Samurai Residence of the Kaminoyama Domain (姫路城西御屋敷跡庭園 好古園)
This is a Japanese garden in Himeji City. The gardens were opened in 1992 and make the best use of the ruins of the samurai residence at Himeji Castle Nishioyashiki-ato. The gardens are on grounds of approximately 3.3 hectare and command a view of the World Heritage Site, Himeji Castle—and the gardens contains a group of nine different types of garden such as “The garden of the Lord’s residence” which has a large pond that is home to 250 colourful carp and a waterfall. The gardens are also used as a location for historical dramas as the gardens have scenery reminiscent of the Edo period such as the Tsuiji wall (mud wall with a tiled roof) and the Yashiki-mon Gate. It is well known as a site famed for its autumn leaves, and also holds an illumination during the season.
Hyogo Pref. Himejishi Honmachi 68 (Himeji / Ako / HarimaArea)
[4/27-8/31]9:00-18:00(Last entry17:30)
[9/1-4/26]9:00-17:00(Last entry16:30)
Details
- Hours
- [4/27-8/31]9:00-18:00(Last entry17:30)
[9/1-4/26]9:00-17:00(Last entry16:30) - Closed
- 12/29-12/30
- Fees
- [Admission fee] Adults (Over 18) 310yen, Children (Small/Junior High School Students, High School Students) 150yen
[Common ticket (Kokoen/Himeji Castle)] Adults (Over 18) 1,050yen, Children (Small/Junior High) School Students, High School Students) 360yen - Parking Lot
- Not available
* Please use the nearest Charge parking lot. - Credit Card
- Available (VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, UnionPay, Diners Club)
- Smoking
- Not available
- Wi-Fi
- Available(Himeji Wi-Fi)
- Vegetarian Menu
- Not available (Restaurant activity Wednesday eaves in Kokoen)
- English Menu
- Available (Restaurant activity Wednesday in Kokoen)
- Halal certified
- None (Restaurant activity Wednesday eaves in Kokoen)
- Note
- Temporary suspension:Closed until May 31, 2020 (Information as of May 12, 2020)
* Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information. - Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day
- Yes
- Average budget
- [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen (Restaurant activity Wednesday in Kokoen)
- Estimated stay time
- 30-60 minutes (Wednesday eaves in the restaurant)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes (Restaurant activity Wednesday eaves in Kokoen)
- Infant friendly
- Yes (Restaurant activity Wednesday eaves in Kokoen)
- Pet friendly
- Impossible (Wednesday eaves in the restaurant in Kokoen)
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN
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Hyogo Areas

Hyogo prefecture stretches from the north coast to the south coast on the western end of the popular Kansai region, encompassing verdant mountains, urban beaches, and fantastic historical sights. The prefecture's main attractions lie along the south coast at Kobe, the prefectural capital, a pretty harbor city best known for its production of the renowned Kobe beef, and Himeji, the home of Himeji Castle, one of the country's most beautifully preserved feudal castles, perched magically atop a hill.