What other travelers are saying about Koko-en Garden
We visited the garden on a saturday in autumn right after we went to himeji castle. Just like the castle, the garden felt extremely crowded. Most of the flowers and ponds in the garden are nicely arranged and well maintained. However, due to it not being one open garden but it being separated into multiple smaller "compartments", we didn't get the calm, serene feeling we usually got at other gardens and parks in japan.
Very beautiful garden that is easy to navigate and even has a recommend route to finish efficiently. Lots of wonderful fall foliage at this time and lots of ponds and small streams. There is the option for a combo ticket with himeji castle, so I recommend that option so you can hit both on the same trip
Very pretty Japanese garden, which looks amazing during our November visit due to the autumnal colours. It's much bigger than I expected, with several sections to walk around.
There was a tea room where you enjoy green tea and sweets, but we didn't have time for this so not sure what it was like.
If you get a combined ticket for this garden with the Castle ticket, it's only ¥50 extra than the castle alone!!
Much more pleasant and peaceful than inside the castle. Don’t miss it. There’s a tea house inside but it’s currently closed.
Maybe bring or apply before coming some bug repellent, otherwise you’ll probably get bitten.
Our tickets to the castle included the entrance to the gardens, and I believe most do.
Marvelous gardens near Himeji-jo castle. Several separate
Gardens linked together with great landscapes, glimpses of Hinegi castle on the distance and lovely water features with a vast variety of koo fish connected by walkway stones. Theybalso had an impressive ichibana exhibit when we visited.
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.
