Himeji Castle Admission Ticket
“From Japan’s Treasure to the World’s Treasure — Over 400 Years of History” In December 1993, Himeji Castle was designated as Japan’s first UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, together with Hōryū-ji Temple in Nara. Affectionately known as “Shirasagi-jō” (White Egret Castle) for its elegant appearance, said to resemble a white egret spreading its wings, Himeji Castle is distinguished by its white plastered walls and its complex keep structure. The main keep—five stories above ground with six floors and one basement level—is connected by corridors to three smaller keeps on the east, west, and northwest sides. The main keep of Himeji Castle that we see today was built in 1609, and even after more than 400 years, it continues to retain its beautiful appearance. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ⚫ How to Purchase ⚫ https://himejicastle-ticket.jp/article/manual_en?lng=en-US ⚫ Important Notes When Purchasing ⚫ ⭕ Annual Passport for Himeji Castle The Himeji Castle Annual Passport is available for purchase at the on-site ticket counter for 5,000 yen and is valid for adults (ages 18+). If you wish to purchase this pass, please buy it at the on-site counter. ⭕ Groups of 30 or More Group discounts are available; however, digital tickets cannot be used for group applications. For group reservations, please contact the Himeji Castle Management Office: TEL: 079-285-1146 ⭕ Residents Abroad ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your identification documents (passport, etc.) at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⭕ Residents of Japan When purchasing “Himeji City Resident *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (ages 18–64)” or “Child (Under 18 years old),” proof of eligibility is required. If you select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility,” eligibility can be verified using your My Number Card. If eligibility cannot be verified at the time of purchase, please present one of the following documents at the on-site ticket counter: Proof of Identity ・My Number Card (Notification Cards are not acceptable) ・Driver's License ・Other documents issued by public authorities that include your name and address (e.g., Residence Card) ・Student ID Card, Student Handbook, etc. 🔰 Those Who Select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility” ⚪ You must download and register for the xID app (Cross ID app) in advance.Registration requires a My Number Card and a smartphone or tablet capable of reading My Number Cards. The xID app is a digital ID application that, when linked with your My Number Card, enables easier identity verification, authentication, and electronic signatures. (The xID app is available in Japanese only.) ⚪ iOS (iPhone) users, please download the app here: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9%E3%82%A2%E3%82%A4%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3/id1495147544 ⚪ Android users, please download the app from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.x.id&hl=ja ✅ Non-Himeji Residents (Residents of Japan) ⚪ Persons with disabilities and their caregivers should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. If you have a Donguri Card, please present it at the on-site counter instead of purchasing a ticket. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ✅ Residents of Himeji City ⚪ Individuals aged 65 or older and persons with disabilities, along with their caregivers, should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ For Himeji Castle single-ticket purchases, Himeji residents aged 18 to 64 receive a discount upon xID verification. Please select “Himeji City Resident *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (ages 18-64)”. If you have a Donguri Card, please present it at the on-site counter instead of purchasing a ticket. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ⚠️ Users Unable to Authenticate with the xID App ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ Residents of Himeji City aged 18 to 64 may purchase tickets at the on-site counter upon presenting proof of eligibility. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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JPY 2,500
Himeji Castle + Kokoen Garden Admission Ticket
Himeji Castle and Kokoen Garden are highly recommended sightseeing spots in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. Himeji Castle, registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, is a beautiful castle known as “Shirasagi-jō” (White Egret Castle). From the main keep—five stories above ground with six floors and one basement level—you can enjoy views of the castle town and surrounding scenery, offering a rich historical experience. Kokoen Garden, located just next to Himeji Castle, is a traditional Japanese garden where you can enjoy seasonal flowers and landscapes throughout the year. The view of the garden with the castle in the background is particularly breathtaking. With its ponds, bridges, and tea houses, the garden provides a peaceful atmosphere for relaxation. By visiting both sites together, you can enjoy the beauty of history and nature at the same time, making for a truly memorable sightseeing experience. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ⚫ How to Purchase ⚫ https://himejicastle-ticket.jp/article/manual_en?lng=en-US ⚫ Important Notes When Purchasing ⚫ ⭕ Annual Passport for Himeji Castle The Himeji Castle Annual Passport is available for purchase at the on-site ticket counter for 5,000 yen and is valid for adults (ages 18+). If you wish to purchase this pass, please buy it at the on-site counter. If you wish to purchase admission to Kokoen Garden only, please do not purchase this ticket and instead purchase a separate “Kokoen Garden Admission Ticket.” ⭕ Groups of 30 or More Group discounts are available; however, digital tickets cannot be used for group applications. For group reservations, please contact: Himeji Castle Management Office: TEL 079-285-1146 Kokoen Garden: TEL 079-289-4120 ⭕ Residents Abroad ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your identification documents (passport, etc.) at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⭕ Residents of Japan When purchasing “Child (Under 18 years old),” proof of eligibility is required. If you select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility,” eligibility can be verified using your My Number Card. If eligibility cannot be verified at the time of purchase, please present one of the following documents at the on-site ticket counter: Proof of Identity ・My Number Card (Notification Cards are not acceptable) ・Driver's License ・Other documents issued by public authorities that include your name and address (e.g., Residence Card) ・Student ID Card, Student Handbook, etc. 