Himeji Castle History: Kyoka Suigetsu Admission Ticket (Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture - Illumination)
- The highly anticipated autumn/winter event 'Kyoka Suigetsu' returns this year. Experience an elegant night featuring popular water mirror displays, projection mapping on stone walls, and illuminated cherry blossom trees.
- The light displays recreate the Mukai-yashiki Garden and Sannomaru-oji Street as they existed at Himeji Castle during the Edo period.
- All ticket holders will receive an event-exclusive Goshuin (castle stamp)! (Limited to paid admission)
- English-language signage explaining the exhibits is available, and English-speaking staff are stationed on-site.
Package Options
Attraction Tickets
| Ticket type | E-ticket (direct entry) |
| Exhibit type | Art exhibits |
| Attraction type | History & culture, Traditional house experience |
| Tour types | None |
Product Info
Event Overview
Dates: November 22 – December 11, 2024
Time: 17:45 – 21:15
"Mukaiyashiki Garden and the Avenue of Light Reborn Through Time" A water mirror reminiscent of the garden pond and the Avenue of Light on Sannomaru have been recreated where the Mukaiyashiki Garden and Sannomaru Avenue once stood. A lighting tower designed after the kosode (short sleeved kimono) of the Edo period will brilliantly illuminate the water mirror, and Sannomaru Avenue will be illuminated with a life-size 100-metre stream of flowing light.
"Getsurin Garden" - A gate of light, balloon lanterns, and colorful lanterns are set up at the entrance to the venue, creating an atmosphere that makes you feel as if you have time-warped to another world. The gate of light is modeled after a moon ring, and the colorful lanterns and balloon lanterns create a fantastical atmosphere that captivates visitors.
"Stone Wall Mapping" The entire stone wall on the north side of the venue will be illuminated with projection mapping. The stone wall mapping that spreads out in front of Sannomaru Oji will create a new photo spot at the venue.
"Other Performances" On the way back, the cherry blossom-lined street will be lit up to create a fantastical atmosphere as if the cherry blossoms were in bloom, and a shadow puppet installation is a popular way to take commemorative photos.
Purchase Notice
- Please follow the instructions of event staff when using tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks.
(Please note that use may be prohibited during peak hours or for operational reasons.)
・When taking photos using lights or flash, please be considerate of other customers.
・Entry and use may be restricted depending on the level of congestion.
・Cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons, preferential coupons, discounts, etc.
・Due to unforeseen circumstances, the event may be canceled or the content of the event (start time, production, etc.) may be changed.
・Please refrain from bringing in bottles and cans.
・We cannot store luggage.
・Please keep your valuables with you at all times. In the unlikely event that valuables are lost or stolen, the organizers will not be held responsible.
・If you are bringing pets, please make sure they are completely caged before entering. *Assistance dogs (guide dogs, service dogs, hearing dogs) are excluded.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your QR code on-site
Experience Location
Location Name: Himeji Castle Sannomaru Square
Address: 68 Honmachi, Himeji City, Hyogo PrefectureCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 1 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
