Prince Akishino visits Himeji Castle, western Japan

Prince Akishino (R), second in line to the imperial throne, visits Himeji Castle in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, western Japan, on May 28, 2015. The castle, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site and also designated as a national treasure, was opened to the public last March after repair work of about five and a half years. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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