Revision of Himeji Castle Admission Fees

Effective March 1, 2026, the admission fee for Himeji Castle will be revised as shown in the list below.

Fee (From 1 March 2026)
18 years and over (Residents) ¥1,000
18 years and over (non-residents) ¥2,500
Groups of 30 or more (18 years and over, residents) ¥800 per person
Groups of 30 or more (18 years and over, non-residents) ¥2,000 per person
Himeji Castle & Kōko-en Garden Combined Admission Ticket ¥2,600
Himeji Castle Annual Admission Ticket ¥5,000

※A “resident” is defined as an individual with a registered address within the city.
※The “Himeji Castle Annual Pass” permits the holder to visit Himeji Castle an unlimited number of times for one year from the date of payment of the applicable admission fee.
※From March 2026 onwards, admission will be free for all persons under the age of 18

This fee structure was determined by calculating the costs necessary for the maintenance, management, and operation of the Special Historic Site over the next 10 years, including preservation repairs and improvements that contribute to its conservation and transmission to future generations. It was decided after considering the balance of income and expenditure to ensure the appropriate maintenance, management, and preservation of Himeji Castle for its reliable transmission to future generations.

The revised admission fees will be allocated not only to the maintenance and management costs of the Special Historic Site, preservation repairs, and improvements, but also to expenses related to restoring the castle to its former appearance, accommodating inbound visitors, and implementing digital transformation (DX). This is to foster a historical and cultural space where visitors can experience what is unique to Himeji Castle.

We will continue striving to enhance our services to ensure the satisfaction of all visitors. We kindly ask for your understanding regarding these changes.