🔰 Those Who Select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility” ⚪ You must download and register for the xID app (Cross ID app) in advance. Registration requires a My Number Card and a smartphone or tablet capable of reading My Number Cards. The xID app is a digital ID application that, when linked with your My Number Card, enables easier identity verification, authentication, and electronic signatures. ⚪ iOS (iPhone) users, please download the app here: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9%E3%82%A2%E3%82%A4%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3/id1495147544 ⚪ Android users, please download the app from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.x.id&hl=ja ✅ Non-Himeji Residents (Residents of Japan) ⚪ Persons with disabilities and their caregivers should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. If you have a Donguri Card, please present it at the on-site counter instead of purchasing a ticket. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫ Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via the xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫ Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ✅ Residents of Himeji City ⚪ Individuals aged 65 or older and persons with disabilities, along with their caregivers, should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and under 65, please do not purchase this ticket. Instead, purchase a separate “Himeji Castle Admission Ticket (1,000 yen)” and “Kokoen Garden Admission Ticket (400 yen).” ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and have a Donguri Card, please do not purchase this ticket and instead present your Donguri Card at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ⚠️ Users Unable to Authenticate with the xID App ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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JPY 2,600
Kokoen Garden Admission Ticket
Kokoen Garden is an authentic Japanese garden developed on the site of the former West Residence of Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Covering approximately 10,000 tsubo (about 3.3 hectares), the spacious grounds feature nine distinct gardens, each with its own unique atmosphere. Centered around a traditional pond-strolling garden, Kokoen includes a tea garden, pine garden, flower garden, and more, captivating visitors with beautiful seasonal scenery throughout the year. Flowing streams, waterfalls, and tranquil ponds are carefully arranged within the garden, and with the white walls of Himeji Castle as a backdrop, the setting evokes the atmosphere of the Edo period. Visitors can also enjoy matcha green tea at the tea house, offering a relaxing opportunity to experience the elegance of Japanese culture during their sightseeing. By visiting together with Himeji Castle, you can more deeply appreciate the harmony of history and nature, making Kokoen one of the most popular attractions in the area. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ⚫ How to Purchase ⚫ https://himejicastle-ticket.jp/article/manual_en?lng=en-US ⚫ Important Notes When Purchasing ⚫ ⭕ Groups of 30 or More Group discounts are available; however, digital tickets cannot be used for group applications. For group reservations, please contact: Kokoen Garden: TEL 079-289-4120 ⭕ Residents Abroad ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your identification documents (passport, etc.) at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⭕ Residents of Japan When purchasing “Child (Under 18 years old),” proof of eligibility is required. If you select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility,” eligibility can be verified using your My Number Card. If eligibility cannot be verified at the time of purchase, please present one of the following documents at the on-site ticket counter: Proof of Identity ・My Number Card (Notification Cards are not acceptable) ・Driver's License ・Other documents issued by public authorities that include your name and address (e.g., Residence Card) ・Student ID Card, Student Handbook, etc. 🔰 Those Who Select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility” ⚪ You must download and register for the xID app (Cross ID app) in advance. Registration requires a My Number Card and a smartphone or tablet capable of reading My Number Cards. The xID app is a digital ID application that, when linked with your My Number Card, enables easier identity verification, authentication, and electronic signatures. ⚪ iOS (iPhone) users, please download the app here: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9%E3%82%A2%E3%82%A4%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3/id1495147544 ⚪ Android users, please download the app from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.x.id&hl=ja ✅ Non-Himeji Residents (Residents of Japan) ⚪ Persons with disabilities and their caregivers should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and have a Donguri Card, please do not purchase this ticket. Instead, present your Donguri Card at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫ Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via the xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫ Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ✅ Residents of Himeji City ⚪ Individuals aged 65 or older and persons with disabilities, along with their caregivers, should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and under 65, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and have a Donguri Card, please do not purchase this ticket. Instead, present your Donguri Card at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ⚠️ Users Unable to Authenticate with the xID App ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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JPY 400
Himeji City Museum of Literature Admission Ticket
