Why You Should Visit
Forest of Illuminations is a magical light event held at Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens. As night falls, the garden is illuminated with beautiful lighting displays that transform the forest into a dreamy atmosphere. Visitors can also enjoy stunning night views of Kobe from the observation areas.
Essentials
- location
- Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens & Ropeway
- period
- March 14, 2026 (Sat) - July 5, 2026 (Sun)
- Time
- 17:00 – 21:00
- cost
- Ropeway ticket required for entry
- access
- Shin-Kobe Station (Shinkansen/Subway) → 5 min walk → Ropeway 10 min
Runs every 30 sec (no timetable needed)
Ropeway hours (first car 9:30)
Spring (Mar 20–Jul 19) / Autumn (Sep 1–Nov 30)
Weekdays: last up 16:45 / last down 17:15
Weekends & holidays: last up 20:15 / last down 21:00
Summer (Jul 20–Aug 31): last up 20:15 / last down 21:00
Winter (Dec 1–Mar 19): last up 16:45 / last down 17:15
*May suspend in strong winds or lightning
FAQ
When is Forest of Illuminations held?
The illumination event runs from March 14 to July 5, mainly on weekends and special operation days.
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