What other travelers are saying about Koko-en Garden
Very beautiful garden. It was clearly well taken care of. There is a clear discipline in how it is kept clean and plants pruned. It was really beautiful to understand the different gardens and how each was styled. It was quite big as well with 12~ gardens to visit. We spent so much time there that we even lacked time to do the boat tour around the castle.
This is also called as Himeji Koko-en (japanese garden) of Nishi-Oyashiki-Ato. The area is about 3.5 ha and is composed of nine different gardens, built on the archeologically excavated site of samurai houses and roads. Using the gardening techniques in the Edo period, the garden creates a historical atmosphere with the magnigicent view of Himeji Castle. You can enjoy a nice view of the mini waterfall and the pond. This place can give a magical view during spring and autumn.
A beautiful and well maintained Japanese garden. You can see many different plant species beautifully arranged in the garden, with traditional architecture. However, tea tasting and restaurant have different opening times than the garden.
A beautiful traditional Japanese garden located next to the castle, offering a peaceful retreat from the crowds.
It features several landscaped areas with ponds, waterfalls, and seasonal flowers, creating a serene atmosphere.
The entrance fee is 350 yen for an adult or 1,050 yen for a combined ticket with the castle as of March 2025.
The garden is well maintained and provides a great opportunity to experience Japanese garden design. A nice place to take a relaxing stroll, especially after visiting the castle.
Koko-en Garden is a traditional Japanese garden located in Himeji, Japan. It consists of nine separate walled gardens, each designed in a unique style representative of the Edo period.
Koko-en Garden is situated adjacent to Himeji Castle in the Hyogo Prefecture of Japan, making it a popular tourist attraction for those visiting the historic site.
Koko-en Garden was established in 1992 to commemorate the centenary of Himeji's municipal government. It was designed to enhance the cultural landscape surrounding Himeji Castle.
The garden features a variety of landscapes including ponds, waterfalls, tea houses, and meticulously arranged rock formations. Each section offers a different thematic experience, such as the Tea Garden and Pine Tree Garden.
Yes, there is an entrance fee to visit Koko-en Garden. However, combination tickets are available that include access to both Himeji Castle and Koko-en at a discounted rate.
