Yuma

Nice to meet you！ My name is Yuma, and I’ve been living in Himeji City for seven years. I do not hold a national or regional licensed guide –interpreter certification, and I am still studying English. However, I really enjoy talking with people from different countries, and I’d love to help visitors to Japan have fun and make great memories. Since I’ve lived in Himeji for a long time. I can also share local recommendations and hidden spots that only locals know, as well as useful local tips. Himeji is a former castle town best known for Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While many visitors focus only on the castle, Himeji has much more to offer beyond it. Historically, Himeji was not only a castle town but also an important hub where people and goods traveled west across Japan. Even today, traditional merchant townhouses remain, and cultural traditions such as Japanese sweets and local crafts —once closely tied to the city’s prosperity —are still carefully preserved. Blessed with a mild climate and a location close to both mountains and a harbor, Himeji has developed a rich food culture that makes the most of fresh, local ingredients. Around Himeji Station, cozy izakayas and cafés line the streets, where a nostalgic atmosphere blends naturally with a modern cityscape. Himeji is a city where Japan’s past and present coexist. Take your time and experience it at a relaxed pace.