How to Book via Klook (Recommended for International Visitors)
For visitors travelling from outside Japan — or anyone who wants multilingual support and international payment options — Klook is the best choice. It accepts international credit cards and delivers your QR code instantly. Here are the 6 steps.
Step 1
Go to Klook
Open the Klook website or download the Klook app (iOS and Android). Search for "Ghibli Park" or "ジブリパーク" and find the O-Sanpo Day Pass Premium (大さんぽ券プレミアム) or O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (大さんぽ券スタンダード) listing.
Install the Klook app and create an account before sale day to avoid delays. Account creation is free and takes about two minutes.
Prepare Before Sale Day
Create your Klook account and save your payment method well before the sale date (the 10th of the month, two months before your visit at 2:00 PM JST). On sale day, traffic is heavy — login delays can cost you your tickets.
→ View Ghibli Park on Klook
Step 2
Select Your Visit Date
Choose your preferred visit date from the calendar. Dates that are sold out will appear greyed out or marked "Sold Out". Available dates show their remaining inventory — if you see "Few Left", act quickly.
Dates Beyond 2 Months Are Not Yet on Sale
The calendar will only show dates within the next 2 months. Dates further out will appear as "Coming Soon" or simply not be selectable. Return on the relevant 10th of the month at 2:00 PM JST when they go on sale.
Step 3
Choose Ticket Type and Number of Guests
After selecting a date, choose your ticket type and specify your group:
- O-Sanpo Day Pass Premium (大さんぽ券プレミアム) — all 5 areas including building interiors. From ¥7,300 per adult (weekday)
- O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (大さんぽ券スタンダード) — 3 areas; some buildings require a separate same-day ticket. From ¥3,300 per adult (weekday)
Enter the number of adults and children (ages 4–12) separately. Children aged 3 and under are free and do not require a ticket.
Choose Premium if you...
- Are visiting Ghibli Park for the first time
- Want to enter Satsuki and Mei's House in Dondoko Forest
- Want to see Howl's Moving Castle and the Witch's House interiors
- Plan to spend a full day and see everything
Standard may be enough if you...
- Have limited time (3–4 hours)
- Only want the Grand Warehouse, Mononoke no Sato, and Valley of Witches outdoors
- Are a repeat visitor with specific goals
Step 4
Enter Visitor Names — Must Match Passport Exactly
This is the most critical step. Enter each visitor's name exactly as it appears on their passport. Staff will check names against passports at the wristband collection desk. A mismatch means denied entry.
Common Name Entry Mistakes
- Entering given name and family name in the wrong order
- Omitting or adding a middle name (match exactly what's on the passport)
- Typos — character-level errors in the name itself
- Names cannot be changed after purchase — have each visitor's passport in hand when you type
In a group purchase, every person whose name you enter must be physically present on the day. If someone can't come, their ticket becomes unusable with no refund.
Step 5
Complete Payment
Klook accepts the following payment methods:
- Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express (international credit cards)
- PayPal
- Apple Pay / Google Pay (via the app)
- Klook credits
Once payment is complete, you'll see a confirmation screen and receive a confirmation email. Keep this email — it contains your booking reference.
3D Secure Authentication
Many international card transactions trigger 3D Secure verification — typically an SMS code sent to your phone. Set up your card's authentication before sale day. An authentication delay during peak traffic can mean your desired date sells out while you wait for an SMS.
Step 6
Save Your QR Code
After purchase, your QR code is accessible via:
- The confirmation email sent to your registered address
- The Klook app under "My Bookings"
- Your Klook account on the web
We strongly recommend doing all of the following before your visit:
- Screenshot the QR code and save it to your phone's camera roll (works offline)
- Print the QR code on A4 paper as a backup (in case your phone dies or loses signal)
- Download the Klook app and confirm offline access is working
For Group Purchases
If you purchased multiple tickets, each person gets their own individual QR code. One QR code cannot cover multiple people. Prepare all codes — printed or screenshotted — so each person can present their own at the desk.
