Makino Botanical Garden

Makino Botanical Garden is an 8-hectare site in Kōchi, Japan, displaying over 3,000 plant species from southwestern Japan alongside tropical specimens in greenhouses. The grounds combine open gardens and heated houses with areas dedicated to plant documentation and botanical research.

The site opened in 1958 to honor Dr. Tomitaro Makino, a prominent Japanese botanist whose career focused on plant classification and documentation. His scientific work laid the foundation for understanding plant diversity across the Japanese archipelago.

The garden houses exhibitions displaying Dr. Makino's research materials, botanical illustrations, and contemporary plant-themed art installations throughout the year.

The garden opens daily from 9:00 to 17:00 with marked pathways through both outdoor and indoor areas. Wear sturdy shoes for grass paths, and plan extra time when conditions are wet or muddy.

The garden maintains a specialized greenhouse that recreates jungle conditions, allowing visitors to observe rare tropical plants in their natural growth environment.

Location: Kochi

Inception: 1958

Architects: Hiroshi Naito

Official opening: April 1958

Operator: 高知県

Address: 〒781-8125 高知県高知市五台山4200-6

Phone: +81888822601

Website: https://makino.or.jp

GPS coordinates: 33.54667,133.57778

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52