island.
50 km · about 60 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.
58 km · about 65 min drive
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