How to Book via Lawson Ticket (Japan-Based Buyers)
Japan residents who are comfortable reading Japanese can use Lawson Ticket (Lawson-tike / l-tike.com). It supports convenience store payment for those without a credit card, and allows physical ticket pickup at Lawson stores nationwide.
Step 1
Register a Lawson Ticket Account
Go to l-tike.com and create a member account. Registration requires Japanese-language navigation. You'll need an email address, name, and date of birth. Existing members can simply log in.
Step 2
Find the Ghibli Park Ticket Page
Search for "ジブリパーク" or find the dedicated Ghibli Park listing page. Tickets become available on the 10th of the month, two months before your visit date, at 2:00 PM JST. Before then, the page will show "Coming Soon". Bookmark the URL and be ready to reload at 1:55 PM on sale day.
Step 3
Select Date, Ticket Type, and Quantity
Choose your visit date from the calendar, then select ticket type (Premium / Standard) and the number of adult and child (ages 4–12) tickets.
Step 4
Enter Visitor Information
Enter visitor names that match the ID (passport or driver's licence) you will present at entry. Double-check every character — post-purchase changes are not possible.
Step 5
Choose a Payment Method and Complete Purchase
Lawson Ticket accepts:
- Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, JCB, AMEX)
- Convenience store payment via Loppi terminal at Lawson or Ministop
- Selected smartphone payments (d-payment, PayPay, etc.)
If you choose convenience store payment, you must complete the Loppi pickup within the deadline (usually the following day) — otherwise the booking will be cancelled automatically.
Step 6
Receive Your Ticket
Credit card and smartphone payment purchases receive a QR code via email or the Lawson Ticket app. Convenience store payment purchases produce a physical paper ticket at the Loppi terminal after payment.
Five Rules Everyone Must Know Before Buying
These rules apply to all Ghibli Park ticket purchases. Violating them can result in losing your tickets entirely.
The 5 Non-Negotiable Rules
- No cancellations, date changes, or refunds after purchase. Only buy when your travel plans are 100% confirmed.
- Maximum 6 tickets per transaction. Groups of 7 or more must split across multiple purchases.
- Once per ticket type per month per account. You cannot buy Premium tickets twice in the same calendar month.
- The named ticket holder must be physically present at entry. Passport/ID is checked against the name on the ticket.
- Resale and transfer are strictly prohibited. Resold tickets will be rejected at the gate, with no recourse.
What to Prepare Before Sale Day
Have everything below ready well before the sale date to make your purchase as fast as possible.
| Item | Purpose | Notes |
|---|
| Passport (all visitors) |
Name entry and entry verification |
Type the name exactly as shown; passport also required at entry |
| Email address |
Account registration and QR code delivery |
Use your primary address — confirmation email is important |
| Credit card (Klook) |
Payment |
Visa or Mastercard works most reliably; check 3D Secure is set up |
| Klook account (Klook) |
Purchase and ticket management |
Create account and save payment method in advance |
| Lawson Ticket account (Lawson) |
Purchase and ticket management |
Japanese required; create account in advance |
| List of candidate dates (1st, 2nd, 3rd choice) |
Instant pivot if first choice is sold out |
Being able to switch dates immediately prevents empty-handed outcomes |
How to Secure Tickets on Popular Dates
Weekends, public holidays, and major holiday periods sell out quickly after the sale opens. These tips improve your chances significantly.
Tip 1 — Be at your device 5 minutes before the sale opens
At 1:55 PM JST on the 10th of the month, open the ticket page and be ready. At 2:00 PM sharp, start refreshing. On Klook, having the product page already open and cached in the app speeds things up considerably.
Tip 2 — Use multiple devices at the same time
Open the Klook app on your phone while running the browser on your computer simultaneously. If one hangs or errors, you still have the other going.
Tip 3 — Target weekdays
Even when the same week's Saturday is sold out, Tuesday through Thursday often remain available. Shifting your visit by one or two days dramatically reduces competition and usually makes for a better day — fewer crowds, shorter queues.
