Nature, people and a greener future.
GREEN×EXPO 2027 is an international horticultural expo in Yokohama, bringing together flowers, greenery, food and ideas for living with nature. The organizer projects about 15 million visitors over the event — an estimate, not recorded attendance.
It runs from 19 March to 26 September 2027 at the former Kamiseya Communication Facility, away from Yokohama's central waterfront. The official ticket site is open, but buying admission is not the whole plan: confirm your visit slot and any separate transport booking before you travel.
Is it your kind of day out?
Our suggestion: make room for it if gardens, design, food systems or family learning are part of your trip. Choose a few interests and leave time to walk and rest.
The five announced Village themes sit alongside gardens and pavilions. Specific activities may still change, so choose broad interests first and check the final programme closer to your visit.
- Urban GX
- Craft
- Farm & Food
- Kids
- SATOYAMA
Plan your GREEN×EXPO visit.
There are several bookings, and they are not interchangeable. Work through the six decisions below before you commit to a hotel or a travel day.
- 01Choose admission
Compare a one-day ticket with passes or a special discount.
Ticket options ↓ - 02Book your visit slot
A valid ticket needs a reserved date and time for admission.
Entry booking ↓ - 03Choose the final leg
The venue has no rail station at its gate. Compare an announced shuttle station or another official route.
Access routes ↓ - 04Reserve transport
Book a four-station shuttle or parking separately if you use one. Check both directions for the shuttle.
Transport booking ↓ - 05Choose a base
Compare the whole trip from your hotel, not only the train portion.
Stay areas ↓ - 06Pick your interests
See the announced gardens and pavilions; recheck exhibit-viewing rules nearer your visit.
What to see ↓
Five different things: admission ticket, visit date/time, station shuttle, parking, and any exhibit viewing reservation. The first two are needed for entry; transport bookings apply when you choose those modes. Viewing reservations concern certain exhibits, with the participating exhibits still to be announced.
Ticket purchase
Admission tickets are on sale. For a single visit, start with the advance one-day ticket, then compare eligibility and dates with the organizer's other options. The prices below are admission prices, not transport or hotel costs.
- Adult · advance
- ¥4,900
- Ages 12–17
- ¥3,000
- Ages 4–11
- ¥1,400
Advance one-day prices checked 1 Oct 2026. Advance sales are scheduled to end on 18 March 2027. Age is normally assessed on 1 April 2027, but March 2027 visits use age on 1 April 2026. Children aged three or under on 1 April 2027 enter free without a ticket.
Other ticket choices
- Special Discount Ticket: ¥2,800 adult / ¥1,700 youth / ¥800 child. Eligibility is defined by the organizer; one qualifying companion may also be eligible.
- Season Pass: ¥28,000 / ¥16,000 / ¥6,500 for repeat visits during the event.
- Summer Pass: ¥12,000 / ¥7,000 / ¥3,000 for repeat visits from 1 July to 31 August 2027.
- Future sale period: regular one-day tickets (¥5,500 / ¥3,300 / ¥1,500) and night tickets from 17:00 (¥3,500 / ¥1,900 / ¥900) are listed from the Expo opening date, 19 March 2027.
Prices are adult / youth / child in that order, checked 1 Oct 2026. The official site warns that availability and terms can change. Check validity, eligibility, refund rules and current price before paying.
Visitors outside Japan can access the official ticket website. It sells electronic tickets; authorised agencies may sell paper tickets. A paper ticket alone does not complete entry preparation: add its ID to an official ticket account and reserve a visit date/time. The official FAQ also lists convenience-store tickets with a reserved date/time and QR code; those have a different purchase flow. Check the ticket you actually hold.
Official ticket purchase & visit reservationVisit reservation
Check whether your ticket already has a reserved visit date and time. The official site now lets you choose a slot while buying an e-ticket, or add a date/time later to a ticket without one. Neither version books your shuttle or parking space.
Open since 18 September 2026
- Create an account on the official ticket site, buy or register your ticket, and check that it has a visit date and time for 19 March–26 September 2027.
- If using a four-station shuttle or parking, make a separate reservation in the relevant system. Confirm availability before finalising the combination.
- Individual exhibit viewing reservations are a different process. The organizer describes same-day booking for some exhibits; the participating exhibits have not yet been announced.
Opening status checked 1 Oct 2026 against the organizer’s 18 September notice and current ticket FAQ. A reservation system being open does not guarantee your preferred slot.
Official ticket & reservation FAQBought a ticket. Are you done?
Look for your confirmed visit date and time and entry QR code in the official ticket account. Paper tickets obtained from an authorised agent cannot be used for admission without booking that slot. If you are travelling together, the official FAQ explains how to book tickets held by others in one group.
