FAQs

ＡAdvanced reservation specific to the date of entry is required.

If you have Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard or Ghibli Park Valley of Witches and Mononoke Village tickets (domestic purchase only) and wish to enter the inside of Okino Residence, Howl's Castle and The House of Witches, you can purchase same-day tickets to enter each building. These tickets are available in Valley of Witches on the day of your visit. Please note that the number of tickets is limited and sales will end once tickets for the day are sold out.

ＡIn order to ensure that all visitors to Ghibli Park can relax and fully enjoy their experience. However, you are welcome to visit Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park where you can enjoy some Ghibli-themed places without a ticket. For more information, please check the Ghibli in the Park page.

Ａ For those with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Premium:
Please enter Ghibli's Grand Warehouse no later than one hour after your reservation time with all members of your party. Early entry is not allowed.
The other four areas do not have specified entry times, although you are required to queue when other visitors are waiting. Please enter these four areas by 4:30 p.m. *Please enter the first area with all members of your party.

For those with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard:
Please enter Ghibli's Grand Warehouse no later than one hour after your reservation time with all members of your party. Early entry is not allowed.
The other two areas do not have specified entry times, although you are required to queue when other visitors are waiting. Please enter these four areas between opening time and 4:30 p.m.

For those with area tickets (domestic purchase only):
Entry times will be either the morning (from opening time to 1:00 p.m.) or the afternoon (from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Please enter with all members of your party within your designated entry time slot.
For those with Ghibli Park Valley of Witches and Mononoke Village tickets, only Valley of Witches has designated entry times. There are no designated entry times for Mononoke Village, so please enter with all members of your party between opening time and 4:30 p.m. However, you are required to queue when other visitors are waiting.

ＡYou cannot change or cancel your tickets after purchase.
If Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park is closed due to weather or other circumstances, we will consider our refund policies and announce the response on our official website.

For customers with e-tickets, please ensure you have enough battery on your cell phone, smart phone, or other device in order to show your tickets upon entry.

ＡTickets are non-transferable. The person whose name is on the tickets must be present, or the tickets are not valid.

ＡThe person whose name is on the tickets may be required to present ID upon entry. Please bring valid identification such as driver's license, insurance card, passport, or My Number Card. All members of the party should enter with the person whose name is on the tickets.

Ａ For those with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Premium:
Re-entry is possible except for Ghibli's Grand Warehouse.

For those with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard and area tickets (domestic purchase only):
Re-entry is not permitted except for Valley of Witches.

ＡPhotography and videography inside Ghibli Park are prohibited except for some locations. Even in the locations where photography is allowed, please refrain from using flash when taking photos and videos indoors.

For the safety of our guests, we ask that you refrain from the use of camera stands, tripods and/or selfie sticks. You may use a compact, hand-held model (that does not extend) as long as it does not go over the height of your head and it is in your hand.

In addition, the following are not allowed in Ghibli Park.
-Taking photos and videos for commercial purposes
-Taking photos of restricted locations or buildings, and sharing these photos on your social media
-Live-streaming and live-broadcasting

ＡInside the Ghibli Park area, you may only eat food purchased inside Ghibli Park. Please refer to Food page for more information.
Please drink any beverages outdoors or outside the exhibition rooms in the plazas or walkways. We request that you ensure your bottle caps/lids are tightly secured inside the exhibition rooms.
Outside the Ghibli Park area there are park lawns, benches and various resting spots where you can eat the food you bring.

Food items available within Ghibli Park are labeled in accordance with Japanese food allergen labeling regulations. We may not be able to respond to every request, however, so for those with religious or allergy related dietary restrictions we recommend bringing your own food.

Please take your trash home with you.

ＡGhibli Park does not provide storage services. Large bags and suitcases are not allowed. In Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park, there are lockers in North Gate Information Center (located close to Linimo station), Global Center, and West Gate Information Center and Lounge. *The number of lockers is limited.
Some of the exhibition areas within Ghibli Park are narrow. Out of consideration of other visitors and to avoid hindering park operations, we recommend that storage arrangements are secured at your hotel, for example, before you arrive at the park.

ＡThe following forms of payment are accepted at all of the merchants within Ghibli Park:
Credit Card
VISA, Mastercard, Union Pay Ginren, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners

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e-Payment
iD, prepaid transportation cards, QUICPay, Rakuten Edy, WAON, nanaco

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e-Payment via QR Code
PayPay, Rakuten Pay, d BaraiTM, au Pay, Yucho Pay, Merpay, Alipay, WeChat Pay

ＡPets are not allowed.

ＡGhibli Park is not responsible for accidents due to customer negligence inside the park.

In addition, the following are not allowed in Ghibli Park.
-Smoking
-Purchasing goods for resell
-Possession of hazardous materials
-Disrupting other visitors, and/or behavior that hinders business operations
-Using your cell phone or smartphone where it will disturb other visitors
-Unauthorized tour guiding and other commercial activities
-Unauthorized promotion activities (including photography and videography for promotion)
-Inappropriate clothing with excessive exposure

ＡSome facilities and activities are limited to children of 12 years and under including the following:
Cat Bus in the Cat Bus Room, Children's Town (Ghibli's Grand Warehouse)
*Adults accompanying children of 12 years or under may also enter Children's Town.
Dondoko-do (Dondoko Forest)
Lord Okkoto (Mononoke Village)

Charcoal Grilled Gohei-mochi Cooking Experience is limited to 10 years and above.
*Children of 9 years and under may enter Tatara-ba, but cannot participate in the hands-on experience.
Children of 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult during the hands-on experience.

ＡSeparate fees are required for the following activities and rides:
Charcoal Grilled Gohei-mochi Cooking Experience (Mononoke Village)
Carousel and Flying Machine (Valley of Witches)

ＡSome facilities and activities may not be available for use in the event of rain including the following:
Lord Okkoto (Mononoke Village)
The walking trail in Dondoko Forest
Carousel and Flying Machine (Valley of Witches)

*Facilities and exhibits may become unavailable without prior notice due to weather, maintenance, etc.
*In case of inclement weather, the park may close without prior notice.

ＡGhibli Park is located within Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park. Please consider seasonal temperatures when preparing what to bring and what to wear during your visit, in addition to good walking shoes. We recommend that you check the local weather forecast (Aichi-ken, Nagakute City area) for current updates.

Summer (May through the middle of October): In order to avoid heat stroke we suggest our guests bring plenty of water (in a bottle with a cap), hats or other sun protection, and clothes with breathable fabric that will help you stay cool. There are many extremely hot days over the course of the summer and it may be difficult to find shade in some of the Ghibli Park areas. For protection from the sun and insects, we recommend long sleeves. Additionally, there is a possibility of torrential downpour, typhoon or other sudden weather changes.

Winter: Temperatures may fall below 0℃, and it may snow. Please dress in plenty of warm layers.

Ａ Ghibli Park is located within Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park. Due to its rich natural environment, there are also some dangerous creatures living within it.
If you happen to spot one, please do not approach or touch it and inform a nearby staff member.

ＡThere are diaper changing stations located within each area of Ghibli Park.
There is a nursing room and baby room inside Ghibli's Grand Warehouse and Valley of Witches.

You may use your stroller when walking around Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park.
Strollers are available to borrow from North Gate Information Center, West Gate Information Center and Lounge.

With some exceptions, strollers and umbrellas are not allowed in the buildings inside Ghibli Park areas. Please use the designated parking areas at each place. Please plan to bring a baby carrier or sling with you if necessary.

Ａ It is possible to enter Ghibli Park areas by wheelchair, except for some locations.