ROKKO Forest Sound Museum to Host SIKI Garden Summer Season “Symphony” Fair: Harmony of Summer Flowers, Art, and Music (June 26 – August 21, 2026)

Rokkosan Tourism Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nada-ku, Kobe; President: Akitaka Senoo) will host the "SIKI Garden Summer Season 'Symphony'" at the "SIKI Garden: Sound Promenade" (hereinafter referred to as SIKI Garden) within the ROKKO Forest Sound Museum from June 26 (Fri) to August 21 (Fri), 2026.

SIKI Garden Summer Season 'Symphony' Overview

Located on Mt. Rokko, the facility experiences a cooler climate, approximately 5 degrees Celsius lower than the city center, causing flowers to bloom about a month later than in urban areas. During this period, over 350 hydrangeas of more than 20 varieties, including mountain and lacecap hydrangeas, along with over 1,000 lilies such as the Lilium maximowiczii and chandelier lilies, will bloom. Visitors can also observe insects gathering on these flowers. Inspired by the "Symphony" (orchestra format consisting of string, wind, and percussion instruments), the event features exhibits and performances that interpret the vitality of plants and creatures as musical expression. (Garden area: 16,010.77 sq. meters)

[Dates] June 26 (Fri) – August 21 (Fri), 2026

(1) "Sounds of the Symphony" Stamp Rally

Visitors search for music related to symphonies among 15 birdhouse-shaped music boxes installed within the SIKI Garden.

[Dates] June 26 (Fri) – August 21 (Fri), 2026 [Location] SIKI Garden [Fee] Free (separate museum entrance fee required)

(2) Herb and Flower Picking Garden Tour

This tour provides explanations of plants and flowers within the SIKI Garden, as well as maintenance tips. Participants can experience picking herbs and flowers, which they can take home.

[Dates] July 11 (Sat), 2026 August 8 (Sat), 2026 *Proceeds in light rain; cancelled in severe weather.

[Time] 14:40 (approx. 30 minutes) [Fee] 300 yen (separate museum entrance fee required; free for annual passport holders) [Capacity] 15 people [Reservations] Currently accepted via phone or Instagram DM (@siki_garden) *First-come-first-served basis; same-day participation available if space permits.

(3) Other Blooming Flowers

*Blooming status may change depending on weather. Check latest updates on X (@rokkomorinone) or Instagram (@siki_garden).

[Ongoing Fair] "Harmony of Garden" Fair Overview

This fair explores the harmony between the flourishing garden, music, and art. Visitors can experience nature's sounds, such as birdsong and music, alongside the seasonal scenery.

[Dates] March 14 (Sat) – August 21 (Fri), 2026 [Venue] ROKKO Forest Sound Museum [Opening Hours] 10:00 – 17:00 (Ticket sales end at 16:30) [Closed Days] Thursdays during the fair *Open daily from July 17 (Fri) to December 2 (Wed), 2026.

Concerts Without Performers: Harmony of Garden

Antique music boxes and other automated instruments perform music related to waltzes, concertos, and symphonies.

[Dates] March 14 (Sat) – August 21 (Fri), 2026 [Time] 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 (approx. 20 minutes each)

Music Box Theater: Yoshitomo Nara's "The Puppy That Wanted a Friend"

Celebrating the permanent installation of Yoshitomo Nara's "Peace Head," the picture book "The Puppy That Wanted a Friend" (written and illustrated by Yoshitomo Nara) is projected on a screen, accompanied by antique music box music and storytelling.

[Dates] May 22 (Fri) – August 20 (Thu), 2026 [Time] 10:20, 11:20, 12:20, 13:20, 14:20, 15:20, 16:20 (10-minute performance following the concert above).