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This is a park where a part of the Meriken Wharf (60 meters long) that was damaged by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake has been preserved in its original state and made available for viewing. Also on display are models, videos, and photo panels that record the damage to Kobe Port and the recovery process. You can see and feel the horror of the earthquake up close. Address 2 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Official website

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Higashi Yuenchi is a 2.7 hectare urban park located in the center of Kobe. A park full of greenery located south of Kobe City Hall. In addition to being used by citizens on a daily basis for relaxation, walking, and recreation, the park also houses a monument to commemorate the victims of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake and to commemorate recovery. Until now, it has also been used as a venue for events such as "Kobe Luminarie" and "Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake 1.17 Gathering." Address 6-4 Kanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Official website

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It is located in the East Amusement Park on the south side of Kobe City Hall. It was established to remember the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, to remember the disaster, to pass on the progress of recovery to future generations, and to highlight the significance of recovery through solidarity on a global scale in the face of large-scale disasters. In the basement meditation space, there are plaques engraved with the names of those who died in the earthquake. This is a great spot to stop by to pass on the memories of the great earthquake to future generations. Address 6-4 Kanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Underground meditation space opening day Every day (open on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and year-end and New Year holidays) Underground meditation space opening hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Official website

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A seaside spot where symbolic buildings such as Kobe Port Tower, Kobe's landmark, and the Kobe Maritime Museum catch your eye. Under the refreshing sea breeze, you can experience the ``port city of Kobe'' by shopping at the adjacent Harborland or taking a cruise on the sea. A beautiful night spot lit up at night! Address 2 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Official website

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The BE KOBE Monument was newly installed at Meriken Park in 2017 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the opening of Kobe Port. It is a particularly popular photo spot in Meriken Park, which is always crowded with people. The word "BE KOBE" is a civic pride message that was born 20 years after the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake and summarizes the idea that "Kobe's charm is its people." “BE KOBE" embodies the pride of Kobe, which loves people and their willingness to try new things. Address 2 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe (inside Meriken Park) Official website

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Ikuta Shrine is an old shrine with a history of over 1800 years. The place name Kobe was derived from Kanbe, the house that protects the god of Ikuta. Ikuta originally meant "Katsuta," which means a place full of lively life. In recent years, many athletes and artists have visited the shrine, and since it is located in the center of Kobe, there are also many visitors. Address 1-2-1 Shimoyamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0011 Amulet awarding office hours 9:00-17:00 Goshuin reception hours 9:00-17:00 Closing time 5pm Official website

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A mausoleum dedicated to Guan Yu, a military commander from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms who was famous as the god of wealth. The plaque that reads "Guan Di Temple" on the entrance gate was created by the world-famous calligrapher Yu Sui Ren (Chiang Kai-shek's former secretary). The grounds of the temple have a Chinese feel to them, such as the middle gate, which is modeled after the story of ``Carp Climbing Waterfall'' (Tenglong Gate), and the main hall, which has a statue of a blue dragon on the same imperial-colored tiles as the Forbidden City in Beijing. Address 7-3-2 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0004 Opening time 9:00-17:00 (Open all year round) Official website

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Prince Masashige's "martyrdom site" and the tombstone of Okusunoki, written in the handwriting of Mito Mitsukuni, "Ah, Loyal Servant Kusuko's Grave" are nationally designated cultural properties and historic sites. The ceiling of the worship hall is majestic and luxurious, with 163 ceiling paintings donated by famous painters from all over the country. The treasure hall displays items related to the temple, such as the ``Danwei Belly Band'' (worn by Prince Denshosei) and the handwritten ``Lotus Sutra Cohort'' (both important cultural properties). Address 3-1-1 Tamondori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0015 Visiting hours 9:30am - 4:30pm Closed days Closed every Thursday Official website

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Jainism is a religion known for its strict vegetarianism and non-killing, which spreads mainly in the western Indian state of Gujarat. This temple was built in 1985 with investment from believers living in Kobe. The temple and shrine are made entirely of pure white marble imported from India. The delicate carvings depicting animals and plants and the glittering metal doors are particularly exotic. Address 3-7-4 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Sunday 12:00-15:00 TEL 078-241-5995

