{"id":1611,"date":"2022-10-12T16:31:57","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T07:31:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/cms\/en\/?p=1611"},"modified":"2022-11-02T00:35:06","modified_gmt":"2022-11-01T15:35:06","slug":"mountain-walk-hike-in-shin-kobelets-explore-the-area-and-find-elegant-autumn-leaves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/events\/1611\/","title":{"rendered":"Mountain Hike in Shin-Kobe<br>~Let\u2019s explore the area and find elegant autumn leaves! ~"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1612 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/a11b4bb3ba448d1fa402ac3dc62cc91f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nAlong with refreshing winds, the leaves on Mt. Rokko are beginning to turn red. This is autumn&#8217;s subtle way of showing us the best season for fall foliage viewing is right around the corner.<\/p>\n<p>The area around JR Line Shin-Kobe Station is known as the starting point for the Kobe trip. Nunobiki Waterfalls (one of the greatest &#8220;divine falls&#8221; in Japan) and Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens (Over 200 kinds of herbs are grown.) are situated in the vicinity of the area. Also, a number of hikers gather at Shin-Kobe as the gate of Mt. Rokko and walk through the area.<\/p>\n<p>Shin-Kobe is conveniently located in the center of Kobe. It\u2019s just one stop away from Sannomiya Station (Kobe municipal subway) or about a 15-minute walk from Sannomiya station (JR, Hankyu, or Hanshin Line).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\nIn JR Shin-Kobe Station, JR Nishinihon (operating company of Shinkansen \/ Japanese bullet train) collaborated with Kojitsu Sanso (Japan\u2019s major mountain climbing and outdoor goods store) and has been holding Mt. Rokko-related event, promoting the charm of mountain hikes in the Mt. Rokko area.<\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1613 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3214.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nOn the 2nd floor of the Station, you\u2019ll be greeted by mountain hike-linked displays.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1614 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3217.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nA panel about Mt. Rokko\u2019s history is also exhibited.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1615\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3244.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nPlease obtain Mt. Rokko\u2019s hiking information from the poster and flyer which are very useful for beginners.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span>The flyer includes 3 route maps, a basic instruction for safe hiking such as important manners and preferred gear.<\/p>\n<p><b>Three Routes<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/b>\u25a0Refreshing! Nunobiki Waterfall<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span>\u25a0Dazzling! Ten-million-dollar night view from Mt. Maya (Ueno Michi route)<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span>\u25a0Kobe\u2019s landmark! Mt. Shisho and Mt. Ikari<\/p>\n<p>More information about the mountain hike is below\u2193<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/climbing-main\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/climbing-main\/<\/a> (Japanese)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Recommended Hiking Spots in Autumn (around the Shin-Kobe area)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cShin-Kobe\u2192Nunobiki Waterfalls\u2192Ichigahara\u2192Tairyuji Temple\u2192Futatabi Park\u201d<\/strong><br \/>\nThe well-arranged walking path in this route will makes all beginners feel secure and make the hike more enjoyable.<br \/>\nDuration: about an hour and 40 mins<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1616\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nFirst off, let\u2019s head to the Nunobiki Waterfalls!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1617\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_0204.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nA 15minute-hike from Shin-Kobe Station will take you to the Ontaki Water fall.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1618\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3180.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nTake a deep breath and feel nature! Negative ions are abundant around the waterfalls. It\u2019s popular as one of the best spots for tourists as well as hikers.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1619\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3176.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nThis route is safe and fun for family members especially with small children.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1620\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3173.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nLet\u2019s move on to the next location!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1621\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3156.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nNunobiki Reservoir<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span>It was proudly selected as one of the best of 100 great reservoirs in Japan. Take a seat here and unwind for a while.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1622\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3145.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nAlong the way, check out the sign board to reach Ichigahara<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1623\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3151.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nEnjoy hiking at your own pace.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1624\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3135.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nYou\u2019ve arrived at the Ichigahara riverside. It\u2019s an ideal spot for kids to play in the river.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1625\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nWalk on the Taishi Michi road, which is associated with Kobo Daishi (historic Japanese Buddhist monk), toward Taiyuji temple. Soon the bright green leaves along the path will turn an elegant red.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1626\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3087.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nPilgrimage road of the Tairyuji Temple<br \/>\nIt\u2019s regarded as a place of origin of a Japanese custom \u201cMainichi Tozan (daily mountain hike)\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cFutatabi Park Shiogahara Pond\u201d<\/strong><b><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1628\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3034.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/b>Futatabi Park Shiogahara Pond is the first municipal park which was designated as a \u201cPlace of Scenic Beauty of Japan\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1629\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3020.