The Himeji City Museum of Literature features modern architecture designed by Tadao Ando, offering beautiful views of Himeji Castle. The permanent exhibition introduces the history related to Himeji Castle and the words of literary figures connected to the Harima region through videos and graphic displays. Visitors can also enjoy strolling through the traditional Japanese architecture “Bōkeitei,” built in the Taisho period, as well as the surrounding garden. Here, literature, history, and architecture come together to create a unique cultural space. 【Opening Hours】 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM) The South Wing (café, children’s room, etc.) is open from 9:00 AM. 【Closed Days】 Mondays (open if Monday is a national holiday) The day following a national holiday (open if it falls on a Saturday or Sunday) Year-end and New Year holidays (December 25 – January 5) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ⚫ How to Purchase ⚫ https://himejicastle-ticket.jp/article/manual_en?lng=en-US ⚫ Important Notes When Purchasing ⚫ ⭕ Groups of 30 or More Group discounts are available; however, digital tickets cannot be used for group applications. For group reservations, please contact: Himeji City Museum of Literature TEL: 079-293-8228 ⭕ Residents abroad ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your identification documents (passport, etc.) at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⭕ Residents of Japan When purchasing “Child (Under 18 years old),” proof of eligibility is required. If you select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility,” eligibility can be verified using your My Number Card. If eligibility cannot be verified at the time of purchase, please present one of the following documents at the on-site ticket counter: Proof of Identity ・My Number Card (Notification Cards are not acceptable) ・Driver’s License ・Other documents issued by public authorities that include your name and address (e.g., Residence Card) ・Student ID Card, Student Handbook, etc. 🔰 Those Who Select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility” ⚪ You must download and register for the xID app (Cross ID app) in advance. Registration requires a My Number Card and a smartphone or tablet capable of reading My Number Cards. The xID app is a digital ID application that, when linked with your My Number Card, enables easier identity verification, authentication, and electronic signatures. (The xID app is available in Japanese only.) ⚪ iOS (iPhone) users, please download the app here: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9%E3%82%A2%E3%82%A4%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3/id1495147544 ⚪ Android users, please download the app from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.x.id&hl=ja ✅ Non-Himeji residents (Residents of Japan) ⚪ Persons with disabilities and their caregivers should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ If you have a Donguri Card or Cocoron Card, please present it at the on-site ticket counter instead of purchasing a ticket. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ✅ Residents of Himeji City ⚪ Individuals aged 65 or older and persons with disabilities, along with their caregivers, should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and under 65, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ If you have a Donguri Card or Cocoron Card, please present it at the on-site ticket counter instead of purchasing a ticket. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ⚠️ Users unable to authenticate with the xID app ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter.
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JPY 450
Himeji City Museum of Art Admission Ticket
The beautiful red-brick building is a renovated historical structure that was once used as an army arsenal. The museum collects and exhibits works by artists connected to the local area, as well as French Impressionist paintings and other artworks. Various special exhibitions are held throughout the year. The lush green garden surrounding the building offers an excellent place for a stroll with a view of Himeji Castle. In this harmonious space where history, art, and nature come together, visitors can enjoy a relaxing and enriching experience. 【Opening Hours】 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Last admission at 4:30 p.m.) 【Closed】 Mondays (open if Monday is a national holiday; closed the following weekday), Year-end and New Year holidays (December 25 – January 5) ⚠️ The museum will be fully closed (including the museum café and all facilities) from April 1, 2026 to the end of December 2027 (scheduled) due to large-scale renovation work on air-conditioning and other facilities. The museum may also close temporarily due to exhibition changes. 【Other Facilities】 The museum shop will be open only during special exhibitions after reopening and during the Himeji City Art Exhibition (due to exhibition room changes). It will not operate during the FY2025 Himeji City Art Exhibition period. The Art Library will be available only during the Collection Gallery exhibition period (due to exhibition changes in the Collection Gallery). ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *Scheduled to be closed from April 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027.* ⚫ How to Purchase ⚫ https://himejicastle-ticket.jp/article/manual_en?lng=en-US ⚫ Important Notes When Purchasing ⚫ ⭕ Groups of 30 or More Group discounts are available; however, digital tickets cannot be used for group applications. For group reservations, please contact: Himeji City Museum of Art TEL: 079-222-2288 ⭕ Residents abroad ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your identification documents (passport, etc.) at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⭕ Residents of Japan When purchasing “Child (Under 18 years old),” proof of eligibility is required. If you select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility,” eligibility can be verified using your My Number Card. If eligibility cannot be verified at the time of purchase, please present one of the following documents at the on-site ticket counter: Proof of Identity ・My Number Card (Notification Cards are not acceptable) ・Driver’s License ・Other documents issued by public authorities that include your name and address (e.g., Residence Card) ・Student ID Card, Student Handbook, etc. 