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harset="UTF-8"> Kitano Tenman Shrine towers over a small mountain next to the weathercock mansion, the symbol of Kitano. It was built by Taira no Kiyomori in 1180 and is said to be the origin of the name Kitano. Michizane Sugawara, the god of learning, is enshrined here, and it is famous for the ``Kanai Koi'', which is a power spot for not only praying for entrance exams, but also for success in love. It is called the Shrine of the Sky, and you can enjoy the view of Kobe city and Osaka Bay from the precincts. We recommend visiting this place along with a walk around Ijinkan. Address 3-12 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Visitable hours Open 07:30 - Close 17:00 Official website

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Kobe Central Catholic Church is located in the center of Kitano, Kobe, which is famous for its Ijinkan. Kobe Central Catholic Church was born as a cornerstone of the revitalization of the church in Kobe by merging three churches (Nada, Nakayamate, and Shimoyamate) that were damaged by the Great Hanshin Earthquake in 1995. *Visitors are not allowed when church events (mass, weddings, etc.) are being held. Address 1-28-7 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe Official website

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A mosque is an Islamic temple, and the Kobe Muslim Mosque was the first mosque in Japan, built in 1935 with funding from Turkish, Tatar, and Indian traders living in Kobe. Non-Muslims are welcome to tour the interior, and reservations are not required for individuals or small groups. The location is a little downhill from Kitano Ijinkan-gai. Please visit Kobe to feel the exoticism and diversity of Kobe while strolling around Ijinkan. *If you are a school or education-related organization, please apply by phone in advance. *Please note that those who expose a lot of skin (shorts, miniskirts, etc.) will not be allowed to enter. Address 2-25-14 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe Visit time Every day 10:00-18:00, Friday only 14:00-18:00 Official website

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The only Jewish synagogue in Kansai. It was over 80 years ago that a synagogue was built in the city of Kobe. During World War II, many Jews fleeing persecution in Nazi Germany were issued "visas for life" by Chiune Sugihara in Lithuania, and arrived in Maizuru and Kobe via Russia. It is said that he found a moment of peace here and prayed. Afterwards, many Jews left for the United States and other countries through the port of Kobe, but today this synagogue still plays an important role as a community for Jews living in Kansai, with a Jewish rabbi (priest). . Reservations are required for tours and only a small number of people can visit (*), but even if you don't go inside the building, it's well worth it just to get a glimpse of the Star of David and Hebrew signs on the exterior and think about the history of Japan and Judaism. I think. Address 4-12-12 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Official website

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Address 1-3-1 Kanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0001 (inside JR Shin-Kobe Station, in front of the ticket gate) TEL 078-241-9550 Business hours 9:00～17:00 Closed days December 31st / January 1st Official website

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Address 3-10-20 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0002 TEL 078-251-8360 Business hours 9:00~18:00(March~October) / 9:00~17:00(November~February) Closed days December 31st / January 1st Official website

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Kobe City General Information Center (Information Kobe) provides information on tourism in Kobe City and municipal administration related to tourism. After much consideration and consideration as to what would be appropriate as the gateway to Kobe, the City of Design, we chose a red-based design to make it highly visible to visiting tourists and citizens, and to give them a sense of energy. We will continue to work hard to become an information center that is even more loved by everyone. We look forward to your visit. Address 〒651-0096〒651-0096 8-chome Kumoidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City JR Sannomiya Station east exit south side TEL 078-241-1050 Business hours 9:00～18:00 Closed days December 31st / January 1st Official website

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Naka Jetty Central Terminal opened in March 1998 in the west area of ​​Naka Jetty, located between Naka Jetty, where the port tower is located, and Harborland. Pleasure boats are in service to visit Kobe Port and the Akashi Strait. The terminal aims to be an amenity terminal that is friendly to everyone, and has a barrier-free structure. Braille information boards and voice guidance systems are also installed, making the terminal easy to use for the elderly and people with disabilities. Coin lockers are also available on the 1st and 2nd floors. In February 2020, we installed a street piano crystal grand piano. Wi-Fi facilities are also available, so feel free to use it while waiting for your cruise or while strolling around Harborland. Address 7-1 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Weekdays 8:30 to 20:30 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 8:15 to 21:00 Closed days None Official website

