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Kokoen is a recently constructed Japanese style garden, which was opened in 1992 on the former site of of the feudal lords' west residence (Nishi-Oyashiki). It consists of nine separate gardens designed in various garden styles of the Edo period.
Among the gardens are the garden of the lord's residence which features a pond with waterfall, a tea garden where visitors can enjoy green tea in a tea ceremony house, a pine tree garden, bamboo garden and flower garden.
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How to get there
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Kokoen Garden is located just outside of Himeji Castle, a short walk west of the castle's main gate (Otemon Gate). From Himeji Station, it can be reached in a 20 minute walk or 5 minute bus ride along the broad Otemae-dori Street, which leads straight from the station to the castle and garden.
How to get to and around Himeji
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Hours and Fees
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| Hours: | 9:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 from Sep to mid Apr)
Admission closes 30 minutes before closing time. | | Closed: | December 29 and 30 | | Admission: | 300 yen |
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Popularity of Kokoen Garden:
Users who have been to Himeji: 729
Users who have been to Kokoen Garden: 2152nd of 3 most visited sights in Himeji.
106th of 554 most visited sights nationwide.
Ratings for Kokoen Garden:
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