The collaboration of animals and cherry blossoms can be seen only here! Kobe, Japan

At “Kobe Oji Zoo” in Nada-ku, Kobe City, “cherry blossoms” are usually at their best from late March to early April.

© Kobe Tourism Bureau

The zoo is known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Kobe City, and every spring, approximately 480 Someiyoshino cherry trees bloom, creating a “cherry blossom tunnel! Every spring, approximately 480 Someiyoshino cherry trees bloom, creating a “tunnel of cherry blossoms” that paints the park with the colors of spring.

© Kobe Convention & Visitors Bureau Photo courtesy of Kobe Oji Zoo

Animals kept outdoors, such as Asian elephants, California sea lions, and flamingos, are especially popular as they can be photographed with beautiful cherry blossoms.

Photo courtesy of Kobe Oji Zoo

Only at a zoo can you enjoy the competition between animals and cherry blossoms! It is sure to be an enjoyable outing for both adults and children in the spring weather.

＜A word from the reporter:
It is only at a zoo that you can enjoy the animals and the cherry blossoms together! It is the perfect place for a spring outing.

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Best time to see the cherry blossoms

Late March – early April

Place

Kobe Oji Zoo
(3-1 Oji-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe)
Find it on GoogleMaps

Hours

9:00-17:00

• Kobe Oji Zoo official website https://www.kobe-ojizoo.jp/