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This is a new terminal opened in September 2014. Located on the 3rd jetty of Shinko Port, it is easily accessible from Sannomiya Station, approximately 20 minutes on foot or 10 minutes by shuttle bus. It also has excellent access to the Hanshin Expressway Kobe Line and Wangan Line. Address 3-7 Shinminatocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0041 Opening hours 24 hours (hours available only for side entrances) Closed days None Official website

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Address 7-1 Kumoidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-0096

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The former flats for foreigners were made up of two symmetrical tenement-style buildings, with clapboards and oil-painted exteriors, a typical architectural style for Kobe Ijinkans. The first floor of the building uses colors reminiscent of southern France, and you can enjoy glass crafts and furniture created by the Dome brothers, who were famous artists of the Art Nouveau period. On the second floor, you can enjoy rare early Louis Vuitton trunks and spatial displays that use the rooms that were once apartments as canvases. No. 8 Traditionally Preserved Building designated by Kobe City. Address 2-3-18 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest announcements on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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This is an Ijinkan that recreates the glamorous life of the high society at the time of the opening of Kobe Port. It was once called "Lion House No. 3" because of the stone statue of a lion at the entrance. Inside the museum, there are many things to see, such as wooden fireplaces that were placed in aristocratic mansions during the Bourbon Dynasty, a music room displaying Gregorian chant scores from the Renaissance, and an old kitchen from the charcoal era lined with copper pots and ladles. Address 2-18-2 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest announcements on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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The Italian Pavilion (Plato Museum of Decorative Arts) is a foreign museum that exhibits 18th- to 19th-century European furniture, paintings, and sculptures, mainly from Italy. It is a gorgeous private residence where people still live today, and each room of the residence is filled with paintings and works of art by artists such as Millet and Corot. At the terrace seats overlooking the pool, you can order handmade cake sets, coffee, and tea. The cafe is open only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Address 1-6-15 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Business hours 10:00-17:00 (The schedule is subject to change. Please be sure to check the official website.) Regular holidays It varies depending on the building. Please check the latest information on the official website. TEL 078-271-3346 Official website

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Rhine House built in 1915. The two-story wooden, oil-painted clapboard building retains the style of the so-called foreign houses of the Meiji era, with open verandas and bay windows. When the building was opened to the public in 1978, a nickname was solicited and the name was given as ``Rhine House.'' Address 2-10-24 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 9:00-18:00 (*Admission until 17:45) Closed days Third Thursday of June and February (*If the regular holiday falls on a holiday, the next day will be closed) Official website

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Moegi no Yakata was built in 1903 as the residence of the American Consul General, and was designated as an important national cultural property in 1980. It is a two-story wooden building with clapboard cladding and features two bay windows of different shapes. Luxurious designs can be seen throughout, such as stairs with arabesque patterns and heavy mantelpieces, and the balcony on the second floor offers a wonderful view of the city of Kobe. Address 3-10-11 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 9:30-18:00 Closed days Third Wednesday and Thursday of February Official website

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About 90 meters long, this loop bridge connects Kinseidai and the observation deck at the summit, with a beautiful figure-eight spiral. It is easily accessible from the city and allows you to enjoy the view of Minato Kobe up close, making it a popular night view and viewing spot among locals. Venus Terrace also has the "Key of Love Monument," which is also a date spot where couples swearing eternal love in honor of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, attach keys with messages of love written on them. Address Suwayamacho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City Official website

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Nankinmachi is considered one of Japan's three major Chinatowns, along with Yokohama Chinatown and Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown. It is a popular tourist area lined with a variety of stores selling Chinese ingredients, miscellaneous goods, and cuisine. There are various events held throughout the year, such as the Spring Festival in January or February and the Mid-Autumn Festival in September or October, so be sure to check them out. Please enjoy strolling through this exotic city that feels like a theme park. Address 1-2 Motomachi-dori/Sakaemachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe Official website

