Nestled on the slopes of Mount Rokkō in Kobe, the Nunobiki Herb Garden is Japan’s largest herb garden, showcasing approximately 75,000 herbs and flowers across 12 themed gardens. Accessible via the Shin-Kobe Ropeway, visitors are treated to panoramic views of Kobe city, the harbor, and the surrounding mountains during the ascent .

The Nunobiki Herb Garden offers much more than just herbs. Alongside a fragrant indoor garden filled with blooming flowers, there’s also a gift shop where you can purchase fresh, locally sourced spices and herbs grown right in the garden.

The Nunobiki Herb Garden is a perfect date spot, with an outdoor foot bath, a classy restaurant, a waterfall, a pleasant stroll through the park, hammocks to relax on and beautiful night time views of the city, it’s not hard to see why so many locals choose to go here on a date.

You can reach the top of Nunobiki Herb Garden by taking a scenic gondola (ropeway) that runs up the mountainside to the observation deck and gift shop area. Please note that the ropeway may temporarily stop during high winds.

Along the ride, you’ll get a view of the famous 43-meter-tall Nunobiki Waterfall.

If you prefer a more active route, you can hike to the top. The trail takes about 30–45 minutes for the average person. However, be aware that wild boars have been spotted in the area, so use caution if choosing to walk.

Atlernatively, you can walk up the side of the mountain, which should take the average person about 30-45 minutes from the base to the top observation deck. Please be advised though, Wild Boar have been spotted in the area, so please use caution if you decide to climb the mountain.

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Hours and Admission

Nunobiki Herb Garden
Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm (8:30pm on weekends, and between July 20th and August 31st)
200JPY (If you don't have a ticket for the ropeway)
Average Time Spent:
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Accessing Nunobiki Herb Garden

The Nunoniki Herb Garden is located north of Shin-kobe station, with the entrance to the gondola only being a 5 minute walk from the station exit.

The gondola takes about 20 minutes all up from Shin-Kobe Station, to the Nonobiki Herb Garden, spanning across two stations.

You can also walk up the mountain if you are in the mood for exercise, but that will take significantly longer than riding on the Nunobiki Herb Garden Ropeway.

There are many train lines that go to Shin-Kobe Station, so you can get to the station easily from almost anywhere in Kansai.