Kobe Illuminage

Why You Should Visit

One of Japan's largest illumination events featuring light tunnels, laser shows, and special 15th anniversary attractions in a magical winter wonderland

Essentials

location: Kobe Fruit & Flower Park Osawa (Roadside Station)
period: October 20, 2025 (Mon) - February 1, 2026 (Sun)
Time: 17:00-22:00
cost: Adults (Junior high and above): ¥2,000
access: 15 min taxi from Okaba Station (Kobe Electric Railway) | 15 min taxi from Sanda Station (JR) | 35 min by Shinki Bus (Route 38) from Sannomiya Station (JR); View on Map

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Kobe Fruit & Flower Park Ozo

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About the Venue

Kobe Fruit & Flower Park Ozo

A beautiful theme park themed around medieval Europe featuring flowers and fruits. Enjoy seasonal flowers, fruit picking, hot springs, and an amusement park - a perfect full-day destination for families. From October to February, the spectacular 'Kobe Illuminage' featuring over 5 million lights is held.

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Why Visit

In the lush greenery of northern Kobe's Ozo area, a European countryside landscape emerges. This comprehensive resort facility offers seasonal flowers, fresh fruit picking, and hot springs - a pride of Kobe. In winter, over 5 million LED lights create a magical illumination display throughout the park.

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Seasonal Flower Gardens

Enjoy beautiful flowers year-round, from spring tulips to autumn cosmos

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Fruit Picking Experience

Experience seasonal fruit picking including peaches, grapes, and apples from late July to late October

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Held from late October to early February. One of Western Japan's largest illumination displays featuring over 5 million LED lights

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Natural Hot Springs

Natural hot spring facilities 'Kinsenka no Yu' to relax after a day of activities

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Amusement Park Area

Attractions like ferris wheel and go-karts for all ages

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Photography Guide

✨ Best Shots

• European-style buildings with flower gardens
• Panoramic views of Rokko Mountains from the ferris wheel
• Memorial photos in seasonal flower fields
• Harvest scenes during fruit picking
• Winter special: Night views of 5 million illumination lights (late Oct-early Feb)

🌅 Best Timing

• Spring (Mar-May): Tulips and roses in full bloom
• Summer (Jul-Aug): Sunflowers and peak fruit picking season
• Autumn (Sep-Nov): Cosmos flowers and autumn foliage contrast
• Winter (late Oct-early Feb): Night photography during Kobe Illuminage
• Morning: Fresh flowers and better lighting conditions

💡 Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this large facility. Check the official website in advance for bloom schedules and harvest seasons as attractions vary by season. A tripod is useful for night photography during the Illuminage period (late Oct-early Feb).

Essentials

Opening Hours: Varies by facility. Park (flower gardens): 9:00-17:00, Fruit picking: 10:00-16:00 (reception until 15:00). Illuminage period (Oct 24-Feb 1): 17:00-22:00 (lights on 17:30-21:30). Check official website for details.
cost: Free admission (separate fees for fruit picking, hot springs, amusement rides, Kobe Illuminage, etc.)
Suggested Duration: About 4 hours
Access: 15 minutes by taxi from Kobe Electric Railway 'Okaba Station' or JR 'Sanda Station'. 35 minutes by Shinki Bus (Route 38) from JR 'Sannomiya Station'. Immediately after Rokko-Kita Toll Road 'Ozo IC'. Free parking available (approx. 1,000 spaces).
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible throughout the park. Barrier-free restrooms available. Stroller rentals provided.

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