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The Weathervane House (formerly Thomas Residence) was built around 1909 as the home of German trader Gottfried Thomas. The building was designed by German architect Georg de Lalande. The brick exterior walls and weathervane on the spire are beloved by people as symbols of Kitano Ijinkan. Full-scale conservation and repair work was carried out from December 1980 to March 1986, and the parts that could be restored were returned to their original state as much as possible. It is currently designated as a national important cultural property. Address 3-13-3 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0002 Opening hours 9:00-18:00 (*Admission until 17:45) Closed days The first Tuesday of June and February (*If the regular holiday is a holiday, the next day will be closed)(2023/10/1 ~ long-term closure) Official website

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This is a resort facility representing Kobe that overlooks the cityscape of Kobe from a high point in the mountains, just outside the city center. Take a 10-minute aerial walk on the ropeway overlooking the scenery of Kobe and Keihanshin. From the ropeway's wide windows, you can see famous spots such as Nunobiki Falls and the Gohonmatsu Dam, an important cultural property. Once you get to the top of the mountain, which is about 400m above sea level, you will see about 75,000 herbs and flowers of 200 different varieties blooming in 12 themed gardens throughout the year. Enjoy tea time at a restaurant where you can enjoy colorful dishes inspired by an herb garden, a luxurious cafe lounge, or a terrace with a spacious feel. You can spend an elegant day relaxing in the hammocks set up throughout the park. During night games, the illumination project ``Forest of Illuminations'' creates a magical moment along with the sparkling night view of Kobe. Address 1-4-3 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Closed days/opening hours Please check from the website Official website

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Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum is the only museum in Japan that specializes in carpentry tools. We moved and opened in front of Shin-Kobe Station in October 2014 with the theme of "Connecting people and nature, and tradition and innovation." In addition to approximately 1,000 carpentry tools selected from over 35,000 items collected so far, the pillars and knitting of the Toshodaiji Temple's main hall, which stands over 7 meters high in the atrium, are full-scale, as well as Sukiya. Special models are on display that are filled with the finest craftsmanship created by modern masters, such as a skeleton tea room where you can see the delicate work of the master craftsman. Additionally, taking advantage of the unique feature of being a ``museum of shrine carpenters,'' we also offer programs in the woodworking room where you can experience professional techniques up close. (Please check the website for details such as the event schedule) Address 7-5-1 Kumauchi-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 9:30-16:30 (Admission until 16:00) Closed days Monday (the next day if Monday is a holiday), New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd) Official website

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Kobe Port Tower, a landmark of Minato Kobe. Its beautiful drum-shaped exterior is the world's first unique pipe structure, and it is also known as the ``Beauty of Steel Towers.'' Due to renovation work, it is currently not possible to enter the building, including the observation floor, but a red line reminiscent of a silhouette has been drawn on the construction sheet on the exterior. Kobe Port Tower reopened on April 26, 2024. Address 5-5 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture Official website

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A museum where you can experience the history of the sea, ships, and ports and the future of Kobe. The ``Kobe Maritime Museum'' is known for its large white space frame roof that resembles the sails and waves of a sailing ship sailing through the ocean. It was built as a business. In 2020, it will be reopened with a new theme of "The history of Kobe and Minato." The city of Kobe, which changes with the times, and the history and future of the sea, ships, and ports are introduced in an easy-to-understand manner through materials, models, videos, graphics, and experiential exhibits. Since 2006, Kawasaki World, a corporate museum created by the Kawasaki Heavy Industries Group, which has been associated with the history of the opening of Kobe Port, has been attached to the facility. Address 2-2 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Official website