Tip 4 — Watch for cancellation releases
Cancelled tickets reappear as available inventory. Checking 1–2 weeks before your target date, especially around 10 AM and 2 PM JST, often surfaces returned slots. Three-day weekends and the day after a holiday tend to see more cancellations.
Tip 5 — Check both platforms
Lawson Ticket and Klook hold separate inventory. One can show sold out while the other still has availability — especially in the days or weeks after the initial sale. Always check both.
Common Booking Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
| Mistake | Consequence | Prevention |
|---|
| Entering first and last name in the wrong order |
Potential admission denial |
Keep passport open and type name letter by letter before checking out |
| Buying the wrong date |
Non-changeable; full financial loss |
Verify date three times including the day of the week before paying |
| Buying Standard when Premium was needed |
Cannot enter Dondoko Forest or Seishun no Oka |
Read the Day Pass comparison carefully before buying |
| Arriving after the wristband collection deadline (12:00 PM) |
Ticket is void; no admission |
Plan arrival so you reach the park by 10:00 AM at the latest |
| Missing your Grand Warehouse timed entry slot |
Cannot enter the Grand Warehouse (wristband still valid for other areas) |
Re-check your assigned entry time and build it into your day plan |
| Purchasing from a resale site |
100% entry denial; no refund |
Only purchase through Klook or Lawson Ticket — never from third parties |
After Booking — Preparing for Your Visit
Securing the ticket is only half the work. Here is what to do between booking and visit day.
1–2 weeks before your visit
- Screenshot your QR code and save to your camera roll; print a paper backup
- Open the Klook app and confirm your QR code loads correctly
- Check your wristband collection time — you must collect by 12:00 PM on visit day
- Confirm your Grand Warehouse timed entry slot (Premium ticket holders)
- Plan your route — from Nagoya it's approximately 40–50 minutes to Aichi Expo Memorial Park Station
The day before
- Confirm all passports are packed (one per visitor)
- Check you have the printed QR code
- Charge your smartphone fully; bring a power bank
- Check the weather forecast — bring an umbrella if needed
Visit day — what time to arrive
We recommend arriving at the park at least 1 hour before opening. A practical schedule:
- 8:30–9:00 AM: Arrive at Aichi Expo Memorial Park Station
- 9:00–9:30 AM: Join the wristband collection queue (it can be long right at opening)
- 9:30–10:00 AM: Wristband collected; move toward your first destination
On Weekends and Holidays, Arrive Earlier
During busy periods (Golden Week, summer school holidays, year-end), wristband queues can be long even before the park opens. Arriving by 8:00 AM or earlier during these periods is sensible. A smooth wristband collection sets the tone for the whole day.
Expert Tips from Repeat Visitors
Tip 1 — If your first choice is sold out, try the same week's Tuesday–Thursday
Weekday slots (particularly Tue–Thu) frequently remain available even when the same week's Saturday is fully booked. Shifting one or two days usually means a less crowded, more enjoyable visit.
Tip 2 — Enable Klook app notifications
Add Ghibli Park to your Klook wish list. If inventory changes — including cancellation releases — you may receive a notification. Since cancellations can appear right up to the visit date, keeping notifications on has real value.
Tip 3 — Avoid the 27th of the month
The 27th is an Aichi residents' priority purchasing day, which means reduced general-public inventory. Targeting the 26th or 28th instead avoids unnecessary competition.
Tip 4 — Coordinate your group purchase in advance
For large groups requiring multiple transactions, assign roles beforehand: who buys which tickets, on which platform, in what quantity. Everyone should be at their device and logged in at 2:00 PM on sale day. Coordination done in advance prevents confusion during the critical minutes after the sale opens.
Tip 5 — Choose an early Grand Warehouse entry slot
The 9:00–10:00 AM Grand Warehouse time slot is the best choice. Entering the Grand Warehouse first thing leaves the afternoon free for outdoor areas. Choosing a 2:00 PM or later slot on a Premium ticket makes it difficult to visit all 5 areas in a single day.
