2026.02.25
Due to repair work on the bamboo fence (Katsura-gaki) located between “The garden of summer trees,” and “The garden of pine trees,” as well...
2026.02.25
【Notice of Repair Work on the Exterior Tsuiji Wall of Souju-an Tea House】
Repair work will be carried out on the exterior Tsuiji wall of Souju-an Tea House during the period indicated below. Due to the use of a...
2026.02.16
【Notice】Access Changes & Facility Closures due to Himeji Castle Marathon 2026
Due to the "World Heritage Himeji Castle Marathon 2026" on Sunday, February 22, traffic restrictions will be in place around Koko...
2025.10.31
Autumn Leaves Night Viewing Event
November 21st (Fri.) - December 7th (Sun.) Enjoy night illumination of colorful Autumn Leaves at Koko-en Garden. 【Opening Hours】...
2025.07.28
Takasago-zome Dyeing Exhibition
August 8 (Friday) – August 17 (Sunday) Venue：Cho-on-sai Hall We are pleased to present a special exhibition featuring works created...
KOKO-EN is a popular beautiful sightseeing spot in Himeji City. Beautiful Views of HIMEJI CASTLE from KOKO-EN gardens.
It is 3.5 hectares (8.5 acres) in size, located just south-west of HIMEJI CASTLE.
KOKO-EN, consists of 9 separate strolling-style gardens of different sizes and landscaping themes in style of the Edo Period (1603 and 1868). The largest of the gardens is called “The Garden of the Lord's Residence”; another garden is “Tea Ceremony Garden” with the Sukiya-style Tea House,“Souju-an”. KOKO-EN, with it’s authentic Edo Period buildings and landscaping, is used as a backdrop for period TV Dramas and movies.
You can enjoy a lunch of delicious seasonal Japanese dishes with a scenic view of the garden at the Japanese “Kassui-ken” restaurant.
