# Sorakuen Garden

> A municipal Japanese garden in central Kobe, home to the relocated Hassam House and known for its azaleas.

- Prefecture: Hyogo
- Type: Garden
- Address: Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
- Admission: 300 yen
- Official site: https://sorakuen.com/

Sorakuen is a municipal Japanese garden in the Nakayamate area of central Kobe, opened to the public in 1941. The grounds include a pond-and-hill style garden and several preserved historic structures. The best known is the Hassam House, a Western-style residence built around 1902 for the Anglo-Indian trader K. Hassam and moved here from the Kitano district in 1963. A stone-built former stable and the boat-shaped roof of the Kawasaki family villa also stand in the garden. The garden is a well-known spot for azaleas in spring and coloured leaves in autumn.

## FAQ

### How do I get to Sorakuen Garden?

It is about a 5-minute walk from Kencho-mae Station on the subway Seishin-Yamate Line, or about 10 minutes on foot from Motomachi Station.

### How much is admission to Sorakuen?

Admission is 300 yen for adults and 150 yen for elementary and junior high school students.

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Source: Sorakuen Garden — Japan Voyage