Discover Hyogo Japan

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Discover Hyogo Japan

Welcome to HyogoJapan.com. Our goal is to provide you with the best sightseeing spots, restaurants, outdoor spots and more in Kobe city and Hyogo Prefecture. We also feature many events and latest news on our blog.

   
New Outdoors
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Maiko Park

Maiko Park (舞子公園) is located just in front of JR Maiko Station and is at the base of the magnificent Akashi Read more…
New Museums
Kobe Museums

Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum

The Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum 竹中大工道具館 is a beautiful gallery which showcases the world of Japanese carpentry connecting tradition and Read more…
New Museums
Kakogawa Marine Culture Center

Kakogawa Marine Culture Center

Kakogawa Marine Culture Center 加古川海洋文化センター is a culture/community center with a nice exhibition space for children to learn about marine Read more…
New Cafes
Seto Inland Sea Views

Osaki Wa Cafe

Enjoy a meal with a magnificent view overlooking the Seto Inland Sea (Setonaikai). Osaki Wa Cafe (Osaki 和 Cafe) in Ako, Read more…
New Restaurants
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Mitsui Outlet Park – Marine Pia Kobe

Latest News: On 27 June 2022 it was revealed that Marine Pia Kobe will close at the end of January Read more…
New Sightseeing Spots
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Himeji Castle

Himeji Castle is a Cultural World Heritage site and is widely considered the best castle in Japan. It has a Read more…
New Sightseeing Spots
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Awaji Jenova Line Akashi Office

Awaji Jenova Line Akashi Office 淡路ジェノバライン is the dock where you board the ferry to Iwaya Port on Awaji Island. The Read more…
New Sightseeing Spots
Kobe Winery

Kobe Winery

Kobe Winery perched on a hill in the west of Kobe produces wine from a variety of grapes grown in Read more…
New Shopping
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Kyukyoryuchi | Daimaru Department Store

The former foreign settlement area in Kobe is known as Kyukyoryuchi. Kobe opened its port to foreign trade in 1868, Read more…
New Zoos | Aquariums
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Nature Studio Kobe | Minatoyama Aquarium

Nature Studio Kobe is a multi-purpose community facility in Kobe, housed in a renovated building that was formerly the historic Read more…
New Museums
Kobe Museums

UCC Coffee Museum (temporarily closed)

NOTE: UCC Coffee Museum is current closed. Keep an eye out on their official website for the latest information. (Updated Read more…
New Temples & Shrines
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Kakinomoto Shrine

Kakinomoto Shrine 柿本神社 is a small Shinto shrine in Akashi. Its often used for worship to the deity of education and Read more…
New Cafes
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Kobe City Hall Observation Deck

Kobe City Hall Observation Deck is a free observation deck is located on the 24th floor of Kobe City Hall, Read more…
New Restaurants
Kobe Restaurants and Bars

Yakitori & Craft Beer Hop Stand

Yakitori & Craft Beer Hop Stand is a stylish place to enjoy some locally brewed craft beers and yakitori (grilled chicken Read more…
New Cafes
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Copenhagen Suma Hot Dogs

Copenhagen Suma Hot Dogs コペンハーゲン is an iconic eatery in Kobe serving arguably the best hot dogs in Japan. The shop celebrated Read more…
New Cafes
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RH Bagels

Huge tasty bagels with plenty of sides and a great cozy atmosphere, this is what you can expect at RH Read more…
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