Things to Do in Kobe

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 Chinatown, visit sake breweries, or pop into the City Museum for exquisite Nanban art.

Best things to do in Kobe

Featured stories & fun stuff

11 Best Things to Do in Kobe
Kobe's main attractions are an integral part of the city's landscape and history, with museums celebrating its past bumping up against high-tech, sleek showcases for fashion and art. In 1868, Kobe was one of the first ports in Japan to...
10 Best Places in Kobe for Family Trips
Kobe is a city full of charm that's hugely popular with tourists from the Kansai area and Japan at large. There are plenty of popular spots for families to visit, too. Theme parks and public parks offer fun for children...
10 Things to Do in Kobe on a Small Budget
While Kobe is the kind of place where you can easily spend a lot of money on fine food and shopping, its sightseeing attractions are surprisingly cheap. For example, there are many great routes for walks where you can soak...
10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Kobe
On your next holiday, why not invite that special someone to enjoy the night views, history, and nature of Kobe? Kobe is full of delights, from the sparkle of the city with its exotic cityscape and port ambience, to scenic...