Isn’t it amazing how a single building can house thousands of plant species? Right here stands \u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928. It is an indoor botanical garden. It is located in Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park in Osaka.
\u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928 is not just any botanical garden. It is one of Japan’s largest. The greenhouse is also Japan’s biggest spanning 6890 square meters.
The construction of \u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928 began in June 1987. The building was completed in March 1989. The garden opened in 1990. It was part of the International Garden and Greenery Exposition.
The exterior design is striking. About 5000 glass panels create a unique look. The design is meant to evoke a floating water lily. This ties into the surrounding marshland landscape.
Inside \u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928. You will find diverse zones. These zones display plants from different climates. There are tropical rainforest plants. You can also see alpine and polar vegetation.
\u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928 cultivates about 15000 plants. They represent 5500 species. The high mountain plant room has blue poppies. They are among the garden’s biggest attractions. Staff offer flower tours three times daily. They provide explanations as they guide you.
The \u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928 is more than a display. It hosts exhibitions and concerts. There is also a flower hall for events.
There are fees to enter \u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928. Adults pay 500 yen. Middle school students and younger children enter for free. There are discounts for disabled people and senior citizens. The garden is closed Mondays. It is also closed during the New Year holidays.
The name \u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928 has a poetic origin. It comes from an ancient poem. The poem is from the “Kokin Wakashu” anthology. The name was chosen through a public contest.
\u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928 offers barrier-free access. There are also baby care facilities. Parking is available at the park’s central parking lots.
The nearest station is Tsurumi Ryokuchi Station. It is on the Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi Ryokuchi Line. From there it is a 10-minute walk.
The \u54b2\u304f\u3084\u3053\u306e\u82b1\u9928 is truly a place where you can experience the world’s flora. It is all within the heart of Osaka. Take your time and enjoy the incredible diversity.