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