🔰 Those Who Select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility” ⚪ You must download and register for the xID app (Cross ID app) in advance. Registration requires a My Number Card and a smartphone or tablet capable of reading My Number Cards. The xID app is a digital ID application that, when linked with your My Number Card, enables easier identity verification, authentication, and electronic signatures. (The xID app is available in Japanese only.) ⚪ iOS (iPhone) users, please download the app here: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9%E3%82%A2%E3%82%A4%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3/id1495147544 ⚪ Android users, please download the app from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.x.id&hl=ja ✅ Non-Himeji residents (Residents of Japan) ⚪ Persons with disabilities and their caregivers should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ If you have a Donguri Card or Cocoron Card, please present it at the on-site ticket counter instead of purchasing a ticket. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ✅ Residents of Himeji City ⚪ Individuals aged 65 or older and persons with disabilities, along with their caregivers, should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and under 65, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ If you have a Donguri Card or Cocoron Card, please present it at the on-site ticket counter instead of purchasing a ticket. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ⚠️ Users unable to authenticate with the xID app ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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JPY 210
Himeji Castle Night Cherry Blossom Viewing Ticket
Himeji Castle Night Cherry Blossom Viewing At Himeji Castle, selected as one of the “Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan,” the Himeji Castle Night Cherry Blossom Viewing will be held in the West Bailey (Nishinomaru Garden), which is normally closed to the public at night. The cherry trees and other plants within the West Bailey will be illuminated, creating a magical nighttime atmosphere different from the daytime scenery, where illuminated cherry blossoms beautifully complement Himeji Castle. Event Period: March 27 (Fri) – April 5 (Sun), 2026 Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Last admission at 8:30 PM) Held rain or shine. ※ This ticket may be used once during the event period. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ⚫ How to Purchase ⚫ https://himejicastle-ticket.jp/article/manual_en?lng=en-US ⚫ Important Notes When Purchasing ⚫ ⚠️ During the Night Cherry Blossom Viewing event, visitors may enter West Bailey (Nishinomaru Garden) only. ⭕ Residents Abroad ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ For children, please select “Child (Under 18 years old)”. Please present your identification documents (passport, etc.) at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⭕ Residents of Japan When purchasing “Child (Under 18 years old),” proof of eligibility is required. If you select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility,” eligibility can be verified using your My Number Card. If eligibility cannot be verified at the time of purchase, please present one of the following documents at the on-site ticket counter: Proof of Identity ・My Number Card (Notification Cards are not acceptable) ・Driver's License ・Other documents issued by public authorities that include your name and address (e.g., Residence Card) ・Student ID Card, Student Handbook, etc. 🔰 Those Who Select “Purchase requires verification of eligibility” ⚪ You must download and register for the xID app (Cross ID app) in advance. Registration requires a My Number Card and a smartphone or tablet capable of reading My Number Cards. The xID app is a digital ID application that, when linked with your My Number Card, enables easier identity verification, authentication, and electronic signatures. ⚪ iOS (iPhone) users, please download the app here: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9%E3%82%A2%E3%82%A4%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3/id1495147544 ⚪ Android users, please download the app from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.x.id&hl=ja ✅ Non-Himeji Residents (Residents of Japan) ⚪ Persons with disabilities and their caregivers should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older, please select “Adult (ages 18+)”. ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and have a Donguri Card, please do not purchase this ticket. Instead, present your Donguri Card at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫ Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via the xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫ Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ✅ Residents of Himeji City ⚪ Individuals aged 65 or older and persons with disabilities, along with their caregivers, should not purchase tickets in advance. Please present your disability certificate or equivalent document at the on-site ticket counter (copies or images are not acceptable). ⚪ If you are 18 years old or older and have a Donguri Card, please do not purchase this ticket. Instead, present your Donguri Card at the on-site ticket counter. ⚪ For children, please select either: ・“Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old)” ・“Child (Under 18 years old)” A child is a person under 18 years old (including a person who is under the age of 18 on the day they turn 18 and until March 31 following that day). ⚫Child *Purchase requires verification of eligibility (Under 18 years old) ・Age verification is required via xID app. ・Please ensure notifications for the xID app are turned on before making a purchase. ・There is no need to present certificates on-site. ⚫Child (Under 18 years old) ・Please present your certificates and other documents at the on-site ticket counter. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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JPY 600
Ticket sales start from 8:00 am (Japan time) on March 1, 2026!
World Cultural Heritage and National Treasure Himeji Castle – Official Ticket Purchase Site Standing for over 400 years, Himeji Castle has evolved from a treasure of Japan into a treasure of the world.