Himeji Castle and More to Be Lit Up in Cyan for "Water Day" on August 1

Published: July 27, 2026
Himeji Castle and More to Be Lit Up in Cyan for "Water Day" on August 1

Himeji Castle and アクリエひめじ will be lit up in cyan on Saturday, August 1, 2026, to mark "Water Day."

Date

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Locations

  • Himeji Castle (68 Honmachi, Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture)
  • アクリエひめじ (143-2 Kamiyacho, Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture)

Lighting Hours

  • Himeji Castle: From sunset until midnight (12:00 AM)
  • アクリエひめじ: From sunset until 10:00 PM

About "Water Day"

August 1 is designated as "Water Day" under the Basic Act on the Water Cycle, a day meant to deepen understanding and interest in the importance of a healthy water cycle.