Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden: A Stroll Through a Sea of Flowers in the Clouds

Visiting the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden is a romantic journey from the city to nature, from the ground to the sky.
🌿 Japan's largest herb garden, featuring approximately 200 species and 75,000 plants of flowers and herbs in full bloom.
🌿 Twelve themed gardens showcase a variety of seasonal flowers and herbs throughout the year.
🌿 Experience the seasons through the paths, flower beds, and hills, indulging in the "colors" and "aromas."
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As the ropeway ascends, the cityscape of Kobe unfolds beneath your feet. After about 10 minutes, the ropeway reaches the mountaintop station at an altitude of 400 meters, where a refreshing mountain breeze mixed with the rich scents of rosemary and lavender greets you, instantly transporting you to a fragrant paradise far from the hustle and bustle.
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Stepping out from the mountaintop station, you enter the "Upper Garden." Vibrant herbs and flowers cascade down the slopes like a giant floral carpet, set against the unobstructed panoramic view of Kobe city and Osaka Bay.
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Taking the shuttle bus or strolling down the gentle slopes to the "Lower Garden" feels like traveling to medieval Europe. Windmills, rose gardens, themed flower fields, and herb greenhouses create a delicate and dreamy world.
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The garden's restaurants and shops provide the perfect conclusion to your journey. At the "Mountaintop Restaurant," savor pasta made with fresh herbs and unique herb ice cream. Before leaving, bring home a bundle of dried lavender and some herbal soaps to keep the fragrant memories alive.
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💗 Highlights and Must-Do Experiences
1.✨ Panoramic Ropeway: The ropeway itself is a moving scenic attraction.
2.✨ Dual Garden Features:
o Upper Garden: Spectacular urban and ocean views with open vistas.
o Lower Garden: Charming European-style gardens, perfect for photos and leisurely strolls.
3.✨ Seasonal Flower Displays: The park is at its most beautiful from May to July (lavender season) and October to November (autumn blooms). Tulips in spring, lavender in summer, roses and cosmos in autumn—each season offers a unique landscape.
4.✨ Herb-Themed Experiences: Herb cuisine, herb sheep interaction, and DIY herb products (reservation required).