Nepenthes Pitcher Plant Exhibition at Suma Rikyu Park 2026

Nepenthes Pitcher Plant Exhibition at Suma Rikyu Park 2026

Observation Greenhouse, Botanical Garden Area, Suma Rikyu Park

location
Observation Greenhouse, Botanical Garden Area, Suma Rikyu Park
period
July 17, 2026 (Fri) - September 2, 2026 (Wed)
Time
9:00〜16:45(最終日は16:30まで)
cost
Included in Suma Rikyu Park's regular admission (¥400 adults / ¥200 elementary and junior high students). No extra fee for the exhibition is listed on the official site.
access
About a 10-minute walk from JR Suma-Kaihinkoen Station. Also accessible from Sanyo Railway Tsukimiyama Station (JR is the cheaper option). By car, use the park's own car park (unavailable on closed days).

Why You Should Visit

A summer exhibition of Nepenthes pitcher plants at the observation greenhouse in Suma Rikyu Park. See how these carnivorous plants trap insects in their pouch-shaped leaves, with pouches varying in shape, color and size by variety. Since it's an indoor greenhouse display, it works well on hot or rainy days too, and makes a fun summer-holiday nature topic for kids.

Essentials

There are 4 public restrooms within a 8-minute walk of Observation Greenhouse, Botanical Garden Area, Suma Rikyu Park. The map shows each with its walking time.

Facility data comes from OpenStreetMap. It does not include opening hours, fees or availability.

NOTE

Exhibition

  • A wide range of Nepenthes (pitcher plant) varieties on display
  • See how the pouch-shaped organ at the leaf tip traps insects to supplement nutrients
  • Pouch shape, color and size vary by variety

Venue

  • Inside the Observation Greenhouse, Botanical Garden Area

Closed days

  • Every Thursday (open if it falls on a public holiday)

* Details are subject to change. Check the official site for the latest information.

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FAQ

Is there an extra fee on top of park admission?
It's included in the park's regular admission (¥400 adults / ¥200 elementary and junior high students). The official site lists no additional fee.
Can I enjoy it on a rainy day?
Yes — it's displayed inside the observation greenhouse, so you can view it even in the rain. You may still get a little wet moving around the park grounds.
Is it good for families with kids?
The insect-trapping mechanism is visually easy to understand, making it a good summer-holiday nature topic for kids. The greenhouse has some narrow walkways, so folding a stroller is recommended.
When is the park closed?
The park is closed every Thursday (open if it falls on a public holiday). Opening hours are 9:00–16:45 (until 16:30 on the last day only).

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