For most ticket types, the official FAQ currently allows up to three visit-date/time changes; Season and Summer Pass rules differ. Same-day entry depends on available slots, so it is not a reliable substitute for booking ahead. You may enter later than your reserved time on the same day, according to the current FAQ.
Exhibit viewing is another layer. The organizer plans same-day viewing reservations for some exhibits, with a one-exhibit-per-day limit described in its FAQ. Which exhibits participate is still undecided. Do not assume that your admission slot includes a pavilion viewing slot.
Current listed venue hours are 09:30–21:30 JST, with latest admission scheduled for 21:00. Recheck operating hours and your booked entry time before the visit.
Plan all the way to the entrance.
The venue is the former Kamiseya Communication Facility in Yokohama, Kanagawa — away from the central waterfront.
- 01 · StartYour base
Plan from your actual address.
- 02 · ConnectTrain
Reach a suitable shuttle connection.
- 03 · Final legStation shuttle
Check the official booking and boarding point.
- 04 · ArriveExpo venue
Former Kamiseya site.
- SeyaSotetsu Main Line
- MitsukyoSotetsu Main Line
- TokaichibaJR Yokohama Line
- Minami-machida Grandberry ParkDen-en-toshi Line
Shuttle and parking reservations are open, but they do not reserve admission. Before travelling, confirm the boarding point, timed booking, fare and return service. The organizer still describes some direct buses as planned; this guide does not infer an unannounced timetable, stop or journey time.
Which route fits your trip?
- From central Yokohama or Tokyo: choose a rail route to one of the four named shuttle stations, then check the shuttle booking for your date. Do not plan as if a train reaches the venue gate.
- From Shin-Yokohama or Haneda: a direct bus is planned, but its timetable, fare and booking method are not yet announced. For now, plan with confirmed rail and four-station shuttle information.
- Driving: official North and West car parks require separate advance booking. Motorcycle and accessible spaces are listed at the North car park. Park-and-ride is offered on specified busy dates, not every day.
Your Expo entry reservation does not reserve your shuttle bus. The official four-station shuttle and parking systems opened on 18 September 2026. A shuttle booking uses its own account and QR code; check both outward and return slots. The organizer currently lists a shuttle fare of ¥200 adult / ¥100 child before any applicable discount. Fares, timetables and booking terms must be checked again before travel.
Open the official access mapChoose a base for your whole trip.
Start with what you want your base to make easier. These are editorial planning choices, not hotel rankings or availability checks.
Yokohama Station
A rail-centred base to compare when combining the Expo with wider Yokohama plans.
Check before bookingThe full connection to an announced Expo shuttle station; a central hotel is not a venue-side hotel.
Shin-Yokohama
Consider it when arriving or leaving by Shinkansen is a major part of the trip.
Check before bookingTransfers to the Expo, your city plans, luggage arrangements and the return route.
Central Yokohama
Minato Mirai and the waterfront suit a city-focused stay if exploring Yokohama matters as much as the event.
Check before bookingYour actual nearest station, the current Expo connection and how much walking suits your group. A direct waterfront bus is still only planned.
Near a shuttle station
Compare Seya, Mitsukyo, Tokaichiba or Minami-machida Grandberry Park if the Expo is the main reason for your stay.
Check before bookingActual accommodation options, your other sightseeing plans and the specific shuttle boarding and return slots.
A Tokyo-side base
Keeping one base may suit a wider Tokyo itinerary. Compare it with adding a Yokohama stay.
Check before bookingThe complete door-to-door journey and return service, rather than just train time.
For children, luggage or mobility needs, prioritize fewer changes, a suitable room and a verified accessible route. Read cancellation terms while event plans evolve. Use Yokohama’s official transport overview to start comparing the rail connections.
For the local picture beyond the venue, start with Seya and compare Mitsukyo, Yamato, Minami-machida Grandberry Park and Tokaichiba in our nearby areas and places to stay guide. Yamato is a rail and lodging base, not one of the four official shuttle stations.
What will you actually see?
Think of this as a day among gardens, plants and ideas, not just a ticketed exhibition hall. These are announced themes and pavilion concepts, not a promise of every display on your chosen day.
The organizer describes five Villages. Urban GX looks at technology for greener cities; Craft connects Japanese making with nature; Farm & Food explores agriculture and well-being; Kids is designed for children to learn about nature; and SATOYAMA focuses on living with local landscapes. Which activities are open, bookable or suitable for your group should be checked against the eventual programme.
- Urban GXGreener-city technologies
- CraftNature and Japanese craftsmanship
- Farm & FoodGrowing, food and well-being
- KidsLearning through nature
- SATOYAMALiving with local landscapes
NEKKO · Theme Pavilion
Announced as an immersive exploration of plant life, from the fungi and roots beneath a forest to how plants and other living things sense their world. The official pavilion site describes indoor planting, visual installations and interactive discoveries. It is an announced experience, not a guaranteed viewing slot.
