Why You Should Visit
This autumn, Suma Rikyu Park transforms into a sea of vibrant colors, with over 600 Japanese maple trees at their peak. On weekends and holidays, the park stays open into the evening for the 'Suma Rikyu Lumière 2025' event, featuring illuminated fountains and glowing autumn leaves. Enjoy the vivid beauty of daytime foliage and the magical atmosphere after sunset.
Essentials
- location
- Suma Rikyu Park (1-1 Higashi Suma, Suma-ku, Kobe)
- period
- November 8, 2025 (Sat) - December 7, 2025 (Sun)
- Time
- 09:00
- cost
- Admission: Adults 400 yen, Elementary/Junior high school students 200 yen (High school students in Kobe city free) / Parking: Regular cars 500 yen, Motorcycles 100 yen
- access
- 10-minute walk from Sanyo Electric Railway 'Tsukimiyama Station' / About 10 minutes by city bus from JR 'Suma Station' / About 12 minutes by city bus from Subway 'Myohoji Station' / Right from Daini-Shinmei 'Suma IC' / About 1.2km from Hanshin Expressway 'Tsukimiyama IC'
Suma Rikyu Park
Suma Rikyu Park
A park with a European palace-like atmosphere. Features a fountain plaza and seasonal flowers. Autumn leaves are at their best from mid to late November. Annual pass (¥900) grants access to three parks including Forest Botanical Garden and Sorakuen Garden.
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Why Visit
A European-style garden in Suma Ward, Kobe. Built on the site of a former imperial villa, the park features a rose garden, fountain plaza, and observatory. Visitors can enjoy seasonal beauty with roses in spring and autumn foliage in fall. The expansive grounds include a main garden and botanical area, perfect for a full day of leisurely exploration.
Fountain Plaza
A fountain plaza with a European palace atmosphere. Beautiful photo spot with contrasting roses and autumn colors.
Seasonal Nature
Roses in spring, hydrangeas in early summer, and autumn foliage. Peak autumn colors from mid to late November.
Great Value Annual Pass
¥900 for access to three parks: Suma Rikyu, Forest Botanical Garden, and Sorakuen. Pays for itself in just 3 visits. Credit cards accepted.
Photography Guide
✨ Best Shots
- • Photograph seasonal flowers and foliage with the fountain plaza as backdrop
- • View of Kobe city and sea from the observatory
- • Colorful roses in the rose garden (spring and autumn)
🌅 Best Timing
- • Best for roses: Mid-May to June, mid-October to early November
- • Best for autumn foliage: Mid to late November
- • Weekdays are relatively less crowded, ideal for photography
💡 Park closes at 5 PM. For extensive photography, morning or early afternoon visits recommended. Peak seasons vary by weather; check official website for latest information.
Essentials
- Opening Hours
- 9:00-17:00 (Entry until 16:30)
Closed: Thursdays (or following day if national holiday) - cost
- Adults ¥400, Children (Elementary/Junior High) ¥200
Annual Pass 'Shiki Tricolor Card': Adults ¥900, Children ¥450 (Valid for 3 parks: Suma Rikyu, Forest Botanical Garden, Sorakuen Garden. Valid for 1 year from purchase)
Credit cards accepted - Best Time
- Spring roses (May-June) and autumn roses with foliage (October-November) are highly recommended. Weekdays are relatively less crowded.
- Suggested Duration
- About 1h 30m
- Access
- About 10 minutes walk from JR Suma Kaihin Koen Station. Also accessible from Sanyo Railway Tsukimiyama Station, but JR is more economical.
- Accessibility
- Gentle uphill walk from station. Park has slopes and stairs; comfortable shoes recommended.