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. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~