Hattori Ryokuchi Park: Osaka's Green Oasis
Discover tranquility and history in Osaka's largest green space, featuring traditional farmhouses, diverse gardens, and recreational facilities.
Hattori Ryokuchi Park, located in Toyonaka City, Osaka, is a sprawling 126-hectare green space offering a diverse range of attractions and activities. Ranked among Japan's top urban and historical parks, it provides a refreshing escape from the city. The park is renowned for its Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farmhouses, showcasing traditional rural architecture from the Edo period (17th-19th century). These relocated and restored houses offer a glimpse into Japan's rural past, with period furnishings and tools. Hattori Ryokuchi Park also features various gardens, including a botanical garden with a diverse collection of plants and a bamboo garden with a hidden shrine. Seasonal flowers bloom throughout the year in the circular flowerbeds. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy tennis courts, baseball fields, and an athletic track. Other attractions include ponds, playgrounds, a concert hall, and a water park open during the summer. The park's rich history includes its role as the site of the International Garden and Greenery Exposition in 1990. Today, it remains a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a blend of nature, culture, and recreation.
Local tips
- Visit the Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farmhouses to experience traditional rural architecture (admission fee applies).
- Explore the Hattori Ryokuchi Toshiryoka Botanical Gardens for diverse plant collections (closed Tuesdays).
- Enjoy seasonal flower displays in the circular flowerbeds throughout the year.
- Pack a picnic to enjoy in the park's open spaces or utilize the barbecue area (fee applies).
A brief summary to Hattori Ryokuchi Park
- 1 Chome-1 Hattoriryokuchi, Toyonaka, 1 Chome Hattoriryokuchi, Osaka, 561-0873, JP
- +816-6862-4945
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Getting There
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Public Transport
The closest station to Hattori Ryokuchi Park is Ryokuchi-koen Station on the Midosuji subway line. From Umeda Station, take the Midosuji Line (bound for Senri-Chuo) and disembark at Ryokuchi-koen Station (approximately 13 minutes). From Namba Station, the journey takes about 22 minutes. From Ryokuchi-koen Station, it is about a 5-minute walk west to enter the park. Subway fare from Umeda or Namba is approximately ¥280.
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Walking
From Ryokuchi-koen Station, exit and walk west for approximately 5 minutes to reach the park entrance. Follow the signs for Hattori Ryokuchi Park. The Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farmhouses is about a 12-minute walk from the park entrance.
