Ghibli Park Tickets: Prices, Passes and How to Book (2026–27)
Updated: 6 November 2026. Next sale: January 2027 tickets open 10 November 2026, 2 p.m. Japan time.
Getting into Ghibli Park isn’t hard because it’s expensive. It’s hard because of timing. Every pass is sold in advance, on one set day each month, and the popular dates can go within hours. You also can’t walk up and buy a ticket at the gate.
This guide covers the current prices, what each pass gets you, and a simple plan for booking from outside Japan.
Quick facts
- Location: Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park, Nagakute, Aichi Prefecture (near Nagoya)
- Opened: 1 November 2022
- Areas: 5 — Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse, Hill of Youth, Dondoko Forest, Mononoke Village, Valley of Witches
- Tickets: advance reservation only, no sales at the park
- Sale day: the 10th of each month, 2 p.m. Japan time, for visits two months later
Ghibli Park ticket prices
There are two day passes. All prices include tax, and children aged 0–3 go free.
| Pass | What it covers | Adult weekday | Adult weekend/holiday | Child (4–12) weekday | Child weekend/holiday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O-Sanpo Day Pass Premium | All 5 areas + entry into the main buildings | ¥7,300 | ¥7,800 | ¥3,650 | ¥3,900 |
| O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard | Grand Warehouse, Mononoke Village, Valley of Witches | ¥3,300 | ¥3,800 | ¥1,650 | ¥1,900 |
Prices from the official Ghibli Park overseas ticket page, checked 6 November 2026. Prices have changed before, so always confirm when you book.
Standard pass add-ons in the Valley of Witches
With a Standard pass you can buy same-day tickets for some buildings inside the Valley of Witches:
- Howl’s Castle: ¥1,000 adult / ¥500 child
- Okino Residence (Kiki’s family home): ¥400 / ¥200
- The House of Witches: ¥400 / ¥200
These are first come, first served, so if Howl’s Castle is the main reason you’re going, the Premium pass is the safer pick.
Which pass should you buy?
Choose Premium if it’s your first visit, you want to go inside Howl’s Castle without worrying about same-day stock, or you want to see Hill of Youth (the Whisper of the Heart antique shop) and Dondoko Forest (Satsuki and Mei’s house from My Neighbor Totoro).
Choose Standard if you’re on a budget, you’re travelling with kids who mostly want the Grand Warehouse, or you’ve visited before and just want the new short film and exhibitions.
One tip people miss: both passes include Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse, which is where Cinema Orion shows Ghibli’s new short, A Night in the Valley of Witches, now running until June 2027. Both passes also cover the 31 panorama boxes Hayao Miyazaki made, on display there since July 2026.
How to book Ghibli Park tickets from overseas
Overseas visitors book through Lawson Ticket (overseas site) or Klook. Here’s the routine that works best.
- Work out your sale date. Count back two months from your visit. For a January 2027 trip the sale is 10 November 2026; for February 2027 expect 10 December 2026.
- Convert 2 p.m. JST to your time zone. That’s 10 a.m. in Pakistan (PKT), 10:30 a.m. in India, 1 p.m. in Singapore, and midnight in New York.
- Create your account the day before. Don’t sign up during the sale rush.
- Have your passport ready. Names must match exactly, and you may be asked to show it at the gate.
- Pick a Grand Warehouse time. Slots are 9 a.m.–2 p.m. You must enter within one hour of your slot, and early entry isn’t allowed. The other four areas have no fixed time, but you need to enter before 4:30 p.m.
- Book in one go. You can make one purchase per ticket type per month, with up to six tickets per purchase.
Rules worth knowing before you pay
- No refunds and no date changes.
- No group, early-bird or advance discounts.
- Weekends, Japanese holidays and school breaks sell out first. A Tuesday–Thursday visit gives you the best odds.
Getting there
From Nagoya Station, take the subway to Fujigaoka and change to the Linimo line to Ai-Chikyuhaku-Kinen-Koen Station. Plan for roughly 45–60 minutes door to door. The park sits inside a large public park, so wear good shoes: the five areas are spread out, and a full Premium day means a lot of walking.
Upcoming ticket sale dates
| Visit month | Sale opens (2 p.m. JST) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 2026 | 10 October 2026 | On sale |
| January 2027 | 10 November 2026 | Confirmed |
| February 2027 | 10 December 2026 | Expected (monthly pattern) |
| March 2027 | 10 January 2027 | Expected (monthly pattern) |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Booking through resellers. Only official channels guarantee entry, and resold tickets with someone else’s name can be refused.
- Forgetting the Grand Warehouse slot. Arrive an hour late and you can lose entry to the building with the cinema.
- Ignoring closures. Ghibli Park closes for maintenance from time to time (it closed 9–23 June 2026, for example). Check the official “What’s New” page before you fly.
For other dates on the Ghibli calendar this season, see our Studio Ghibli events list.
Frequently asked questions
How much are Ghibli Park tickets?
Adults pay ¥3,300–¥3,800 for the Standard pass and ¥7,300–¥7,800 for the Premium pass, depending on weekday or weekend.
Can I buy Ghibli Park tickets at the gate?
No. Every visit needs an advance reservation.
When do Ghibli Park tickets go on sale?
On the 10th of each month at 2 p.m. Japan time, for visits two months later.
Is the Ghibli Museum ticket the same as Ghibli Park?
No. The Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo, is a separate place with its own booking system.
Which pass includes Howl’s Castle?
The Premium pass includes it. Standard pass holders can buy a ¥1,000 same-day ticket if any are left.
New to the films the park is built around? Our guide to every Studio Ghibli film in order will get you ready.
GujoAnimes is an independent fan site and isn’t affiliated with Studio Ghibli or Ghibli Park.
Sources: Ghibli Park official overseas ticket page and “What’s New” notices (checked 6 Nov 2026) · Wikipedia: Ghibli Park
