Kobe Municipal Arboretum
~Spring is around the corner! ~

This winter, especially this month (February) here on Mt. Rokko is much more severe than recent winter seasons. Morning temperatures are below zero very often. Kobe Municipal Arboretum is famous for its early summer hydrangeas and autumn leaves, however it’s incredibly cold for plants here now. Thanks to the Arboretum even in this harsh environment, you can indulge in Mt. Rokko’s wonderful nature with a winter perspective. Today, we will show you around the Arboretum and share interesting and enjoyable experiences with you.

Forest Exhibition Hall
Kobe Municipal Arboretum is conveniently located, it’s about a 25-minute drive away from downtown Kobe.
After you enter the Arboretum from the main entrance, the Forest Exhibition Hall will welcome you.
The Forest Exhibition Hall will provide you with valuable information, so make sure to stop by and check out the map and flyers and get the latest information before exploring.

◇Event Information◇
1: Botanical Art Exhibition
Plants in Arboretum associated with Dr. Tomitarou Makino

There is a botanical art exhibition, which features some works from a pioneer Japanese botanist Dr. Tomitaro Makino, has been taking place on the second floor of the hall. There are a variety of artworks associated with local plants, and it is interesting to note that some of the plants were discovered and named by Dr. Makino.
Event period: until April 6th (Sun)
Venue: Forest exhibition hall (2nd floor)

2: Outdoor Gear Rental Service
We started rental service of mountain cottage outdoor gear in Kobe Municipal Arboretum × fine day!

Why not find your favorite spot, sit back in the chair, unwind yourself, and appreciate wild birds and the winter scenery for the time being?

As some of the mountain paths in the Arboretum are rough, trekking poles are recommended.

Winter Tree Bud Observations

Information about the winter tree buds that can be found in the Arboretum, are displayed right next to the Forest Exhibition Hall. It’s a very rare opportunity to see various tree buds all at once. Check out the details of each bud and go find them in the Arboretum!

Onigurumi (Japanese walnut)
Onigurumi is known as the only edible Japanese walnut.
The leaf scar of Onigurumi looks like the face of a sheep. The parts of the scar, which are like a mouth, eyes and a nose, function as important paths for water and nutrition.

Spicebush
The blooming season of spicebush is early spring (March – April). As time goes by, a sharp-pointed leaf bud (in the center) and round-shaped flower buds (around the leaf bud) will swell gradually.

The Spring Fairy Area is the area where spring plants are organized inside the Rock Garden. In this area, many kinds of flowers are going to bloom one after another. One of the most beautiful flowers “Baikaoren (Coptis quinquefolia)” will bloom this month.

【Forest of International Friendship】
This area was made to commemorate great friendships and strong ties between Kobe and international cities.

Guide map
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Robai (wintersweet) blossoms will be in full bloom soon.

Soshin Robai
Soshin Robai features yellow flowers with a plum-like sweet aroma.

The grove of winter trees in the Arboretum looks very simple at the first glance, but once you get there, you will be overwhelmed by its impressive presence.

Also, Kobe Municipal Arboretum proudly offers colorful leaf night illuminations in autumn.
▼Related article is below;
https://kobe-rokko.jp/en/events/2209/

Come and enjoy the winter scenery here at Kobe Municipal Arboretum!

 Kobe Municipal Arboretum
https://www.kobe-park.or.jp.e.abn.hp.transer.com/shinrin/
Address: 1-2 Nagao, Yamada-cho Kamitanigami, Kita-ku, Kobe
Tel: 078-591-0253 (Japanese)

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