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An experiential museum where you can see and touch the world of the TV anime "Go! Anpanman." In addition to the stage where Anpanman and his friends appear, there are many play equipment and fun devices such as "Anpanman Go," a ride familiar from the anime, a slide, and a ball park. ``Baikin Secret Base'' is also popular, where you can play with the mechs made by Baikinman. On the first floor, there is a free admission shopping mall with shops selling limited edition Anpanman goods and character bread, as well as restaurants and children's hair salons. Address 1-6-2 Higashikawasaki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Business hours Museum opening hours: 10:00-18:00Museum last entry: 17:00 Shopping mall business hours: 10:00-18:00 Closed days Please check the website Official website

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Kobe Port Museum is a cultural complex consisting of an aquarium, food hall, and bridal desk. Its symbolic exterior expresses the ``formation created by rising earth and eroding water,'' and it is a new landmark in Kobe's waterfront area where you can experience new culture and food. Address 7-2 Shinminatocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Business hours Please check with each facility Official website

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``BE Design Creative Center Kobe (nickname: KIITO) is a base facility for Kobe City's ``Design City Kobe,'' which is a renovated former raw silk inspection facility on the sea side of Sannomiya, Kobe. We propose incorporating design into people's lives and living more abundantly. In addition to holding events related to design and art, there is also rental space and office space. Address 1-4 Onohamacho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 9:00 - 21:00 Closed days Monday (the next day if it is a holiday or substitute holiday), New Year's and end of the year 12/29 - 1/3 Official website

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Among the Ijinkans open to the public, this is the only one with an oriental atmosphere. The museum exhibits valuable Chinese furniture, furnishings, and artwork from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1615) to the Qing Dynasty (1616-1911), and the luxurious interior is a must-see. You can enjoy the chic and unified interior of Chinese modernism in each room, including celadon and richly colored vases, a salon set decorated with rosewood and mother-of-pearl, and beds with canopies. Also, the pair of guardian dogs (lion statues) placed at the entrance to the courtyard are popular as a power spot where it is said that if you walk between them you will be blessed with love. Address 2-18-2 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest announcements on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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A popular spot that utilizes the retro and modern school building of the former Kitano Elementary School, which faces Tor Road. At around 20 unique workshops, you can shop for Kobe brand products such as sweets, Kobe beef, croquettes, and sake, as well as enjoy various craft experiences. Kitano Ijinkan and the former settlement of Nankinmachi are also within walking distance, so please use this as a base for sightseeing in Kobe. Address 3-17-1 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 10:00〜18:00 Closed days Irregular holidays/year-end and New Year holidays Official website

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It was opened in 1992 with the support of the Austrian Embassy and the Austrian Trade Representative as a museum where visitors can experience Austrian culture and history. The cylindrical building is said to resemble a Vienna museum, and exhibits a portrait of Empress Maria Theresa and Rococo-style costumes, giving a glimpse into court culture. We will also introduce Mozart, the great musician born in Austria, and recreate the life and scenery of the 18th century when he lived. Also of interest are items donated by the Mozart Museum in Salzburg, including a replica of the piano used in the composition (Forte Piano), handwritten scores and letters. Address 2-15-18 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 10:00-17:00(Please check with the facility for business days and hours) Open all year round Official site

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This theme museum was opened with the support of the Royal Danish Embassy and the Danish Trade Office as a museum that introduces the history and culture of Denmark, such as Vikings and Hans Christian Andersen. There are plenty of things to see, including a large model of a Viking ship that sailed around the world from Scandinavia between the 8th and 11th centuries, and a recreation of the study of the world-famous fairy tale author Andersen. Cute goods made in Denmark are recommended as souvenirs. Address 2-15-12 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 10:00-17:00(Please check with the facility for business days and hours) Open all year round Official website

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As you climb up Holland Hill in Kitano, you will see the Holland Pavilion, which has a nostalgic atmosphere from the 1920s. The Dutch pavilion is a hipped structure from the mid-Taisho era. (No. 48 Traditional Preservation Building designated by the Kobe City Board of Education) It was used as the residence of the Dutch Consul General for a long time, and was opened to the public in January 1987. You can also take a commemorative photo wearing the traditional costumes of the Volendam region in the Netherlands. Also, you can create an original perfume that matches your personality based on data such as your age, zodiac sign, favorite music, flowers, fruits, etc., so please come and make memories. Address 2-15-10 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours 10:00-17:00(Please check with the facility for business days and hours) Open all year round Official site

