Kobe Area Guide 『KOBE ROMAN KIKOU』 A walking guidebook that guides you through Kobe, with maps by area. |
January 31, 2025
Introduction to “Kobe Roman Kikou” |
This is a guidebook that introduces recommended sightseeing spots, restaurants, and hotels, centering on a map of Kobe city. Pick it up and take a walk with a map in hand.
Kobe City Area Map |
Kobe City developed into an international city with the influx of Western culture after the opening of the Port of Kobe in 1868.The city is characterized by its multicultural blend of cultures, with its history still strongly evident in its Ijinkan(foreign residences) and Nankinmachi (Nankin Town). It is also a tourist destination where visitors can enjoy gourmet foods such as Kobe beef and sweets, as well as beautiful scenery surrounded by the sea and mountains.
■KobeCity Map
Kobe Railway route map |
Information Center |
■Kobe Tourist Information Center
Immediately south of the east exit of JR Sannomiya Station, downstairs of Port-Liner Sannomiya Station.
TEL:078-241-1050
Business hours: 9:00-18:00(for the time being)
8-chome Kumoidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City
※Time is shortened on 12/30 and 1/2.Closed on 12/31 and 1/1
■Shin-Kobe Tourist Information Center
(Inside JR Shin-Kobe Station)
TEL:078-241-9550
Business hours: 9:00-17:00
1-3-1 Kanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City
※Time is shortened on 12/30 and 1/2.Closed on 12/31 and 1/1
■Kitano Tourist Information Center
TEL:078-241-8360
Business hours: March~October 9:00~18:00 November~February 9:00~17:00
3-10-20 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City
※Time is shortened on 12/30 and 1/2.Closed on 12/31 and 1/1
■Arima Onsen Tourist Information Center
TEL:078-904-0708
Business hours: 9:30-17:00
790-3 Arimacho, Kita-ku, Kobe City
※Closed on 12/31 and 1/1
Sannomiya/Kitano area |
There are many sightseeing spots around Kobe Sannomiya Station, such as Kitano Ijinkan-gai where you can enjoy the exotic atmosphere, Ikuta Shrine, which is popular for matchmaking and fulfillment in love, and Venus Village, where you can see the splendid night view of Kobe when you climb up from Suwayama Park. Please try sightseeing around Sannomiya Kitano.
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■Sannomiya/Kitano area Map
①Weathercock House 【写真提供:Ⓒ一般財団法人神戸観光局】 |
②Ikuta jinja 【写真提供:Ⓒ一般財団法人神戸観光局】 |
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Closed ~until spring 2025 Weathercock House was built as the residence of German trader, G. Thomas who used to live in Kobe. |
It is also famous as a power spot for matchmaking, and many people visit to pray for success in love and good relationships. | |||
078-321-3851 | ||||
③KOBE TrickArt 【写真提供:Ⓒ一般財団法人神戸観光局】 |
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A unique amusement spot in the Ijinkan where you can get inside the paintings and experience works that incorporate optical illusions. | ||||
0120-888581 | ||||
Shops around Sannomiya/Kitano area |
【Hotel&SAUNA】
24.神戸サウナ&スパ/神戸レディススパ KOBE SAUNA&SPA/KOBE LADIS SPA |
13.ホテルピエナ神戸 Hotel Piena Kobe |
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2-2-10, Shimo- Yamatedori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe City | 4-20-5 Ninomiya-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-241-1010 | ||||
【Gourmet】
6.神戸ビーフ館 Kobe Beef Gallery |
5.ラ・テラス北野 La Terrace Kitano |
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Kotonohako Kobe 3F, 1 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City |
3-7-1 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-241-7790 | 078-855-5345 | |||
25a.モーリヤ Kobe steak restaurant MOURIYA |
9a.神戸牛すてーき Ishida.本店 Kobe beef steak Ishida. HONTEN |
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Mouriya Bldg., 2-1-17 Shimo Yamate Dohri, Chuo-ku Kobe-city |
3F TAKAI Building, 1-21-2 Kitanagasadori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-391-4603 | 078-599-7779 | |||
9b.神戸牛すてーき Ishida. 生田新道店 Kobe beef steak Ishida.Ikuta Shindo store |
7.ビフテキのカワムラ 三宮本店 Bifuteki Kawamura |
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ArcCOAST Building 2F, 2-1-14 Shimoyamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | Nuva Spirit 1F, 4-5-13 Kano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-335-5922 | 078-335-0399 | |||
神戸ラーメン第一旭三宮本店 Daiichi Asahi Sannomiya Main Store |
8.グリル みその Grill Misono |
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4-1-394 Kotonoo-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City (JR/Hankyu underpass) |
1-1-2-7F/8F Shimoyamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-251-9346 | 078-331-2890 | |||
10.燦 別邸 San Bettei Kobe Sannomiya Store |
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2-13-3-2F Shimoyamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | ||||
078-335-1929 | ||||
【Jewelry&Rental car】
12.スポペル SPOPEL |
4a,4b,4c.トヨタレンタリース神戸 Toyota Rental Lease Kobe Reservation Center |
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2-10-21-2 Sannomiya-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | ||||
078-393-2254 | 0120-81-1515 | |||
【Kobe City】
【KOBE City】 Smoking is prohibited in all areas of Kobe City under the obligation to make an effort.A fine of 1,000 yen applies to smoking on the street in Sannomiya, Motomachi area, and Rokko-michi area.Thank you for your cooperation. |
Motomachi/Nankinmachi/BayArea area |
Next to Sannomiya, there is a Chinatown called Nankinmachi in Motomachi, where you can enjoy Chinese cuisine while enjoying the lively atmosphere of China. It is also adjacent to Harborland, which is a representative area of the port town of Kobe, and is a tourist spot where you can walk along the coast in the sea breeze or take a cruise ship to see the cityscape of Kobe. Please try sightseeing around Motomachi and Harborland.
