A trivia quiz with fun facts that convey the highlights and charm of Himeji Castle

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Himeji Castle, with its white, beautiful appearance and long history, is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

It is highly popular with tourists from Japan and abroad and is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.

In this article, we’ll introduce a quiz that deepens your knowledge about Himeji Castle, which is famous for its historical legends and architectural features.

Since its construction, the castle has undergone numerous repairs, carrying on people’s lives and traditions; we’ve selected questions that will help you become more familiar with it.

Try these fun trivia quizzes that will be useful when sightseeing at Himeji Castle or learning about it.

Trivia quiz (11–20) with fun facts that showcase the highlights and charms of Himeji Castle

What do you call the stone on the tenshudai stone wall that is enclosed with wire mesh?

Old Woman's Stone
Dragon Stone
Crane Stone

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Old Woman's Stone

The stone surrounded by wire mesh on the stone wall of Himeji Castle’s main keep base is called the “Uba no Ishi” (Old Woman’s Stone). Because its shape is less regular than the others, it is said that an elderly woman who worked during the castle’s construction placed it there, regretting that she lacked the strength to do more. For this reason, the stone is treated as something special and is enclosed with wire mesh for protection.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced a quiz that deepens your knowledge of Himeji Castle, which boasts a long history.

Learning episodes and fun facts about the structures on the grounds can spark even greater interest.

Having undergone numerous historical renovations, Himeji Castle can also be seen as a fortress that conveys a variety of cultures and architectural techniques to the present day.

If you’re interested in Japanese castles or planning to visit Himeji Castle, try using this quiz in a variety of situations.