Kobe
Hyōgo Prefecture
Kobe, the capital of Hyōgo Prefecture, is a cosmopolitan port city famous for its Wagyu beef (Kobe beef), stylish waterfront, and historic foreign residences known as Kitano-chō. Wedged between the Rokko Mountains and Osaka Bay, it offers a fascinating blend of city, mountain, and sea.
Practical Travel Guide for Kobe
Make your journey smoother with essential practical information to read before traveling.
Visa Information
Visa-free travel for up to 90 days is available for many nationalities. It is recommended to check the specific requirements for your nationality before traveling.
Adapter Type
Japanese
Getting Around
Kobe has an efficient public transport system including subways, JR lines, Hankyu and Hanshin railways, and buses. The city center areas, especially Sannomiya and Motomachi, are easily walkable. The Port Liner is a driverless train connecting the city center to Kobe Airport.
Local Flavors
Kobe is a culinary capital, centered around its world-famous Kobe beef. As a port city, it also offers fresh seafood. Kobe's cosmopolitan history also brings a diverse food scene, including Nankinmachi (Chinatown).