Kobe

Kobe, the capital of Hyogo Prefecture, has a long history of welcoming outsiders to its shores – it was one of the first ports in Japan to open to trade in 1868 after two centuries of isolation. The results of this open-door policy remain today in its historic foreign settlement area that was once home to European traders, with many of the old mansions lovingly restored and serving as mini-museums or shops.

A diverse city, Kobe has one of Japan’s largest foreign populations, a bustling Chinatown, and numerous restaurants serving cuisines from all over the world. Kobe's charms are both in its natural surroundings – backed by the beautiful Mount Rokko range – and a host of manmade wonders. The Kobe Port Tower, Port and Rokko islands were built up in major land reclamation projects, and the Akashi Kaikyo is the world's longest suspension bridge.

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Kobe has a sparse yet beautiful skyline – it overlooks Osaka Bay with Mount Rokko as a backdrop. Among high-rise buildings and neon lights, you’ll find bits of the city’s past in Shinto shrines like Ikuta, which is one of the oldest in Japan. Go up Mount Rokko for panoramic lookouts or find hidden treasures like a tranquil onsen (hot spring) behind it. Explore sights and flavours in Nankinmachi, Kobe’s colourful...

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11 Best Things to Do in Kobe
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Himeji Castle

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The best places to go shopping in Kobe range from modern shopping arcades and malls to quirky shops and luxurious boutiques. In Kobe’s vibrant stores and markets, you’re guaranteed to find unique souvenirs to take home such as heavenly chocolates, Arima sandals, porcelain or lacquerware items. The Sannomiya district is home to major department stores offering luxury brands, designer clothing and...
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A night out in Kobe can take you to a German beer hall, an izakaya-style record bar or a jazz club straight out of old New York. The city has always had an international flair, reflected in its abundance of English pubs and a love affair with Western styles of music. In fact, Kobe is considered to be a centre...
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