Sorakuen

Ryan Bouslami 2 weeks ago

A beautiful small zen and typical Japanese 🇯🇵 garden. The entry costs JPY 300 as of Feb. 2024.

Josep Panadero a month ago

Splendid Japanese garden with several water falls, a lake with koi carps, and historical buildings. A perfect place for photography, or just to relax.

Bohya Kinema 3 months ago

Although only a part of the garden is under reconstruction, the traditional garden, "Sorakuen" with wedding halls is well worth visiting and enjoying at any rate. There is no shortage of locations for pre-wedding photos by professional workers. Of particular note is the pleasure boat built during the Edo period for the exclusive use of the Himeji castle lord, called "Funayakata" ! The only surviving gold-plated boat, one of the important national cultural property, has been relocated to the shore of a pond and is now permanently displayed. It may be worth visiting more than Kyoto's Kinkaku-ji Temple, where you can see things like this only here. To get to Sorakuen from the nearest subway station, you have to climb a slope, and there are ups and downs from the gate to the garden, which must be difficult for wheelchair users. There are toilet rest area and a drink vending machine. Free of charge for Hyogo prefecture residents, 300 yen for outsiders.

Eg I 3 months ago

It is autumn and many leaves have already turned red. There are a lot of locals going in and out, and many are doing photoshoot wearing yukata as the scenery was breathtaking. It was healing and calming.

David Thomas a year ago

35 years of visiting Kobe and only today found this fabulous small garden park. Located north of Sannomiya Station. About a 15 minute walk. It's gem is an amazing Japanese garden. Fall is a perfect time but also Azaleas are also popular in season. We skipped the overlooking upscale restaurant and Cafe on the property but looked very nice. A mere 300¥ entrance for a beautiful experience.