ROKKO Mori no Oto Museum Autumn Event ROKKO Autumn & Halloween Fair Enjoy Halloween with Concerts and Gardens August 29, 2026 (Sat) - November 13, 2026 (Fri)

ROKKO Mori no Oto Museum, operated by Rokko Mountain Tourism Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Nada Ward, Kobe City, President: Akiteru Senoo), will hold the "ROKKO Autumn & Halloween Fair" from August 29, 2026 (Sat) to November 13, 2026 (Fri).

"ROKKO Autumn & Halloween Fair" Overview

This event features Halloween-themed photo spots in the natural garden "SIKI Garden ~Sound Promenade~" (hereinafter referred to as "SIKI Garden"), which utilizes the nature of Mt. Rokko, and allows visitors to enjoy music perfect for this season played on automatic musical instruments such as antique music boxes.

Additionally, starting August 29, 2026, during the event period, the contemporary art festival "Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond" and the nighttime event "Hikari no Mori ~Night Art Walk~" (details below) will be held, allowing visitors to enjoy outdoor art and the nighttime SIKI Garden.

【Dates】 August 29, 2026 (Sat) - November 13, 2026 (Fri)

【Times】

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Ticket sales end at 4:30 PM)

* "Hikari no Mori ~Night Art Walk~" will be held on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from September 19, 2026 (Sat) to November 29, 2026 (Sun) from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (ticket sales end at 7:00 PM).

Daytime Events and Highlights

(1) Concert Room

In the concert room within the Mori no Oto Hall, we will hold the "Autumn & Halloween Concert Without Musicians," where music with a mysterious and fantastical feel, such as pieces themed around fantasy like witches, will be played on automatic musical instruments like antique music boxes.

Furthermore, for the last approximately 10 minutes of the concerts marked with ★ below, we will present the "Music Box Theater Yoshitomo Nara 'The Puppy Who Wanted a Friend'." The picture book "The Puppy Who Wanted a Friend" (Pictures and text: Yoshitomo Nara, Publisher: Magazine House, First Edition: 1999) drawn by Yoshitomo Nara will be projected onto a screen, with antique music box melodies and narration added to match the scenes.

【Dates】

* Autumn & Halloween Concert Without Musicians

August 29, 2026 (Sat) - November 13, 2026 (Fri)

* Music Box Theater Yoshitomo Nara "The Puppy Who Wanted a Friend"

August 29, 2026 (Sat) - November 29, 2026 (Sun)

【Times】

Weekdays

10:00 AM - ★ / 11:00 AM - / 12:00 PM - ★ / 1:00 PM - / 2:00 PM - / 3:00 PM - / 4:00 PM - (approx. 30 minutes)

Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays

10:00 AM - ★ / 10:30 AM - / 11:00 AM - / 11:30 AM - / 12:00 PM - ★ / 12:30 PM - / 1:00 PM - / 1:30 PM - / 2:00 PM - / 2:30 PM - / 3:00 PM - / 3:30 PM - / 4:00 PM - (approx. 20 minutes)

* Concert times may be changed suddenly due to crowding from group usage.

【Example Repertoire】

* "Merry-Go-Round of Life" from the movie "Howl's Moving Castle" (Composer: Joe Hisaishi)

* "The Phantom of the Opera" from the musical "The Phantom of the Opera" (Composer: Andrew Lloyd Webber), etc.

(2) Music Box Assembly Experience, Instrument Making Experience

With the support of music box craftsmen, you can experience making your own music box by choosing your preferred tune, case, and course (General, Advanced). Instrument making experiences for castanets and tambourines will also be held at the same time. Halloween-themed decorative items (Halloween items from 330 yen each) will also be available.

【Dates】 Held daily on business days

【Meeting Time】 During this event period, as follows

【Fees】

* Music Box Assembly Experience: 3,800 yen~

* Prices vary depending on the case and course. Admission fee required separately. Decorative item costs are separate.

* Reservations are required for the Advanced Course via Jalan (by 9:00 AM the day before the experience) or by phone (078-891-1284, by 4:00 PM two days before the experience).

(3) SIKI Dome Mori no Library

At the "SIKI Dome Mori no Library," which was renovated on April 25, 2026 (Sat), you can spend a relaxing time reading books carefully selected by staff in the dome and surrounding relaxation spaces. During the period, we will also offer books perfect for autumn, including those related to Halloween, and decorate the dome with autumn motifs.

