Machikane-yama, adjacent the Toyonaka campus, is usually not open to the public so its sylvan nature still remains quite untouched. We are indeed fortunate to be able to observe plants in this luxuriant forest located in an urban area. Come and join us as we observe nature in this popular annual event!

Schedule 

Date:

• Session 1: Saturday, April 18, 2015
• Session 2: Saturday, May 9, 2015

Time: 13:30~15:30 (Reception begins at 13:00)

Participation Fee: Participation for this event is free.

Capacity: 20 persons (We will end registration when we reach this limit)

Meeting Place: Kaitokudo for the 21st Century Studio (1F, Osaka University Hall)

Lecturer: KURIHARA Sachiko (Kaitokudo for the 21st Century, Osaka University Resident Researcher; Editor, Flowers on Campus)

Suggested Attire: Long-sleeve shirt, long pants, hat, comfortable shoes

Registration: Registration begins on March 23 at 10:00. Please register at the Kaitokudo for the 21st Century Homepage.

Organized by: Kaitokudo for the 21st Century, Osaka University

In cooperation with: The Museum of Osaka University

Program Overview

13:30 -- Machikane-yama Nature Walk

Participants will walk through Machikane-yama. Ms. Kurihara will explain about various plants as the group walks. You'll be sure to find yourself refreshed after the walk and being bathed in the fresh forest air.

15:00 -- Discussion in the Kaitokudo for the 21st Century Studio 

15:30 -- End of program

In case of rain, Flowers on Campus will be discussed in the Studio of Kaitokudo for the 21st Century in Osaka University Hall. Participants will see slides of plants found on the three campuses --Toyonaka, Suita, and Minoh-- and learn tips on ways to enjoy nature and plants.