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Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site, is considering setting a higher admission fee for foreign visitors. (Photo by Takashi Iwamoto)

HITOMI ISHINABE, Nikkei senior staff writer

TOKYO -- Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that boasts a striking pale-white tower built more than 400 years ago, is a popular destination among foreign visitors.

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