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Sorakuen Garden
Discover tranquility at Sorakuen Garden, a beautifully preserved Japanese garden in the heart of Kobe.
Attractions
Scenic, Garden, Historical, Cultural
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Sorakuen Garden offers a serene escape in the middle of Kobe, where you can stroll through traditional Japanese landscaping, featuring koi ponds, historic teahouses, and carefully curated greenery. Originally a private garden for the residence of a former mayor, it’s now a public space that invites you to experience the peaceful beauty of Japanese garden design. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon or quiet reflection, Sorakuen Garden provides a calm retreat from the city's bustle.
Facilities & Services
- Japanese Garden
- Teahouses
- Scenic Walking Paths
Hyogo Prefectural Maiko Park
A coastal promenade beneath the world’s longest suspension bridge—Maiko Park blends historic villas, modern engineering, and wave-lapped serenity.
Tocen Goshoboh
A 12th-century ryokan reimagined for the present—Tocen Goshoboh offers literary depth, gold-spring waters, and serene Arima hospitality.
Suma Rikyu Park
Terraced fountains, rose gardens, and pine-lined promenades—Suma Rikyu Park is Kobe’s answer to Versailles, with a sea breeze.
Gigantor Monument
Standing 18 meters tall in a quiet city park, the Gigantor Monument celebrates a manga hero—and the spirit of postwar Kobe.
Mount Rokkō
Kobe’s breezy alpine escape—Mount Rokkō offers city-to-sea views, seasonal flower fields, and a full mountaintop playground in the clouds.