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nAs tables and benches are dotted around the Shiogahara pond, sit back and loosen yourself up in this relaxing atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1630\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3068.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nCaf\u00e9 \u201cRe encounter\u201d<br \/>\nOnce a boathouse, this place was renovated into a to-go caf\u00e9 in 2019.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1631\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3038.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nAnd now, it has turned into a popular caf\u00e9 for hikers.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1632\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/IMG_3060.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nOrganic coffee and homemade scone (dried strawberry and chocolate chips)<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span>Scone combo: from 600 yen<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/re_encounter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/re_encounter\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The autumn leaf viewing season is almost here. Why not put on your favorite mountain gear, hike to the destination, and feel a sense of accomplishment? Let\u2019s hit the road!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens &amp; Ropeway<\/strong><b><br \/>\n<\/b>On the way back to Shin-Kobe, the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens is a great spot to take a short detour. Let\u2019s head to Nunobiki Ropeway &#8220;Herb En Sancho Station while savoring a variety of herbs at the Kaze No Oka Glass Field located near Kaze No Oka Chuo Station. It will be a wonderful choice to take the ropeway to get to Herb En Sanroku Station which is close to Shin-Kobe Station.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/79f33dcf8a2cca1999ff7bf47771cc94-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"489\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span>Source: Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens &amp; Ropeway<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens &amp; Ropeway<\/strong><b><br \/>\n<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kobeherb.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.kobeherb.com\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Kojitsu Sanso x JR Nishinihon<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>JR Shin-Kobe Station Special Exhibits \/ Displays<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/prtimes.jp\/main\/html\/rd\/p\/000000178.000035305.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/prtimes.jp\/main\/html\/rd\/p\/000000178.000035305.html<\/a> (Japanese)<br \/>\nEvent period: ~October 31st (Mon.)<br \/>\nVenue: 1st &amp; 2nd floor of JR Shin-Kobe Station<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span>(*150 yen (station entrance fee) is needed to see some of the displays on the 2nd floor.)<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0Outdoor Event Information\u25a0<\/strong><b><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1634\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/illust.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"689\" height=\"362\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><strong>\u201cOHIROME MARKET\u201d<\/strong><b><br \/>\n<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/and3-park.com\/lp\/ohirome-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/and3-park.com\/lp\/ohirome-market<\/a> (Japanese)<br \/>\nA hiking and trekking-related event will take place at a communication spot \u201c&amp;3 PARK\u201d which is directly connected to JR Sannomiya Station. Come and have an outdoor experience right in front of the Sannomiya Station!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><br \/>\n<\/span>Event period: November 18th (Fri.) \u2013 23rd (Wed.)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #339966;\">====================================================<strong><br \/>\nMt. Rokko and Mt. Maya Event Information<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/top\/season_event\/%25e5%25ad%25a6%25e3%2581%25b6\/18321\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mt. Rokko famous architecture visit tour<\/a> (Japanese)<\/strong><br \/>\nTour schedule: October 7th, 14th, 28th, November 4th (Fri.)<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1635\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/809dae6dcb27e7c278a961820c7f2426.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" \/><br \/>\nSource: Kobe \/ Mt. Rokko official outing site<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kobe-park.or.jp.e.abn.hp.transer.com\/shinrin\/eventlist\/\u30a8\u30b3\u30b7\u30f3\u30ac\u30fc\u77f3\u7530\u88d5\u4e4b%E3%80%80\u7d05\u8449\u30b3\u30f3\u30b5\u30fc\u30c8-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eco-activist \/ Singer Hiroyuki Ishida Autumn concert<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Date: October 29th (Sat.)<br \/>\nPlace: Kobe Municipal Arboretum<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1636\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/c83dd667afe84b73595c162697ff56b3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"268\" \/><br \/>\nSource: Kobe Municipal Arboretum<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/top\/season_event\/art\/18080\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Forest illumination ~Night Art Walk~<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nEvent period: September 23rd (Friday \/ national holiday) \u2013 November 23rd (Wednesday \/ national holiday)<br \/>\nVenue: Rokko Morinone Museum<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1637\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/a8e5ebc5cf117ad6544c39b04c6db9a8.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"282\" \/><br \/>\nSource: Kobe \/ Mt. Rokko official outing site<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/top\/season_event\/outdoor\/17218\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tree house \u201cHalloween edition\u201d<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nEvent period: September 23rd (Friday \/ national holiday) \u2013 November 23rd (Wednesday \/ national holiday)<br \/>\nVenue: Rokko Morinone Museum<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1638\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/c2a041d02cc41619a301a55b4ece3ec1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" \/><br \/>\nSource: Kobe \/ Mt. Rokko official outing site<b><\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Along with refreshing winds, the leaves on Mt. Rokko are beginning to turn red. This is autumn&#8217;s subtle way of showing us the best season for fall foliage viewing is right around the corner. 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