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Koko-en, Himeji

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#1 of 298 in Parks in Hyogo Prefecture

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Escape to a sanctuary of natural beauty at Koko-en, a collection of Japanese gardens scattered across the grounds of Himeji Castle. Constructed in 1992, these nine gardens reflect different styles of the Edo Period and welcome visitors looking for a peaceful space to unwind. Spread across 3.5 hectares (8.6 acres), the park contains elegant bridges, flower and bamboo gardens, pristine waterfalls, and a ceremonial teahouse where you can enjoy a cup of traditionally brewed matcha or green tea. The gardens are accessed via a short walk from the castle's main entrance. Make Koko-en a part of your Himeji vacation plans using our Himeji day trip planner.

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FROM $108 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour - A Tour to Visit Himeji's Popular Destinations in a day! Private Tour - A Tour to Visit Himeji's Popular Destinations in a day!

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Duration: 7 to 8 hours

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FROM $93 BOOK WITH VIATOR Himeji Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide Himeji Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

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Duration: 4 hours

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FROM $116 BOOK WITH VIATOR Himeji Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide Himeji Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

Duration: 6 hours

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FROM $118 BOOK WITH VIATOR Himeji Custom Half Day Himeji Custom Half Day

Duration: 4 hours

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FROM $186 BOOK WITH VIATOR Himeji Custom Full Day Tour Himeji Custom Full Day Tour

Duration: 8 hours

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By BZimm08

Make sure to get the combination ticket for both Koko-en and the castle, it is well worth the extra 50 yen and both attractions are highly worth visiting. I came to the gardens after the castle and...

Make sure to get the combination ticket for both Koko-en and the castle, it is well worth the extra 50 yen and both attractions are highly worth visiting. I came to the gardens after the castle and... more »
By caistriona

Came here with a Himeji Castle combined ticket, on a different day as ours was valid until the next day. Worth a visit if you're visiting the castle, otherwise forget it. Having been to Okayama...

Came here with a Himeji Castle combined ticket, on a different day as ours was valid until the next day. Worth a visit if you're visiting the castle, otherwise forget it. Having been to Okayama... more »

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By geoffrey ii

A very beautiful place. A must visit during the peak of autumn. It was so convenient to visit since the garden is literally beside the Himeji castle. This place gave me goosebumps because of how beautiful it is.

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By Victor Martinez

This is the tradicional Japanese garden… beautiful, calm, peaceful… manicured garden and variety of trees and plants. There is a traditional Japanese restaurant (for lunch) and a tea house… really worth to stop by

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