Why You Should Visit
The annual spring event at Cosmos Hill in Kobe General Athletic Park, where rapeseed flowers (nanohana) paint the hillside yellow. The Nanohana Festival, organized by local citizen volunteers, features free herbal tea service, a nanohana stamp rally, play corners for kids, and a live music stage. The simultaneously held Nanohana Marché brings together food trucks serving brunch, lunch, desserts, and drinks — the perfect spring day out.
Essentials
- location
- Kobe General Athletic Park, Cosmos Hill
- period
- March 21, 2026 (Sat) - March 22, 2026 (Sun)
- Time
- 10:00–15:00 (Postponed to March 22 (Sun) in case of rain. Postponement decision announced on the official website by 15:00 on March 20 (Fri))
- cost
- Free entry (individual vendors at the Marché are charged separately)
- access
- Directly accessible from Kobe Municipal Subway Seishin-Yamate Line 'Sogo Undo Koen' Station. About 25 minutes from Sannomiya.
- NOTE
- In case of rain, the event will be postponed to March 22 (Sun). The postponement decision will be posted on the official website by 15:00 on March 20 (Fri). Events may be scaled down or end early due to weather. The Marché will be cancelled in rain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if it rains?
What events can I enjoy?
Is parking available?
LOCAL UPDATES
Local Updates
Nearby Spots
We present captivating tourist attractions in the surrounding area.
Taisan-ji Temple
A quiet ancient temple nestled in the rural mountains of Nishi-ku, Kobe. Said to have been founded in the Nara period, its main hall from the late Kamakura era is the only National Treasure building in Kobe city. Walking along the forest approach to the temple grounds, visitors are welcomed by beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn foliage. A hidden gem about 30 minutes by car from central Kobe.
Tainohata Yakuyoke Hachimangu Shrine
Taibata Yakuyoke Hachimangu Shrine is revered as Japan’s oldest sacred site for warding off misfortune. Known affectionately as “Taibata no Yakujin,” it has long been a place of prayer for protection, health, and good fortune.
Featured Events in Kobe
Highlighted events taking place in Kobe
JMSDF Ship Open Day in Kobe Port
A special open-day event by the JMSDF where visitors can tour three naval vessels at Kobe Port: flagship Kashima, training ship Shimakaze, and support ship Tenr…
12th Kobe-Ichi – Local Taste & Culture Fair at Daimaru Kobe
The 12th edition of Kobe-Ichi, a fair bringing together the flavors, goods, and culture of Kobe and Hyogo. This time's theme is 'apple,' featuring an array of c…
Taisanji Forest Marché
Taisanji Temple is home to the city's only National Treasure building. Come enjoy forest play beneath the broadleaf evergreen forest — a prefectural natural mon…
Kobe Dog Weekend powered by Inumatsuri
A dog festival held for the first time at Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets, themed around 'a comfortable weekend with your dog.' Around 50 booths selling dog apparel,…
Nanohana Festival & Marché at Kobe General Athletic Park
The annual spring event at Cosmos Hill in Kobe General Athletic Park, where rapeseed flowers (nanohana) paint the hillside yellow. The Nanohana Festival, organi…
St. Patrick's Day in KOBE 2026
Kobe's annual outdoor celebration of St. Patrick's Day, Ireland's national festival. The event features a parade through Meriken Park, live Irish music and sess…
News & Updates
Popular News