Location List

The bridge that connects Kobe to Awaji Island. It was the longest suspension bridge until March of 2022. The only road bridge connecting Shikoku with Honshu, it has much traffic.

A public park spreading along the sea at the foot of Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Several important facilities and historical monuments, including the Sun-Yat Memorial Hall, are located in the park.

A clean center operated by the City of Kobe. Garbage is collected here, but the incineration facility is not in use.

A Designated Important Cultural Property of Hyogo Prefecture. The house was built in 1919 as a residence for a trading company owner. The house now operates as a house wedding hall and a restaurant...

A family friendly park on the mountain top with many attractions and a great view of the Suma Beach, Kobe City, Seto Insland Sea, and Awaji Island. The ride to the mountain top on the ropeway and t...

One of the two Noh stages that exist in Kobe, with a seating capacity of 320 chair seats on the first floor, 37 chair seats and 50 floor sitting seats on the second floor.

A shopping arcade with a nostalgic atmosphere. The restaurant known for originating ‘Sobameshi’ (a famous noodle and rice dish from Kobe) is located in the arcade. The popular Japanese film ‘Crows ...

A public bath house from the Showa Period. On the wall is a lavish painting of the Port of Kobe at night.

Though no longer a big port, the annual catch is still plentiful and fish auctions are held. The original beach was filled up in the late 1950’s to 60’s.

An old Japanese house with several Japanese style rooms with a touch of western taste. Currently being used by artists who have also renovated the house for the community.

A deity called Kotoshironushi-no-Okami is enshrined, which brings good fortune to businesses and industries of all kinds. Worshipped also to bring good luck and happiness to daily life, while drivi...

A roofed market with shops on very narrow streets and alleys. Asian groceries, statues of ancient Chinese heroes, and other interesting spots are located inside the market.

A shopping arcade built in the late 1950’s to early 60’s. Various events including dances by Geishas and Awaodori (Awa Dance) are held.

A huge forest and botanical garden showcasing the best of Mt. Rokko's nature, including approximately 50,000 hydrangea plants. Also known for the colored leaves in autumn. Various facilities, such ...

A large park with a satoyama landscape: rice terraces, fields, reservoirs, ponds, etc. There are several thatched roof houses over 100 years old, as well as what is called a rural stage for perform...

Honjin refers to an officially approved large inn along the main road for the use of daimyos and aristocrats during the Edo period. The great Shoya (village headman) Murakami residence, once appoin...

A rural area in Kobe where you can find thatched roof homes and rice fields. Red spider lilies bloom all over the fields in autumn.

A famous hot spring town within the city limits of Kobe that lies in a natural mountain setting, yet close enough for Kobe and Osaka residents and tourists to enjoy a day trip or an overnight trip....

A park set up at the site of the Zuihoji Temple which was abandoned in the early Meiji Period. Famous for the beautiful foliage (colored leaves) in autumn.

Public hot spring facility managed by the city government. The name Kin-no-Yu literally means golden hot water, derived from the reddish-brown color of the spring water. There is a foot bath outsid...

The former head office of Kato Kaiun Co., Ltd, when the company was founded in Kobe in 1928. The exterior wall is curved at the corner and the entire building is designed in a classic western archi...

A buzzling shopping arcade, more like a market, comprised of small shops.

A stadium built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Capacity of 30,000 with a roof that can be opened and closed.

Periodic inspections and maintenance procedures are conducted for Kobe City’s Municipal Subway. The Rail Yard is a huge open space built underground.