Why You Should Visit
【Final Year to See the Old Hunter House at Night!】The beloved annual night cherry blossom event at Oji Zoo. This year marks the very last opportunity to view the historic Old Hunter House during the night cherry blossom walk — don't miss it. Around 100 cherry trees are lit up along a special 350-meter viewing path (approx. 20 minutes to walk), open free of charge. Experience the magical beauty of nighttime sakura, so different from daytime viewing.
Essentials
- location
- Oji Zoo, Special Viewing Path (approx. 350m)
- period
- April 3, 2026 (Fri) - April 5, 2026 (Sun)
- Time
- 18:00–20:30
- cost
- Free (cherry blossom donation appreciated)
- access
- 3 min walk west from Hankyu Ojikoen Station, 5 min walk north from JR Nada Station, 10 min walk north from Hanshin Iwaya Station. Kobe City Bus 92 to Oji Zoo stop.
- NOTE
- Animal viewing not available. One-way route (south to north only). No food, drink, or alcohol. No pets. Parking closes for entry at 16:00 (no parking during the night event). Amusement park tickets sold until 20:00, closes at 20:30. No entry to Old Hunter House grounds.
FAQ
Is there an admission fee?
Entry is free during the night cherry blossom hours (18:00–20:30). Donations toward cherry tree conservation are appreciated. Daytime entry to the zoo is paid.
Can I see the animals?
Animal viewing is not available during the night cherry blossom event. Only the special sakura viewing path is open.
Can I view the Old Hunter House?
You cannot enter the Old Hunter House grounds during the event, but it can be viewed from outside. Please note that this year marks the final opportunity to see the Old Hunter House during the night cherry blossom walk.
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