明石海峡大橋 舞子海上プロムナード (Akashi Kaikyo Bridge/ Maiko Marine Promenade)
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The bridge connects Kobe and Awaji island. It's fun to look down the sea from Maiko Marine Promenade which has observatory pass (50 meters above water).Kobe side of the bridge is called Maiko park where locals enjoy walking and running, or fishing with a stunning bridge and the sea view.
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Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art (兵庫県立美術館)
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Pritzker Prized architect Tadao Ando has constructed this museum opened in 2002. His signature minimalist style with natural light and concrete offers us many photogenic spots. We of course enjoy modern art exhibitions they have.
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Himeji Castle Tour from Kobe
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7 h
Languages
Japanese, English
Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum (竹中大工道具館)
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Takenaka Corporation is one of the top builders in Japan. They opened this museum in 1984 to showcase beautiful carpentry tools and traditional wooden structures. This looks a bit touristic place rather than locals, but it totally worth a visit.
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Kobe Nunobiki Ropeway Bottom Station (ハーブ園山麓駅)
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Take a ropeway to the scenic garden on the hill. From the hill top station you’ll see amazing Kobe City view and Osaka gulf. Taking a stroll around the garden is simply relaxing and romantic activity both for tourists and locals.
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Former residence of the Kinoshitas
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This old house was built in 1941 by Ryosuke Matano who achieved a greater success in maritime industry. It’s is designated as a tangible cultural property of the nation. Locals feel nostalgic here because this house remains a lot how the Japanese houses used to be.
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Kobe Muslim Mosque/ 神戸回教寺院
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There’s many temples and shrines in Kobe, and don’t forget we also have a beautiful mosque! Kobe Muslim Mosque was built in 1935 as the first Mosque in Japan. It has been loved by not only local muslims but also by all the other people in neighborhoods. They are welcoming the locals and tourists to take a look their beautiful interior.
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Himeji Castle Tour from Kobe
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Duration
7 h
Languages
Japanese, English
Suma Coast (須磨海岸)
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Suma beach stretches 1.8km from east to west is a relaxing cozy beach all year around. It's right next to the JR Suma station. During mid July to the end of August beach houses are built up, locals enjoy swimming and having drinks.
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Kobe Pearl Museum (神戸パールミュージアム
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Japanese cultured pearls are known for its quality and beauty. We can learn its history and basics here in Kobe Pearl Museum. But why in Kobe? Most pearl farmers are in western Japan. It was natural those cultured pearls were gathered in Kobe, the biggest hub port in West Japan, and processed and auctioned before dispatched to other countries.
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Nunobiki Pond (布引貯水池)
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There is beautiful (and deep) mountain right behind the Shin Kobe station. And it’s only 90 minutes round hike from the station to Nunobiki Pond via Nunobiki waterfall. Locals love quick hike to those naturally scenic points.
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TOOTH TOOTH maison 15th（旧神戸居留地十五番館）
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This is the former U.S. Consulate originally built in 1880, soon after Kobe Port has opened to other countries. Now it is opened to public as a cafe. It sits in the area called “former foreign settlements”(旧居留地), in which we can see some other old buildings from 1890s.
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Ikuta Shrine (生田神社)
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The Ikuta shrine sites right in the middle of busy Sannomiya. Local people occasionally visit this shrine to pray and celebrate their life events like coming of age day and weddings. The deity enshrined here is especially famous for making positive connections among people, so many people come and make wish for successful wedding or businesses.
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須磨浦公園( Sunamura park)
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Sumaura park is famous for its 3200 Sakura trees which bloom in early April. The park also let you view the sea. This Sakura & sea view attracts many local people every Spring. It is also a nice relaxing park stretches 103.8ha, you can take a walk and enjoy a view all year around.
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Sky bus Kobe
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Every beautiful city needs those open top buses with panoramic view and Kobe is not an exception. Kobe Sky Bus takes you to an exciting ride showing the sea side of Kobe. You’ll see Port of Kobe and harbor land, China town gate and other Kobe representing scenic spots along the way.
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Kyoto Customized Walking Tour from Kobe
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5000
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Duration
7 h
Languages
Japanese, English
Arima Onsen (有馬温泉)
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45minutes by bus from JR Sannomiya station, Arima onsen is the Japan's oldest hot spring resort loved by both locals and tourists. Besides taking nutritious Onsen, it's fun to walk nostalgic streets with snacks from local shops.
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東遊園地 Kobe East Park
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Kobe east park is located right next to the Kobe city hall. The park is 2.7ha wide with playground and greens. Local farmers market is held every Saturday from 10:00 am to 01:00pm, attracts many locals with fresh products and snacks.
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