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The building has a mortar scraped finish and its red brick walls are made from bricks imported from Germany at the time, so it has been designated as a cultural property by Kobe City. The interior of the museum is full of surprises and playfulness, inspired by adventurer Ben Allison's collection, and the stuffed animals such as polar bears and the butterfly collection from around the world are must-sees. No. 9 traditionally preserved building designated by Kobe City. Address 2-3-21 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest information on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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``Uroko no Ie'', the first representative foreign house opened to the public in Kobe, is a nationally designated registered tangible cultural property and one of the 100 best houses in Hyogo Prefecture. The natural stone slate that covers the exterior walls, which resembles an old European castle, resembles the scales of a fish, which is why it is called the ``House of Scales.'' The museum exhibits stately antique furniture and furnishings, as well as a collection of famous Western porcelain. The adjoining observation gallery is a museum, where you can see not only famous paintings and glass artefacts, but also a panoramic view of Kobe's port and cityscape from the observation room on the third floor. Address 2-20-4 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest announcements on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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It is a colonial-style foreigner's house that has been preserved exactly as it was when it was built in 1909, designed by a British engineer. On the second floor, the room of the great British detective Sherlock Holmes has been faithfully recreated from the novel, and you can wear Holmes' costume and freely stroll around the interior of the building and the English Garden, where you can enjoy seasonal plants. At the English Garden, which has four concepts, the roses around the beginning of May are a must-see. No. 10 traditional preserved building designated by Kobe City. Address 2-3-16 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest announcements on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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An inn with an exterior modeled after the architectural style of England's 15th century Tudor dynasty. Inside the museum, also known as the Sculpture Hall, you can enjoy works by the three great masters, Rodin, Bourdelle, and Bernard, as well as Makonde sculpture from Africa, which influenced Picasso, and Buddhist art from Thailand and Gandhara. The ``Saturn Chair,'' which has a carving of Saturn, the Roman god of fertility, is said to be ``the chair that makes your wishes come true,'' and is a popular power spot. Address 2-20-7 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest information on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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This two-story wooden building was built in the late Meiji period, with chalk walls and bright green pillars and beams. After the war, it was used as the Panamanian consulate for a time. Currently, it is a rare amusement spot in an Ijinkan, exhibiting trick art that was born in Europe as trompe l'oeil. This is an all-weather art museum where everyone from adults to children can enjoy seeing, touching, and playing. No. 11 traditional preserved building designated by Kobe City. Address 2-10-7 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe Opening hours Please check the latest announcements on the official website or call us. TEL Ijinkan Uroko Group 0120-888-581 Official website

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Kobe Kitano Museum of Art is housed in the historic building of the former American Consulate official building built in 1898 (Meiji 31). This foreign residence was built in 1898, and after the war it was used as the official residence of the American consulate until 1978. It has been open as the Kobe Kitano Museum of Art since the year after the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake in 1995. We are currently holding the "Painters of Montmartre Hill - Friendship Exchange Exhibition between Kobe's Kitano Ijinkan District and Paris' Montmartre District". There are also exhibits about historical materials from Kobe and Kitano, as well as about Japan's first state-run olive orchard. This museum also serves as the secretariat for the Kitano/Yamamoto District Protection Association and the Kobe International Olive Academy, and is an art museum that introduces the culture and history of Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-gai, as well as disseminating its charm. Address 2-9-6 Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0002

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A free observation spot located in "Kobe City Hall Building 1" facing Flower Road. From the observation lobby, you can mainly enjoy the view to the south. From here, you can see the cityscape of Rokko Island and HAT Kobe to the east, Higashi Amusement Park to Port Island to the south, and even the Kii Peninsula on the opposite shore on a clear day. To the west, you can see the cityscape of Harborland. Digital signage has been installed in the observation lobby, showing promotional videos of city sightseeing spots and major projects. In addition, "BE" has been installed at five locations in the city, including Meriken Park. We have installed the ``BE KOBE'' monument (miniature version) to convey the feelings contained in the ``BE KOBE'' monument. Address 6-5-1 Kanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-8570 Closed days New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd of the following year) Equipment inspection day 1st Opening time (Weekdays) 9:00 to 22:00, (Holidays) 10:00 to 22:00 Official website

