Kokoen Garden

Kokoen Garden is a Japanese garden located next to Himeji Castle, made up of nine separate walled gardens designed in various styles reflective of Edo-period architecture. The gardens were opened in 1992 to commemorate the centenary of Himeji City. Visitors can enjoy a stroll through the different gardens, including the Garden with a Hill and Pond, Tea Ceremony Garden, Garden of Pine Trees, Garden of Bamboo, and Garden of Flowers. The gardens are designed to reflect the best of Japan's four seasons. The garden also features a sukiya-style tea house, Soju-an, where matcha tea service is available, and a restaurant, Kassui-ken, with a scenic view of the garden. The garden's Edo period atmosphere has been used as a filming location for historical dramas and episodes of Japan's annual historical TV epics