Hyogo
Kobe
Popular places to visit
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.
Port of Kobe
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Mount Rokko
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Rokkosan Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Kobe with a visit to Rokkosan Ski Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Hyogo Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Location of this hotel is good, building is just next to the bus terminal. So taking bus shuttle to airport is very convenient, highly recommended. No need drag yr heavy luggage to the train station, save lotsa times. Only bad thing is room super small, those carrying big luggage(28 inch-31inch) ...
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Location
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The hotel is conveniently located among many nice restaurants but in what seems to be a red light district so beware. Although it still means tourists are very safe because it is in Japan.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
I stayed in this hotel twice on this trip. The hotel provided sufficient service for a fuss free stay. Location is excellent and is accessible to almost all the malls and train station via link and bridges. The hotel even stored our luggages when we checked out to venture to Kinosakionsen for two ...
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Room is clean and staff is excellent
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Very clean
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Hyogo
Shinkaichi
While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Nankin-machi
Kobe's Chinatown, Nankin-machi, offers a variety of Chinese and Japanese food options, with over a hundred restaurants and shops. Explore the Chinese temple, three archways, and zodiac pavilion, while enjoying easy access to Motomachi train station.
Kobe City Centre
Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Sannomiya Shrine is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.
Kitano
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitano Ijinkan Street or Shin-Kobe Ropeway.
Sannomiya
Serving as Kobe's financial, commercial, and entertainment center, Sannomiya boasts the historic Sannomiya Shrine and is a major transportation hub with Kobe-Sannomiya Station connecting various railway systems.
