Kobe Bunyin Herb Garden's "Old Castle Christmas" lighting upgrade! 7-meter "Christmas Tower" and 25-meter "Forest Christmas Tree" lighting on 11/8 (Sat) ｜Kobe Christmas Market 2025 Full Guide

Located on a hill with an elevation of about 400 meters.Kobe Buin Herb Garden (Kobe Buin Hub Garden)This year, we are launching a new program called "TheBotanical Christmas (Botanical Christmas)Winter Lighting Event with the Theme of "-Kobe Christmas Market 2025 (神戶耶誕市集 2025)The garden's hand-crafted decorations of natural materials have been well received. The garden's hand-crafted decorations made from natural materials have been well received, and a symbolic installation will be added in 2025."christmas tower"Upgraded from 6 meters7 meters.and inNovember 8 (Sat)A grand lighting ceremony was held. On the same day, the park's symbolic"forest christmas tree"(High)25 meters.The event will also be synchronized with the lighting of the lights, creating the most fantastic photo scene on a winter's night. During the event period (11/8 to 12/25) theFridays, Saturdays, Sundays and National Holidays與12/15 (Mon) ~ 12/25 (Thu)All Day PlusSpecial nighttime operationThe most romantic Christmas atmosphere in Kobe is waiting for you on the mountain.

Event Highlights｜Two Must-Shoot Landmarks in One Collection

7-meter "Christmas Tower": No.1 popular spot to visit

by "the power of natureThe concept of "The" is to select theGerman SpruceA variety of fruits and gardensPruningHandcrafted, sizes upgraded to7mIt's more imposing.
Light the lamp.: 16:00
Location：Prospect Plaza (Prospect Plaza)

The 25-meter Forest Christmas Tree: A Symbol of Kobe's Winter Nights

With the park's high25m的Metasequoia (Metasequoia)Hanging up about1,600 particlesThe light bulbs, together with the surrounding trees, create a forest light corridor.
Light the lamp.: 16:30
Location: Inside the Herb GardenLavender Garden Hill Side(from)Peak Station往Garden(About 5 minutes walk)

11/8 (Sat) Lighting Ceremony Schedule

Christmas Tower: Contracts17:20
Forest Christmas Tree: Contracts17:45
*Time may be adjusted according to weather conditions

Suggested Routes for Winter Night Walks in the Park

Classic photo route (about 60-90 minutes)

Prospect Square AuctionChristmas Tower → Go toForest Christmas Tree → alongCorridor of Lightwalk toGlass House → VisitingThe Veranda Kobe (ザ・ヴェランダ Kobe)A limited area at night, ending with a terrace overlooking the night view of Kobe.

Guide to Lighting Areas and Fixtures

Corridor of Light

自Family Vegetable Garden PotagerThe bottom leads toGlass Greenhouse約150mThe walkway is transformed into a corridor of shining light.
Light the lamp.: 16:00

Sequoia Light Show

Giant sequoias are rendered in a golden halo and are found in theBelow the Outlook Plaza、Forest around Christmas tree、Oriental GardenBeside.
Light the lamp.: 16:00
Viewing Period：Mid-November to early December(depending on the actual color change)

The VERANDA Christmas (The VERANDA Kobe)

The four glass domes are open for a limited time at night, and containglasshouse、"House of Herb Exhibition Space、courtyardThe Christmas-themed light environment was set up with the balcony.

Nightly Dining & Limited Menu

Veranda 1F Terrace (Glasshouses 1F)

Time: 10:30-16:30/nighttime(Open on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 12/15 to 12/25)20:00The evening menu is available after 16:30.

Recommendation：
・Special Creamy Stew ¥900 (rich and smooth with large chicken meatballs)
・Special Mulled Wine (Grilled Wine) ¥850 (Pfalz, Germany, spice-sweetness balance)
・Seasonal Special Shawalan ¥1,400 (Nov.: Jumbo & Sunny Rose / Dec.: Pear)
・Rose Petal Blend Herbal Tea ¥650,caffeine ¥650,orange juice ¥600

Interior Decoration

Sparkling Christmas in the Christmas Garden

Made of wooden stars withPint of Red (ポインセチア)、Christmas Red (Princesse Chia)、Cyclamen (シクラメン)The indoor punch wall of the arrangement.
Location：Glass greenhouse 1F entrance

Vanilla House "Natural Christmas

Decorate your living space in a warm wooden Christmas style.
Location：Glass Greenhouse 1F Vanilla House

Christmas in the Atrium / Greenhouse

The small atrium is lit up with string lights, and the windows look out onto the entrance to the Christmas Garden and the House of Herbs in warm colors;glasshouseInside, a canopy of lights creates a dreamy atmosphere.

"Statue of Love" and resting place in the museum

symbolizeEmotional LinksThe statue is decorated with lights to create a romantic setting. There is also a warm sitting area with drinks in hand.
Location：Glass greenhouses (greenhouses)、Greenhouse 2F、spice workshop

Event Operation Information (Must Bookmark)

Event period and nighttime operation

2025/11/8 (Sat) ~ 12/25 (Thu)
Special nighttime operation: During the eventFriday, Saturday, Sunday, Holiday與12/15 (Mon) ~ 12/25 (Thu)whole day
Cable car (ropeway)：
・General Business First up train 9:30 / last 16:45 (last down train 17:15)
・Night time operation Last up train 20:15 (last down train 21:00)

Ticket (Cable Car Round Trip + Herb Garden Entrance)

title of respect toward superiors ¥2,800/-children ¥1,400 *MetalChristmas Special Fares

Transportation and Park Information

transportation:: FromShin-Kobe Station（Approximate distance on foot (Shinkansen/Kobe City Subway)Five minutes.Arrive at the Foothill Station of the cable car and take a ride of approximately10 minutes.Aerial walks lead straight up the hill.
Campus Size: Four Seasons200 types、75,000 plantsFlowers and plants welcome guests; there are restaurants, cafes, terraces, picnics, loungers and other relaxing facilities.

Official information and downloads

Details：Kobe Christmas Market Special Page
Official Instagram：@kobe_nunobiki_herb_gardens
Event Catalog：Online E-Book

Kobe Bunyin Herb Garden / Cable Car (Kobe Bunyin Herb Garden / Lopuwai)

location1-4-3 Kitano-machi, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo, Japan
consult: TEL 078-271-1160
Official Website：https://www.kobeherb.com/

Thoughtful Reminders

Nighttime temperatures in the mountains are low, so we recommend bringing a warm jacket and gloves.
Please follow the staff's instructions to queue up at popular spots and leave as soon as you have finished taking pictures, so as to be courteous to others.
・The cable car and lightings may be adjusted in case of rain or strong winds, so please check the official website for the latest announcement before departure.