Taiyo Park is an expansive theme park in Himeji, Japan, featuring replicas of famous world landmarks, including over 3,000 sculptures and 70 structures from 20 countries. It is run by a social welfare organization, providing employment and a sense of travel for people with disabilities. # Why Go 🌍 Experience global landmarks in one location. 📸 Great for unique and interactive photos with global landmarks like the Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, and Arc de Triomphe. 🏰 Explore Hakucho Castle (a 2/3-scale Neuschwanstein Castle replica, also known as Swan Castle) with 3D trick-art. 💖 Supports a social welfare initiative employing people with disabilities. 🚶 Experience a "trip around the world" without difficult travel. # Why Avoid 💳 Credit cards are not accepted. 🌧️ The park may close due to bad weather. ⚠️ Replicas can sometimes appear shabby or overgrown. # Tips 🚗 Best accessed by car. 🗣️ Multilingual pamphlets (English, Chinese, Korean) are available. 👶 Free entry for children under elementary school age. Get a stamp rally sheet or rent ethnic costumes for fun photos. Free Wi-Fi and coin lockers are available inside Welcome House Swan (Castle Area). # Cost 💰 Adults 1,500 yen, children (elementary/junior high) 700 yen. Free for children under elementary school age. Discounts are available for seniors and persons with disabilities. # Hours 🕒 Daily, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (weekends/holidays) or 10:00 am - 5:30 pm (weekdays). Last entry at 4:30 pm. # 🅿️ Parking Weekdays free, weekends/holidays 300 yen (space for 300 cars, 15 buses). # 🚻 Toilets Available and wheelchair accessible. # ♿ Accessibility Wheelchair accessible toilets, rental service, and elevators are available. # 📶 Wi-Fi Available in Welcome House Swan. # 🛍️ Shop On-site. # 🍽️ Restaurant On-site. # 🚭 Smoking Not permitted.