Port of Kobe

Meriken Park and Harbourland offer what Kobe is about: beautiful waterfront sceneries. 

Meriken Park

This park is close to Meriken Pier which was opened as a gateway to cargos from abroad in 1868. The park overlooks  the sea, making your trip romantic.
You could have rare opportunity to get to see the scene of the ship and the ship shaped hotel together if you are lucky. 

To celebrate 150th anniversary of KOBE Port, the new monument 'BE KOBE' was built in 2017. The word "BE KOBE" was born from the citizens in KOBE to wish all of the KOBE people for the future after 15 years from the Big Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake which hit KOBE. It expresses the idea of bring proud of ourselves being KOBE citizens.  

The monument began the instagenic spot for its cute logo. Today also iy features many tourists. 

KOBE Harbourland Umie

This shopping mall offeres a variety of leisure options including shopping, dining and watching movies. Gaslight Street featuring might illumination is a must-see spot. Cruise ships can be spotted near the mall. 

Kobe Port Tower 

this 108 meter tower is the first lattice tower in the world. The tower's night light up is a must-see spot. You could get to see the beautiful city of Kobe from 5 observation floors and 3 specialty floors if you go up to the top of the tower. 

Kobe Maritime Museum 

This ship-like museum showcases Kawasaki's state of art Products. The museum is a good place to learn about the history of Kobe Port and Kawasaki Co. which is a big ship company known all over the world.