■Motomachi/Nankinmachi area Map
■BayAreaMap
⑥Kobe Port Earthquake Memorial Park 【写真提供:Ⓒ一般財団法人神戸観光局】 |
⑦BE KOBE Monument 【写真提供:Ⓒ一般財団法人神戸観光局】 |
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This is a park where a part of the Meriken Wharf (60 meters) that was damaged by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake has been preserved in its original state and made available for viewing. | BE KOBE Monument was installed in the Meriken Park to commemorate the 150th anniversary of opening the Port of KOBE in 2017.It is a particularly popular photo spot in Meriken Park, which is always crowded with people. | |||
078-321-0085 | 078-333-3330 | |||
⑧Minatogawa-jinja 【写真提供:Ⓒ一般財団法人神戸観光局】 |
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This shrine contains treasures of the warrior Kusunoki Masashige, who is enshrined here. These include important cultural properties such as hand-copied Buddhist Sutras, calligraphy and swords. | ||||
078-371-0001 | ||||
Shops around around Motomachi/BayArea |
【Gourmet】
15.老祥記 ROSYOKI |
14.四興楼 Shikouroh |
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2-1-14 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | Motomachi Plaza Building 1F, 2-9-1 Motomachi Dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-331-7714 | 078-331-0783 | |||
17.神戸南京町 皇蘭 本店 Kobe Nankinmachi Kouran Main Store |
16.元祖ぎょうざ苑 Ganso Gyozaen |
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2-10-6 Sakaemachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | 2-8-11 Sakaemachidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-331-6477 | 078-331-4096 | |||
【Hospital】
18.隈病院 Kuma Hospital |
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8-2-35 Shimoyamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | ||||
078-371-3721 | ||||
Arima Onsen Area |
Arima Onsen is one of Japan’s three oldest hot springs. You can enjoy hot springs of different quality, the brown “Kinsen” and the colorless and transparent “Ginsen”. Please try sightseeing around Arima Onsen.
■Arima Onsen Area Map
Shops around around ArimaOnsen |
【Gourmet】
1.有馬十八番 Arima Juhachiban |
2.コーヒープリンセス 有馬温泉店 COFFEE PRINCESS ArimaOnsen store |
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1183 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe City, | 228-12 Arimacho, Kita-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-904-0218 | 078-380-7936 | |||
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【fortune telling&Hotel】
3.有馬風水 Craft goods Arima Feng Shui |
3.有馬ヴィラ木の家 ARIMA VILA NINOIE |
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1033-5 Arimacho, Kita-ku, Kobe City | 228-12-2F Arimacho, Kita-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-904-0123 | 078-380-7936 | |||
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Famous souvenir shops in Kobe |
Kobe is not only famous as a vibrant port city but also for its stunning cityscape, unique culture, and diverse souvenirs. On this page, we’ve selected some of the best souvenirs that visitors love, showcasing Kobe’s charm. From gourmet treats and sweets to traditional crafts, each item is filled with the joy of choosing and gifting. Take home a piece of Kobe’s magic as a gift for loved ones or as a keepsake from your journey.
21.神戸 大黒屋 Kobe Daikokuya |
19.神戸フランツ umieモザイク店 KobeFrantz umieMosaic Store |
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3-12-1-111 Shimoyamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City (Toa Yamate Flats building, 1st floor) | umie mosaic 2F, 1-6-1 Higashikawasaki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
078-958-9260 | 078-360-0007 | |||
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22.本焼あなご下村 大丸神戸店 Honyaki Anago Shimomura DaimaruKobe Store |
20.観音屋 元町本店 Kannonya Motomachi Store |
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Daimaru Kobe Store B1F, 40 Akashicho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | 3-9-23 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | |||
050-1781-5000 | 078-391-1710 | |||
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【Souvenirs are a part of Japanese culture】 Souvenirs are a deeply ingrained part of Japan’s unique culture. The custom of bringing back to family and friends local specialties and other items from places visited while traveling or on business has continued since ancient times.These items are not merely material gifts, but also serve to convey the culture and history of the places visited. Through souvenirs,travelers can share what they have experienced and felt. |
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23.PELMOIR ペルモワ |
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2-10-23 Sannomiya-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City | ||||
078-393-2251 | ||||
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Kobe wide area |
The cityscape of Kobe has Mt. Rokko approaching to the north, and you can fully enjoy the night view of Kobe stretching from east to west. Please try sightseeing in Kobe city.
■Kobe wide area Map