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Sorakuen Garden

How To Reach Sorakuen Garden

Getting to Sorakuen Garden in Kobe, Japan

Sorakuen Garden is a traditional Japanese landscape garden located in the heart of Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. To visit this serene oasis amidst the bustling city, you can follow these directions depending on your mode of travel:

By Train:

  • Take the JR Tokaido/Sanyo Main Line to Motomachi Station.
  • From there, it's about a 15-minute walk to Sorakuen Garden.

By Subway:

  • Take the Seishin-Yamate Line to Kencho-Mae Station.
  • The garden is a 10-minute walk from the station.

By Bus:

  • City Loop Bus: You can also take the Kobe City Loop Bus and alight at the Kobe City Museum stop.
  • From there, the garden is just a 3-minute walk away.

By Car:

  • If you're driving, you can navigate to the garden using the following address for GPS directions:
5 Chome-3-1 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0004, Japan

Keep in mind that parking may be limited, so public transport is often recommended.

Taxi:

  • Taking a taxi directly to Sorakuen Garden can be a convenient option if you are not familiar with the local transportation system.

For visitors coming from outside the city, the nearest airport is Kobe Airport (UKB). From there, you can take a train or bus into the city and then follow the above directions to reach Sorakuen Garden.

Operating Hours and Admission:

Before you visit, check the latest operating hours and admission fees as they may change seasonally or due to special events.

Enjoy your visit to the serene and picturesque Sorakuen Garden!

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