Hattori Ryokuchi Urban Greening Botanical Garden

In short

A botanical garden located in the southeastern part of Hattori Ryokuchi Park, established in 1983 (Showa 58) to coincide with the 1st National Urban Greenery Fair, with the purpose of promoting and raising awareness of urban greening. Covering an area of 6.0 hectares, it has Camellia Hill, a herb garden, the Four Seasons Garden, a lawn square, and streams and ponds outdoors, while inside the buildings are a greenhouse, an exhibition studio, and more, accessible throughout the year.

• ​Camellias of Camellia Hill​​: Many varieties of camellias are planted here. Around mid-February, many camellias native to Japan bloom, followed by the peak season for Western camellia varieties. The greenhouse also features a Camellia Room where Western camellias can be viewed
• ​Flower and Greenery Information Center​​: A 1983 building designed by Taki Mitsuo. Built across a ground elevation difference of nearly 5 meters, it accommodates the greenhouse within that space. The center also provides consultations regarding flowers and greenery
• ​Volunteer-Led Garden Tours​​: The volunteer group "Kono Yubi Takare" accepts registrations at the camphor tree deck at the edge of the lawn square and provides guided tours of the garden tailored to the season and the interests of the participants

History and Highlights

​Hattori Ryokuchi Urban Greening Botanical Garden​ is a botanical garden located in the southeastern part of Hattori Ryokuchi Park. It was established in 1983 to coincide with the 1st National Urban Greenery Fair, with the purpose of promoting and raising awareness of urban greening. Covering an area of 6.0 hectares, it is maintained as a green space with beautiful scenery rich in seasonal changes, and events, exhibitions, and workshops are also held here.

Outdoors, there are Camellia Hill, a herb garden, the Four Seasons Garden, and a lawn square, as well as streams and ponds. Inside the buildings, visitors can enjoy a greenhouse featuring plants found in warm regions, as well as an exhibition studio, accessible throughout the year.

The "Flower and Greenery Information Center" equipped with the greenhouse is a 1983 building designed by Taki Mitsuo. Built across a ground elevation difference of nearly 5 meters, it accommodates the greenhouse within that space. Coexistence with nature—such as the topography, plants, water, and park landscape—is skillfully presented through modern design. The center also provides consultations regarding flowers and greenery.

Viewing and Experience Highlights

• ​Camellias of Camellia Hill​​: Many varieties of camellias are planted on Camellia Hill. Around mid-February, many camellias native to Japan bloom, followed by the peak season for Western camellia varieties that produce large, gorgeous flowers. The greenhouse also features a Camellia Room where Western camellias can be viewed.
• ​Lawn Square and Stream​​: In the center of the lawn square is a camphor tree deck. Benches and tables are placed throughout the garden, allowing visitors to spend a relaxing time listening to the sound of flowing streams and the chirping of small birds.
• ​Volunteer-Led Garden Tours​​: The volunteer group "Kono Yubi Takare" provides guided tours of the garden, accepting registrations at the camphor tree deck at the edge of the lawn square. They select tour spots tailored to the season and the interests of the participants. Advance registration is required when participating as a group.

Walking Tips

It is about a 10-minute walk from Ryokuchi-koen Station on the Kita-Osaka Kyuko Line. Enter through the East Gate and walk straight ahead to find the reception desk. Bringing pets such as dogs and cats into the garden is not permitted, and playing with balls is not allowed. Located about 1 kilometer to the north-northwest is the Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farm Houses, which can be visited together. For information on the whole of Hattori Ryokuchi Park, please refer to the guide for Hattori Ryokuchi Park.