basic information

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

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 in a straight way from the station to the castle.

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Admission: 300 Yen
Hours: Daily 9:00 to 17:00 (until 18:00 from July to August).
Closed December 29 to January 1.

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Users who have been to Himeji: 174
Users who have been to Kokoen Garden: 54

2nd of 3 most visited sights in Himeji.
99th of 385 most visited sights nationwide.