Koko-en Garden to Host Autumn Illumination Event

Published: November 6, 2025
Koko-en Garden to Host Autumn Illumination Event

Himeji City will hold the annual autumn foliage illumination event "Momiji-kai" (Autumn Foliage Gathering) at Koko-en Garden, the historic garden located on the former site of Himeji Castle's western residence.

Event Overview

The event showcases the garden's autumn foliage illuminated at night, offering visitors a completely different atmosphere from the daytime scenery.

Koko-en Garden autumn illumination

Event Details

Event Period
November 21 (Friday) to December 7 (Sunday), 2025

Opening Hours
Regular hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM)
During event period: 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Last entry at 7:30 PM)

Admission Fee
Adults (18 and over): 310 yen
Children (Elementary, Junior High, and High School students): 150 yen

Special Dining Experience

Restaurant Kassui-ken Evening Service

During the event period, Restaurant Kassui-ken will offer special evening dining with a limited menu.

Special Menu
"Satsuma Pork Shabu-shabu Set Meal" 2,980 yen (tax included)

Important Notes:

  • Limited to 20 meals per day
  • Reservation required 3 days in advance
  • Operating hours: 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM (Last order at 7:00 PM)
  • Reservations: Phone 079-289-4131

Access Information

Koko-en Garden (Himeji Castle Western Residence Site Garden)
68 Honmachi, Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture

Inquiries
Phone: 079-289-4120