* Can be used with admission fee only.

* Bringing in food and drinks is not permitted.

【Dates】 Available daily on business days (subject to sudden maintenance)

【Times】 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM

(4) SIKI Garden ~Sound Promenade~

Autumn foliage on Mt. Rokko turns color earlier than in the city, typically reaching its peak from late October to late November. The garden, with its abundant natural trees, is enveloped in natural colors, and you can enjoy autumn flowers such as Japanese anemones. We also recommend taking photos within the garden using free rental decorations related to Halloween.

【Dates】 Free rental decorations related to Halloween: August 29, 2026 (Sat) - November 13, 2026 (Fri)

【Times】 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Nighttime Event and Highlights

Hikari no Mori ~Night Art Walk~ (ROKKO Mori no Oto Museum Area)

You can view nighttime-exclusive works from "Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond," and within the garden, which is illuminated with lanterns and other lights, you can also enjoy the "Twilight Cafe" at Mori no Cafe (*1) and the "Night Tree House."

【Venue】 ROKKO Mori no Oto Museum, Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden

【Fees】

Night Pass: Adults 2,000 yen, Children 1,000 yen

* If staying after 5:00 PM, a "Night Pass" or "Day & Night Pass" is required.

【Dates】 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from September 19, 2026 (Sat) to November 29, 2026 (Sun)

【Times】

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (ticket sales end at 7:00 PM)

* Night Pass sales and entry begin at 4:00 PM.

* Twilight Cafe: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Last order 6:30 PM). Museum shop "Toki no Ne" closes at 7:30 PM.

Recommended Menus & Products at In-Facility Shops During the Period

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【Admission Fees】

Adults (Junior High School Students and Older): 1,700 yen

Children (4 years old - Elementary School Students): 850 yen

【Business Hours】

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (ticket sales end at 4:30 PM)

* Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from September 19, 2026 (Sat) to November 29, 2026 (Sun): 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (ticket sales end at 7:00 PM)

【Closed Days】 Open daily during this event period

【Parking Fees】

Standard Cars: 1,000 yen/vehicle

* However, from September 20, 2026 (Sun) to September 22, 2026 (Tue, Holiday): 2,000 yen/vehicle

"Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond" Event Overview

This is a contemporary art festival set on Mt. Rokko in Kobe. At this facility, in addition to Yoshitomo Nara's permanent work "Peace Head" from last year, you can view numerous outdoor art pieces by artists active both domestically and internationally, such as Yayoi Kusama's "Pumpkin" currently on display as a special loan.

【Period】 August 29, 2026 (Sat) - November 29, 2026 (Sun)

【Venue】

Museum Area (ROKKO Mori no Oto Museum, Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, Shinike Pond), Rokko Cable Car (Rokko Cable Station - Lower, Rokko Cable Station - Upper), Tenrandai, Hyogo Prefectural Rokko Mountain Visitor Center (Kinenhidai), Bannosanso, Kaihatsu-san no Koya, Rokko Mountain Silence Resort (formerly Rokko Mountain Hotel), Rokko Garden Terrace Area, Rokko Shidare Observatory, Kaze no Kyokai Area

"Hikari no Mori ~Night Art Walk~" Event Overview

【Period】 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from September 19, 2026 (Sat) to November 29, 2026 (Sun)

【Venue】 ROKKO Mori no Oto Museum, Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden

* Adults = Junior high school students and older, Children = 4 years old to elementary school students, Free for ages 3 and under.

* A "Free Invitation Campaign for 2,000 Children" for ages 4-12 is currently underway. Please check the official website for details.

★ Rokko Shidare Observatory hours are 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM. From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, entry is permitted with a Day Pass or Day & Night Pass.

Entry with a Night Pass is not permitted.

【Organizer】 Rokko Mountain Tourism Co., Ltd., Hanshin Electric Railway Co., Ltd.

【Co-organizer】 Rokko Maya Tourism Promotion Council

【Special Subsidy/Sponsorship】 Kobe City, Hankyu Hanshin Holdings, Inc.

【Subsidy】 The Kobe Foundation for Arts and Culture

【Subsidy/Cooperation】 The Kobe Citizen's Cultural Promotion Foundation

* All prices include tax.

* Events without listed prices can be attended with the admission fee only.

* Prices and stock availability are subject to sudden changes.

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