Nagai Botanical Garden

Nagai Botanical Garden is a 24-hectare space featuring around 1,000 tree species arranged around a central pond, creating diverse natural landscapes. The grounds include the Osaka Museum of Natural History and pathways that wind through various botanical zones.

The garden was established in 1974 as part of Nagai Park in southern Osaka. Since opening, it has grown into a major green space that preserves both natural habitats and cultural institutions.

The garden combines traditional Japanese planting principles with contemporary digital art installations, hosting the Osaka Museum of Natural History within its grounds. This mixture of old and new approaches draws visitors interested in both nature and modern creative expression.

The site is easily reached via Nagai Station and Tsurugaoka Station, with several entrances providing access. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since paths cover 24 hectares with varying terrain.

The grounds serve as habitat for goshawks and owls that form a complete ecosystem in the heart of the city. These birds of prey nest and hunt among the older trees, making this an unusual refuge for wild birds.

Location: Nagai Kōen

Inception: April 1974

Official opening: April 1974

Address: 1-23 Nagaikōen, Higashisumiyoshi Ward, Osaka, 546-0034, Japan

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 18:15-21:30

Phone: +81666995120

Website: https://nagai-park.jp/n-syoku

GPS coordinates: 34.61056,135.52167

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43