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Koko-en
Koko-en · 好古園
Visit Koko-en in Himeji for Japanese garden walks. Its nine gardens have different designs, including pond-stroll and tea gardens.
Its location west of Himeji Castle suits a visit after the castle. A standalone ticket lets you see only the gardens.
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Visitor information
Admission
Standalone admission for ages 18 and older costs ¥400. Under-18s enter free, including through March 31 following the year in which they turn 18. The adult combined ticket with Himeji Castle costs ¥2,600.
Opening hours
The garden opens 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with last admission at 4:30 PM. It closes December 29–30. Events can change hours; check the date's notice if planning an event visit.
What to see at Koko-en
Nine garden scenes, including pond and tea gardens
Explore the nine gardens, including pond-stroll and tea gardens. Allow time for each even when combining Koko-en with Himeji Castle.
How to get to Koko-en
Walk about 15 minutes from JR Himeji Station to Koko-en. Find the gate within enclosing walls west of Himeji Castle, separate from the castle's paid-area entrance. The 15-minute guidance starts at Himeji Station, not at the castle.
Visit tips
Use a different entrance from Himeji Castle
After the castle, go to Koko-en's entrance to the west. The garden entrance is a gate within enclosing walls, separate from the castle's paid-area entrance. The roughly 15-minute Himeji Station–garden estimate does not describe a walk starting at the castle.
Check separate event-day notices
Events can change Koko-en's hours. When combining castle and garden, reach the garden before last admission. For an event visit, check its separate date-specific notice too.
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Questions about Koko-en
Can I visit only Koko-en without entering Himeji Castle?
Yes. Use a standalone Koko-en ticket for the gardens. If also visiting the castle, compare the combined ticket.
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