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The building was expanded and renovated from the former Yokohama Specie Bank, which was built in 1930, and opened in 1988. With the basic theme of "international cultural exchange, contact and transformation of Eastern and Western cultures," approximately 70,000 items including the national treasure "Sakuragaoka Dotaku and Dotaku Group", archaeological and historical materials, Nanban red hair art materials, old map materials, glass-related materials, etc. is stored. The permanent exhibition includes a ``Kobe History Exhibition Room'' that traces the history of the region under six themes, focusing on Kobe, and the history of cultural exchange between Japan and foreign countries, as well as exhibits from the collection that introduce various themes. There is a ``Collection Exhibition Room.'' We also hold special exhibitions that focus on items from the museum's collection, as well as special exhibitions that follow basic themes. Address 24 Kyomachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0034 Closed days Monday *However, if Monday is a public holiday or public holiday, it will be open and closed on the following weekday. *In addition to the year-end and New Year holidays, the museum may be closed or opened on special occasions such as maintenance closures. Opening hours 9:30~17:30 (Admission until 17:00) *Open until 19:30 on Fridays and Saturdays during special exhibitions (Admission until 7pm) Official website

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KOBE Tonbotama Museum is a museum that exhibits glass crafts using ancient to modern lampwork techniques, with a focus on glass beads with holes called "tonbotama." There is also a full menu of hands-on experiences such as making dragonfly beads using the lampwork technique, making them perfect as memorable souvenirs. This is an experiential tourism museum filled with the fun of ``watching,'' ``learning,'' ``creating,'' and ``buying.'' Address Nippon Building 2F, 79 Kyomachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0034 Closed days Year-end and New Year holidays December 31st to January 2nd Opening hours 10:00-19:00 (last entry until 18:45) Official website

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The Kobe Customs Public Relations Exhibition Room introduces the role and history of customs, displays methods of smuggling, counterfeit products that cannot be brought into Japan, items covered by the Washington Convention, etc., and experiences using metal detectors. You can do that. You can also tour the old building entrance and courtyard, which are used as filming spots for movies and TV dramas. The current government building is a symbolic building of Minato Kobe, and has been widely enjoyed by citizens since its completion in 1927.The current government building has been preserved and regenerated, preserving its historical scenery. In 2007, it is a valuable building that was certified as a ``Modern Industrial Heritage'' as part of the story of ``A group of modern industrial heritage sites that tell the history of Kobe Port's continued development as a commercial and trade port.'' *Please check the Kobe Customs website for the latest information on how to visit. Address 12-1 Shinminatocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0041 Closed days - Opening hours 8:30～17:00 (Monday to Friday (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays)) *Reservation required for groups (20 people or more) Official website

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Sorakuen is a garden run in the main residence of Mr. Yasujiro Kodera, construction of which began around 1880 and was completed at the end of the Meiji period. Since 1942, it has been owned by Kobe City and opened to the public. The Japanese garden, which has a pond with a stroll through stepping stones and stone bridges, is a veritable view of a deep mountain valley. The Sotetsuen Garden, the large camphor tree that is over 500 years old, the azaleas that bloom in spring, and the autumn leaves are also spectacular. In addition to the former Kodera stable, Funaya-style building, and former Hassam residence (all important cultural properties), which have an impressive stately main gate and European-style architecture, the tea room harmonizes with the landscape of the garden. Address 5-3-1 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0004 Closed days Every Thursday (open if it is a holiday, closed the next day) December 29th - January 3rd *Closed every day during the azalea viewing period (late April to early May every year). *Please contact the Sorakuen Office for information on closed days during other event periods. Opening hours 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (admission until 4:30 pm) Official website