Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden: Giant Himalayan Lily About to Bloom!
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- Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden: Giant Himalayan Lily About to Bloom!
- The Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden is about to witness the blooming of the giant Himalayan Lily. This plant, native to altitudes of 2500-3500m, grows over 3m tall and produces fragrant white flowers. It's a rare species that takes 8 years to bloom from seed, with four plants currently growing and expected to be enjoyed until late June.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 11, 2026
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The Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden is about to witness the blooming of the giant Himalayan Lily. This plant, native to altitudes of 2500-3500m, grows over 3m tall and produces fragrant white flowers. It's a rare species that takes 8 years to bloom from seed, with four plants currently growing and expected to be enjoyed until late June.
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- Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden: Giant Himalayan Lily About to Bloom! (June 11, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 11, 2026
The Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden is about to witness the blooming of the giant Himalayan Lily. This plant, native to altitudes of 2500-3500m, grows over 3m tall and produces fragrant white flowers. It's a rare species that takes 8 years to bloom from seed, with four plants currently growing and expected to be enjoyed until late June.
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The Himalayan Lily first successfully bloomed at our garden in 2020. This year marks the 6th time the species has bloomed at the Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden, excluding 2022. This year, four plants are growing and are expected to be enjoyed until late June after blooming.
◆ Himalayan Lily (Liliaceae Family)
This is a giant bulbous plant native to the Himalayas and China at altitudes of 2500-3500m, reaching heights of over 3 meters. It bears 8-15 fragrant white flowers that bloom slightly downwards. Once a bulb blooms, it will no longer flower, and propagation occurs by growing offshoots or sowing seeds that have borne fruit. According to Mr. Kazuo Mori, an advisor at our garden, "It takes 8 years from seed to bloom, and growth is slow, so it is rarely cultivated in Japan and is quite unusual."
■ Event Information: "Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden x Rekisei / Hanabiyori"
We will be holding an exhibition of the 72 seasonal divisions (Jyunishi-ko) calendar and flower colors, as well as a flower-collecting stamp rally. Enjoy a time of appreciating and cherishing the four seasons alongside the flowers of alpine plants from the Alps, Himalayas, and Japan.
[Event Dates]: Open until Sunday, July 12th
[Time]: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Ticket sales end at 4:30 PM)
[Participation Fee]: Free (Separate admission fee required)
◆ Business Overview
[Opening Period]: Open until Sunday, November 29th *Closed days apply. Please check the website.
[Opening Hours]: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Ticket sales end at 4:30 PM)
[Admission Fee]: Adults (Junior High School students and older) ¥900 / Children (4 years old - Elementary School students) ¥450
[Parking Fee]: ¥1,000
*Business hours and event details may be changed or canceled due to severe weather.
Rokko Mountain Portal Site: https://www.rokkosan.com/
Release: https://www.hankyu-hanshin.co.jp/release/2026/06/3327be8cbb73bdf38d682af584a05f23ce013cc3.pdf
Issued by: Hankyu Hanshin Holdings, Inc.
1-16-1 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka City
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FAQ
When is the best time to see the Himalayan Lily?
It can be enjoyed until late June after blooming. Please check the official website for the latest blooming status.
How can I access the Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden?
By public transport, take Kobe City Bus route 37 towards 'Shizen-no-mori' from 'Mikage' Station (Hankyu/JR/Hanshin) or 'Rokkomichi' Station (JR) or 'Rokko' Station (Hankyu), and alight at the 'Takayama Shokubutsuen' bus stop.
What is the 'Rokko High Mountain Botanical Garden x Rekisei / Hanabiyori' event about?
It features an exhibition of the 72 seasonal divisions calendar and flower colors, along with a flower-collecting stamp rally. Admission is free (separate entrance fee required).
What is the admission fee?
Adults (junior high school students and older) are ¥900, and children (4 years old to elementary school students) are ¥450. Group discounts are also available.
Why is the Himalayan Lily considered rare?
It is considered a very rare plant because it grows slowly, taking 8 years from seed to bloom, and few places cultivate it.