Across Himeji Castle's western moat, this stunning reconstruction of former samurai quarters features nine Edo-style gardens with waterfalls, koi ponds, intricately pruned trees, bamboo groves, and a wisteria-covered arbour. The stone and plaster walls lining the paths look so perfectly period that many Japanese historical dramas have been filmed here. The teahouse serves matcha with castle views, and the on-site restaurant offers anago, the local conger eel speciality.