Explore the official NEKKO concept ↗IROHA-GARDEN · Horticultural Pavilion
Discover Japan's Edo-period gardening culture: traditional plant varieties, crafted displays, a flower-garden concept and hands-on elements. Its dedicated official site now explains the exhibition themes and planned seasonal planting.
See the official pavilion guide ↗Japan Pavilion and Garden
The government pavilion pairs traditional Japanese garden techniques with future-facing agriculture and green infrastructure. It is a useful contrast to the other two pavilions if you want both cultural and practical ideas in one visit.
See the official Japan Pavilion plan ↗Names to recognize on maps and signs: NEKKO is the Theme Pavilion, IROHA-GARDEN is the Horticultural Pavilion, and HANAMEGURI is the Indoor Exhibition Facility. The organizer says these names will appear on venue maps and signs. Keep the name alongside the facility type when choosing where to go; it does not confirm a viewing reservation. This is our English summary of the organizer’s Japanese announcement, posted 30 September 2026 ↗, not an official translation.
Flowers and greenery are expected to change across the six-month event. The organizer describes seasonal displays, but flowering depends on weather and cultivation. A specific bloom cannot be promised for a specific date. Check the official programme nearer your trip, then choose a few interests and leave time for the gardens themselves.
Leave room for the practical things.
With family
The official themes include a Kids Village. Children aged three or under on 1 April 2027 do not need an admission ticket; older children use the organizer's age bands, with a special March rule. An adult can purchase multiple tickets together. Allow time for food and rest, and check the current stroller, nursing-room and toilet information before visiting rather than assuming facilities or locations.
Accessibility
The organizer publishes accessibility guidelines and lists a special-discount ticket for eligible visitors and one accompanying person. Accessible parking is listed at the North car park. Confirm your own route, shuttle boarding, documentation and any assistance needs with the official service before paying.
At the venue
Food outlets, toilets, ATMs, water points, storage and re-entry details are worth checking near your date; this guide does not treat every proposed service as open. Save your entry QR code and transport booking separately. The official FAQ permits one account/phone to present a group's tickets together, though it recommends each person prepare a QR copy.
Weather & what to bring
These are packing prompts, not a forecast. Early spring may call for layers; the rainy season for a rain plan; summer for water and cooling breaks; and September for a fresh weather check, including storm disruption. Bring comfortable footwear, a charged phone or power bank, your ticket/QR code and separate booking details. Check the forecast shortly before travel.
The organizer's current rules permit bottled drinks and reusable water bottles, but prohibit alcohol and generally glass bottles or cans; food-allergy exceptions are described in the rules. Expect security screening. Suitcases, hard cases and carrying carts are prohibited, so arrange luggage storage before reaching the venue. Strollers and mobility aids are treated separately in the rules; check the current details for your needs.
Read the official visitor rules (PDF)
A flexible day — our suggestion
Travel to your confirmed entrance → choose two main interests → pause for food and rest → decide whether to explore more. Check the return service before your final visit. This is an editorial plan, not a timed or official schedule.
Pair the Expo with Yokohama — on your terms.
The venue is not in the waterfront sightseeing area. For a separate half-day or another day, compare Minato Mirai's harbour walks, Yamashita Park, Chinatown or Sankeien Garden. Choose one or two, then check the actual connection from your hotel. Add them after an Expo day only when your return transport and energy allow.
Explore with the official Yokohama guide ↗History, temples and nature.
Consider Kamakura for a separate trip. Plan around the places you want to see; do not assume a convenient same-day connection from the Expo.
Open the official Kamakura guide ↗GREEN×EXPO visitor questions
When and where is GREEN×EXPO 2027?
Can I buy a ticket from outside Japan?
Which ticket should I choose?
Do children need tickets?
I bought a ticket. Do I still need a visit reservation?
Can I change my visit booking?
Can I just arrive and buy a ticket?
Is a shuttle reservation separate from Expo entry?
Is there a train station at the Expo entrance?
Will there be direct buses from Yokohama or Haneda?
Can I drive, and do I need parking?
Where should I stay?
Is one day enough?
What can I see with children?
Is the venue accessible?
Do pavilions or exhibits need another reservation?
What if it rains or is very hot?
Can I bring a suitcase or a pet?
Can I combine the Expo with Yokohama sightseeing?
What is still unconfirmed?
Is this an official Expo website?
Information checked 1 October 2026. Ticket prices, reservations, transport, operating hours, rules and the programme can change. Always recheck the official GREEN×EXPO 2027 site before travel.