{"id":1832,"date":"2023-03-21T12:14:30","date_gmt":"2023-03-21T03:14:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/cms\/en\/?p=1832"},"modified":"2023-03-26T16:56:11","modified_gmt":"2023-03-26T07:56:11","slug":"mt-rokko-botanical-fair-lets-meet-the-father-of-japans-botany-dr-makino","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/events\/1832\/","title":{"rendered":"Mt. Rokko Botanical Fair ~Let\u2019s meet the father of Japan\u2019s botany \u201cDr. Makino\u201d ~"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nSpring seems to be just around the corner in Kobe since it\u2019s getting increasingly warmer as the days go by and various plants are ready to sprout.
\nAhead of the spring season, Mt. Rokko Botanical Fair has been jointly taking place at ROKKO MORINONE Museum and Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden.
\nThe fair exclusively introduces the great achievements and works of a pioneer Japanese botanist, Dr. Tomitaro Makino, who was linked to Kobe. He is also known as the \u201cFather of Japanese Botany\u201d. Why not visit Mt. Rokko and enjoy learning about the charm of plants through the fair?<\/p>\n

\u25a0ROKKO MORINONE Museum
\nRokko Botanical Fair<\/strong>
\n\u3010Tomitaro Makino\u2019s Michikusa (detour life) ~ Music, Japanese calligraphy, and interaction with people~\u3011<\/strong>
\nhttps:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/top\/season_event\/art\/19242\/<\/a> (Japanese)
\nPeriod: March 18th (Sat.) \u2013 July 2nd (Sun.)
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\nSource: Kobe \/ Mt. Rokko official outing site<\/p>\n

\u25c7Music concert with a pleasant aroma performed by automatic instruments\u25c7
\nSit back, relax, and indulge in a variety of songs related to flowers, plants, and Dr. Makino; played by automatic instruments with a pleasant aroma that spreads throughout the concert place.
\nhttps:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/top\/season_event\/%e5%ad%a6%e3%81%b6\/18897\/?lang=en<\/a>
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\nThe instrument, which is introduced by the staff member, is different in each concert.<\/p>\n

\u25c7Michikusa Stamp Collecting\u25c7
\n\"\"
\nThree stamp spots are installed in the property.
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\nSpecial exhibitions, which describe Dr. Makino\u2019s achievements including his personality, can be seen here and there in the venue.\"\"
\nLet\u2019s have fun and collect all three stamps while wandering around the venue and experiencing Dr. Makino\u2019s world.\"\"
\nPlease be sure to check out the tiny yet beautiful plants in the SIKI Garden and feel the arrival of spring!<\/p>\n

\u25c7Limited-time Menu\u25c7
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\nMori-no CAF\u00c9
\nGarden Burger 1,450 yen
\nRelish their signature hamburger! 2 Juicy patties, a slice of mozzarella cheese, fresh tomato and lettuce are
\nsandwiched in-between two savory buns made with oregano. It\u2019s very filling!<\/p>\n

\u25a0Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden
\n<\/strong>Mt. Rokko Botanical Fair
\n<\/strong>90th anniversary of the opening of the botanical garden
\n<\/strong>\u3010<\/strong>Dr. Makino\u2019s track record ~Finding the doctor and plants in Kobe~<\/strong>\u3011<\/strong>https:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/top\/season_event\/art\/19024\/?lang=en<\/a>
\nPeriod: March 18th (Sat.) \u2013 July 2nd (Sun.)
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\nSource: Kobe \/ Mt. Rokko official outing site<\/p>\n

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\nDr. Makino had visited the Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden for more than 25 years since its grand opening. You will know more about his personal aspects that didn\u2019t usually show from the exhibits.
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\nToward the exhibition venue (the film hall).<\/p>\n

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\nThe photos, Japanese calligraphy works, letters, videos, etc. The valuable records linked to Dr. Makino\u2019s journey in Kobe are displayed.
\n\u25c7Walk with Dr. Makino! Stamp Collecting Game\u25c7
\n\"\"
\nStroll around the park and find 8 plants!<\/p>\n

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\nDuring the game, the picture and explanation of each plant will entertain you.\"\"
\nIt\u2019s the perfect season to see Coptis quinquefolia, loved by Dr. Makino.
\n\"\"
\nExperience the attractiveness of the plants in the garden while enjoying the stamp collecting game!<\/p>\n

\u25a0Botanical Fair Special Ticket (limited design)\"\"
\nFirst come, first served! Special admission tickets with a newly designed picture of Dr. Makino are now on sale.
\nPrice: 1,900 yen (adult: older than middle school student\u2019s age) 950 yen (child: older than 4 years old)
\nPlace to purchase: Ticket counters at ROKKO MORINONE Museum and Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden. (*available until 3:30 pm)<\/p>\n

Facility Information
\nROKKO MORINONE Museum<\/strong>
\nhttps:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/museum\/?lang=en<\/a>
\n4512-145 Kitarokko Rokko-cho Nada-ku Kobe
\n078-891-1284<\/p>\n

Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden
\n<\/strong>https:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/hana\/?lang=en<\/a>
\n4512-145 Kitarokko Rokko-cho Nada-ku Kobe
\n078-891-1284<\/p>\n

\u25a0Information\u25a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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ROKKO MEETS ART (Art Walk) 2023\u300cbeyond\u300dwill be held!
\n\u3010Event period\u3011August 26th (Sat.) \u2013 November 23rd (Thu. \/ national holiday)
\nArt pieces associated with landscapes, nature, culture, or facilities in the Mt. Rokko area are openly offered to general public participants. (until May 5th (Sun.))
\nDetailed information\u2193
\nhttps:\/\/www.rokkosan.com\/art2022\/news\/8023\/?lang=en<\/a>
\nRelated article\u2193
\nhttps:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/events\/1586\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Mt. Rokko & Mt. Maya Event Information<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0Shidare Museum<\/a>
\nPeriod: until January 8th (Mon. \/ national holiday)
\nVenue: Rokko-Shidare Observatory
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\nSource: ROKKO GARDEN TERRACE<\/p>\n

\u25a0Arboretum stroll tour<\/a>
\nPeriod: until April 9th (held on Sundays and national holiday)
\nVenue: Kobe Municipal Arboretum
\n\"\"
\nSource: Kobe Municipal Arboretum<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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