Ghibli's Grand Warehouse
This massive indoor facility is virtually a Ghibli Exposition and is brimming with various exhibits of Studio Ghibli works. Here, you find a theater, three special exhibitions, a shop and a cafe, all chock-full of that Ghibli goodness.
Its construction took advantage of the heated pool area that closed in 2018, and since it is entirely roofed, guests are able to enjoy comfortably even during rainy weather.
Hill of Youth
Located near the north entrance of Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park, this area greets visitors and guides them into the world of Ghibli Park.
Here, you can step into the worlds from Whisper of the Heart and The Cat Returns.
At the World Emporium from Whisper of the Heart, you'll see both an antique shop and violin workshop, matching the atmosphere of the movie.
The Elevator Tower features design elements from late-19th-century science fiction, such as that seen in Castle in the Sky and Howl's Moving Castle, and is located near the park's North Gate Square with visitation open to anyone even without an admission ticket.
Dondoko Forest
Inspired by the environment depicted in My Neighbor Totoro, you will find Satsuki and Mei's House in an area surrounded by greenery. Explore also along the pathway in the forest behind the mountain where, on the top of the mountain, huge wooden Totoro-shaped children play equipment Dondoko-do stands.
Enjoy a relaxing time no matter your age.
Mononoke Village
Mononoke Village is modeled on Emishi Village and Iron Town, appearing in the film Princess Mononoke, and portrays a traditional Japanese mountain village.
At Tatara-ba, created in the image of Iron Town, you can grill your own rural cuisine of gohei mochi—skewered rice cakes covered in a sweet miso sauce. The area is also home to a Demon Spirit Structure and slide made in the image of Lord Okkoto as well as Emishi Village's Watchtower and other aspects offering a perspective into the world of Princess Mononoke.
Valley of Witches
Valley of Witches boasts the largest area of Ghibli Park's five areas and offers a look into the worlds of Kiki's Delivery Service, Howl's Moving Castle, Earwig and the Witch, and other witch-themed films.
Peer into the world of witches and their lives through buildings like Howl's Castle, the creature-like crawling castle from the film Howl's Moving Castle, at around 20 meters high; the Okino Residence, where Kiki of Kiki's Delivery Service stayed before starting on her training to become a witch; and the House of Witches, which adopted Earwig in Earwig and the Witch.
Ghibli Park tickets
(1) Premium Ghibli Park Grand Stroll Ticket: Purchase available by reservation from 2:00 pm on the 10th of the month two months prior
This ticket lets you walk around all five areas as well as the inside of World Emporium (Hill of Youth); Satsuki and Mei's House (Dondoko Forest); and the Okino Residence, Howl's Castle, and the House of Witches (Valley of Witches). (Admission to Ghibli's Grand Warehouse available at designated times only.) Enjoy the cafes, restaurants, and shops as well as play equipment and rides (separate fees apply).
Prices:
• Weekdays: JPY 7,300 for adults / JPY 3,650 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
• Weekends and national holidays: JPY 7,800 for adults / JPY 3,900 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
(2) Standard Ghibli Park Grand Stroll Ticket: Purchase available by reservation from 2:00 pm on the 10th of the month two months prior
This ticket lets you walk around Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, Mononoke Village, and Valley of Witches. (Admission to Ghibli's Grand Warehouse at designated times only.) Enjoy the cafes, restaurants, and shops as well as play equipment and rides (separate fees apply).
Prices:
• Weekdays: JPY 3,300 for adults / JPY 1,650 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
• Weekends and national holidays: JPY 3,800 for adults / JPY 1,900 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
(3) Ghibli Park Valley of Witches and Mononoke Village Ticket: Purchase available by reservation from 2:00 pm on the 10th of the month two months prior
This ticket allows entry to Mononoke Village and Valley of Witches. (Admission to Valley of Witches at designated times only during the morning and afternoon.) Enjoy the cafes, restaurants, and shops as well as play equipment and rides (separate fees apply).
Prices:
• Any day: JPY 2,000 for adults / JPY 1,000 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
Admission times (specified for Valley of Witches only):
• Morning: Park opening–1:00 pm
• Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:30 pm
Note:
• No time limits to admission to Mononoke Village. Gather the members of your group and enter from park opening to 4:30 pm.
(1) and (2) common admission times (specified for Ghibli's Grand Warehouse only):
• 9:00 am*
• 10:00 am
• 11:00 am
• 12:00 pm
• 1:00 pm
• 2:00 pm
• 3:00 pm
Notes:
• No time limits to admission to areas other than Ghibli's Grand Warehouse. Please cooperate with waiting in line should a line form for entry. Gather the members of your group and enter by 4:30 pm the day of. (Final admission available to each area until 4:30 pm.)
• The admission time above with the asterisk (*) is for days when the park opens at 9:00 am only.
(2) and (3) Special Facility Same-day Admission Ticket
A Same-day Admission Ticket is required for admission to the Okino Residence, Howl's Castle, and House of Witches.
Same-day Admission Tickets are available at the Special Same-day Admission Ticket Box Office in the Valley of Witches area (near the Ticket Hut) from 10:30 am for the morning session (9:30 am on holidays) and 2:00 pm for the afternoon session. Tickets are limited and become unavailable once sold out.
• Okino Residence: JPY 400 for adults / JPY 200 for children
• Howl's Castle: JPY 1,000 for adults / JPY 500 for children
• House of Witches: JPY 400 for adults / JPY 200 for children
(4) Ghibli Park Ghibli's Grand Warehouse Ticket: Purchase available by reservation from 2:00 pm on the 10th of the month two months prior
This ticket allows entry to Ghibli's Grand Warehouse (specified admission times). Enjoy the cafes and restaurants (separate fees apply).
Prices:
• Any day: JPY 2,000 for adults / JPY 1,000 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
Admission times:
• Morning: Park opening–1:00 pm
• Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:30 pm
(5) Ghibli Park Hill of Youth Ticket: Purchase available by reservation from 2:00 pm on the 10th of the month two months prior
This ticket allows entry to Hill of Youth (specified admission times). See the interior of the World Emporium from Whisper of the Heart.
Prices:
• Any day: JPY 1,000 for adults / JPY 500 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
Admission times:
• Morning: Park opening–1:00 pm
• Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:30 pm
(6) Ghibli Park Dondoko Forest Ticket: Purchase available by reservation from 2:00 pm on the 10th of the month two months prior
This ticket allows entry to Dondoko Forest (specified admission times). See the interior of Satsuki and Mei's House from My Neighbor Totoro.
Prices:
• Any day: JPY 1,000 for adults / JPY 500 for children (four years of age–elementary school ages)
Admission times:
• Morning: Park opening–1:00 pm
• Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:30 pm
Ghibli Park celebrates the birth of Aichi Prefecture (November 27, 1872) by making the 27th of each month Prefecture Citizens' Day, when those living in Aichi can purchase tickets earlier than regular visitors.
Tickets are available by drawing with application available around three months prior to the planned date of entry, so if you're a citizen of Aichi, don't miss this special deal.
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