{"id":6594,"date":"2025-02-27T14:15:47","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T05:15:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/cms\/en\/?p=6594"},"modified":"2025-02-27T16:41:23","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T07:41:23","slug":"kobe-municipal-arboretum-spring-is-around-the-corner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/events\/6594\/","title":{"rendered":"Kobe Municipal Arboretum  <Br>~Spring is around the corner! ~"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6977\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0713575926_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nThis 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\u2019s incredibly cold for plants here now. Thanks to the Arboretum even in this harsh environment, you can indulge in Mt. Rokko\u2019s wonderful nature with a winter perspective. Today, we will show you around the Arboretum and share interesting and enjoyable experiences with you.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6965\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/74791.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nForest Exhibition Hall<br \/>\nKobe Municipal Arboretum is conveniently located, it\u2019s about a 25-minute drive away from downtown Kobe.<br \/>\nAfter you enter the Arboretum from the main entrance, the Forest Exhibition Hall will welcome you.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6966\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0713165438_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nThe 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.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25c7Event Information\u25c7<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>1: Botanical Art Exhibition<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kobe-park.or.jp.e.abn.hp.transer.com\/shinrin\/eventlist\/%e7%89%a7%e9%87%8e%e5%af%8c%e5%a4%aa%e9%83%8e%e5%8d%9a%e5%a3%ab%e3%81%ab%e5%9b%a0%e3%82%93%e3%81%a0%e6%a4%8d%e7%89%a9%e3%81%9f%e3%81%a1in%e6%a3%ae%e6%9e%97%e6%a4%8d%e7%89%a9%e5%9c%92\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plants in Arboretum associated with Dr. Tomitarou Makino<\/a><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6967\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0714273670_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nThere 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.<br \/>\nEvent period: until April 6th (Sun)<br \/>\nVenue: Forest exhibition hall (2nd floor)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6968\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0713192079_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\n<strong>2: Outdoor Gear Rental Service<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kobe-park.or.jp.e.abn.hp.transer.com\/shinrin\/eventlist\/%e7%a5%9e%e6%88%b8%e5%b8%82%e7%ab%8b-%e6%a3%ae%e6%9e%97%e6%a4%8d%e7%89%a9%e5%9c%92-x-%e6%a0%aa%e5%bc%8f%e4%bc%9a%e7%a4%be-%e5%a5%bd%e6%97%a5%e5%b1%b1%e8%8d%98-%e3%80%80%e3%82%a2%e3%82%a6%e3%83%88\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">We started rental service of mountain cottage outdoor gear in Kobe Municipal Arboretum \u00d7 fine day!<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6969\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0713340564_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nWhy not find your favorite spot, sit back in the chair, unwind yourself, and appreciate wild birds and the winter scenery for the time being?<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6970\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0713400650_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nAs some of the mountain paths in the Arboretum are rough, trekking poles are recommended.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Winter Tree Bud Observations<\/strong><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6971\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0714224498_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nInformation about the winter tree buds that can be found in the Arboretum, are displayed right next to the Forest Exhibition Hall. It\u2019s 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!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6972\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0714231901_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nOnigurumi (Japanese walnut)<br \/>\nOnigurumi is known as the only edible Japanese walnut.<br \/>\nThe 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.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6973\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0714181213_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nSpicebush<br \/>\nThe blooming season of spicebush is early spring (March \u2013 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.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6974\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0714130034_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nThe 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 \u201cBaikaoren (Coptis quinquefolia)\u201d will bloom this month.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Forest of International Friendship\u3011<br \/>\nThis area was made to commemorate great friendships and strong ties between Kobe and international cities.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6975\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1739599246613.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"552\" height=\"554\" \/><br \/>\nGuide map<br \/>\n&lt;Tenshin No Mori&gt;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6976\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0713562503_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nRobai (wintersweet) blossoms will be in full bloom soon.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6977\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0713575926_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nSoshin Robai<br \/>\nSoshin Robai features yellow flowers with a plum-like sweet aroma.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6991\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0714360567_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nThe 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.<\/p>\n<p>Also, Kobe Municipal Arboretum proudly offers colorful leaf night illuminations in autumn.<br \/>\n\u25bcRelated article is below;<br \/>\n<a title=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/events\/2209\/\" href=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/events\/2209\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/en\/events\/2209\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6978\" src=\"https:\/\/kobe-rokko.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/0714094164_02-25.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><br \/>\nCome and enjoy the winter scenery here at Kobe Municipal Arboretum!<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0Kobe Municipal Arboretum<\/strong><br \/>\n<a title=\"https:\/\/www.kobe-park.or.jp.e.abn.hp.transer.com\/shinrin\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kobe-park.or.jp.e.abn.hp.transer.com\/shinrin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.kobe-park.or.jp.e.abn.hp.transer.com\/shinrin\/<\/a><br \/>\nAddress: 1-2 Nagao, Yamada-cho Kamitanigami, Kita-ku, Kobe<br \/>\nTel: 078-591-0253 (Japanese)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This winter, especially this month (February) here on Mt. 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