HIKONE, Shiga Prefecture—Hikone Castle, a prominent 17th-century structure here, has received a positive preliminary evaluation for UNESCO World Heritage status, the Cultural Affairs Agency ...

HIKONE, Shiga Prefecture--Feudal era enthusiasts eager to learn about Hikone Castle in a fun way can do so by attacking the impregnable fortress with an informative app. The National Treasure ...

A ceremony to distribute traditional round rice cakes was held on Monday at Hikone Castle in Shiga Prefecture, western Japan. The castle is designated as a national treasure. Eleven members of the ...