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Historic ryokan in Akashi offering refined kaiseki cuisine, garden-view suites, and a peaceful seaside setting overlooking the Akashi Strait.
料亭旅館 人丸花壇
Hitomaru Kadan

Akashi, Hyogo

World-class aquarium and marine park on the Kobe coast offering dolphin shows, ocean exhibits, and interactive educational experiences.
神戸須磨シーワールド
Kobe Suma SeaWorld

Suma Ward, Kobe

Elegant hot spring ryokan in Kinosaki Onsen offering refined kaiseki dining, open-air baths, and traditional Japanese hospitality.
湯楽 Kinosaki Spa & Gardens
Yuraku Kinosaki Spa & Gardens

Toyooka, Hyogo

A traditional Japanese restaurant located inside Koko-en Garden, offering seasonal set meals and kaiseki dining.
活水軒
Kassui-ken

Himeji, Hyogo

An iconic viewpoint famous for its breathtaking night views and romantic "love lock" tradition overlooking downtown Kobe.
ビーナスブリッジ
Venus Bridge

Chuo Ward, Kobe

A large countryside theme park on Awaji Island offering animal encounters, seasonal flowers, and activities for families.
淡路ファームパーク イングランドの丘
Awaji Farm Park England Hill

Minamiawaji, Hyogo

Step into the Hidden Leaf Village and train like a shinobi at this interactive Naruto & Boruto-themed park on Awaji Island’s Nijigen no Mori.
NARUTO＆BORUTO 忍里
Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-Zato

Awaji, Hyogo

A European-style roadside oasis featuring seasonal fruit picking, flower gardens, and gourmet food stalls near Mt. Rokko.
神戸フルーツ・フラワーパーク 大沢
Kobe Fruit and Flower Park Ozo Rest Area

Kita Ward, Kobe

A scenic mountaintop ranch offering hands-on experiences with sheep, goats, and dairy-making—perfect for families and animal lovers.
六甲山牧場
Rokkosan Pasture

Nada Ward, Kobe

A literary museum located in a neo-Gothic former library, dedicated to the writers and poets who shaped Kobe’s cultural legacy.
神戸文学館
Kobe City Museum of Literature

Nada Ward, Kobe

Luxury seaside villa in northern Awaji featuring sweeping ocean views, private infinity pools, and sleek modern design overlooking the Akashi Strait.
コーラルスイートヴィラ淡路
CORAL SUITE VILLA Awaji

Awaji, Hyogo

Oceanfront resort hotel near Kobe Suma SeaWorld featuring marine-themed rooms, ocean views, and direct access to the aquarium and beach.
神戸須磨シーワールドホテル
Kobe Suma SeaWorld Hotel

Suma Ward, Kobe

Elegant oceanfront resort on Awaji Island featuring private villas, outdoor baths, and sweeping views of the Seto Inland Sea.
KONA RESORT AWAJI KAI（コナリゾート淡路 海）
KONA RESORT AWAJI KAI

Awaji, Hyogo

A visionary complex designed by Tadao Ando that features terraced gardens, ocean views, and modernist concrete architecture.
淡路夢舞台
Awaji Yumebutai

Awaji, Hyogo

A nostalgic mountaintop amusement park with panoramic views of Kobe and the sea, accessible via a charming ropeway and funicular combo.
須磨浦山上遊園
Sumaura Sanjo Amusement Park

Suma Ward, Kobe

A coastal café on Awaji Island serving famously fluffy pancakes. with ocean views and a laid-backre.
幸せのパンケーキ 淡路島リゾート
A Happy Pancake

Awaji, Hyogo

Iconic home of the Takarazuka Revue, Japan’s legendary all-female theater troupe, combining Western musicals, romantic epics, and Japanese precision in stunning performances.
宝塚大劇場
Takarazuka Grand Theater

Takarazuka, Hyogo

A peaceful, maple-lined park in the historic Arima Onsen district, Zuihoji Park erupts with vibrant colors every fall.
瑞宝寺公園
Zuihoji Park

Kita Ward, Kobe

A peaceful mountaintop garden featuring over 1,500 species of alpine and cold-climate plants from Japan and around the world.
六甲高山植物園
Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden

Nada Ward, Kobe

A quiet wooden house in Kobe’s Sumiyoshi district, once home to renowned novelist Tanizaki Jun’ichirō, is now maintained as a literary and architectural museum.
旧谷崎潤一郎邸「倚松庵」
Ishoan (Former Residence of Tanizaki Jun’ichirō)

Higashinada Ward, Kobe

Elegant onsen ryokan along the Maruyama River in Kinosaki offering open-air baths, seasonal kaiseki dining, and refined Japanese hospitality.
川口屋城崎リバーサイドホテル
Kawaguchiya Kinosaki Riverside Hotel

Toyooka, Hyogo

Luxury designer villa in southern Awaji with ocean-view suites, private pools, and elegant modern architecture along the Seto Inland Sea.
デザイナーズヴィラ エッジ
designer’s villa EDGE

Minamiawaji, Hyogo

Luxury glamping resort in the Asago mountains offering panoramic views, private domes, and a refined escape into Hyogo’s natural beauty.
SUGOMoRIリゾート 生野高原
SUGOMoRI Resort Ikuno Kogen

Asago, Hyogo

A whimsical museum displaying mechanical dolls and vintage toys in the heart of Arima Onsen.
有馬玩具博物館
Arima Toys and Automata Museum

Kita Ward, Kobe

A hilltop destination overlooking the Naruto Strait, known for whirlpool views, a large onion sculpture, and local food souvenirs.
うずの丘 大鳴門橋記念館
Uzu no Oka Onaruto Bridge Memorial Museum

Minamiawaji, Hyogo

A Hello Kitty-themed fantasy world on Awaji Island featuring projection shows, gourmet dining, character art, and sea views.
ハローキティスマイル
Hello Kitty Smile

Awaji, Hyogo

An ancient Shingon temple linked to the tragic fall of the Heike clan, famous for its poetic legends, cultural treasures, and spiritual tranquility.
須磨寺
Suma-dera

Suma Ward, Kobe

One of Japan’s renowned "Three Great Night Views," Kikuseidai provides a sweeping panoramic view of Kobe, Osaka Bay, and the surrounding areas from the summit of Mount Maya.
掬星台展望台
Kikuseidai Observation Platform

Nada Ward, Kobe

Japan’s largest athletic park on a mountaintop—GREENIA combines woodland adventures, outdoor challenges, and family-friendly activities on Mount Rokko.
六甲山アスレチックパークGREENIA
Mount Rokko Adventure Kingdom GREENIA

Nada Ward, Kobe

A bold, thought-provoking museum dedicated to the prolific and eccentric Yokoo Tadanori, located in a beautifully preserved Taisho-era public bath.
横尾忠則現代美術館
Yokoo Tadanori Museum of Contemporary Art

Nada Ward, Kobe

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