Mount Maya, Kobe

Name: Mount Maya
Address: Kobe, Japan

#50 among attractions in Kobe

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Mount Maya is a 698.6-metre-high mountain in Kobe, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. This mountain is one of the major peaks of the Rokkō Mountains, and is the most popular peak for visitors on the West-Rokkō Mountains. ()

Local name: 摩耶山 Elevation: 2292 ftCoordinates: 34°43'0"N, 135°11'60"E

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中央区 (中央6)Kobe Japan

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Mount Maya – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oji Zoo, Nunobiki Falls, Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum.

1 miSE
Aquarium, Garden, Zoo
Oji Zoo, Kobe
25 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Kobe, Japan, Oji Zoo stands as a delightful haven for both animal lovers and families seeking a day of fun and education. This cherished zoological park, which covers an area of over 80,000 square meters, is home to a rich variety of...
0.6 miSW
Well-known group of waterfalls
Nunobiki Falls, Kobe
15 min walk • Nunobiki Falls, a scenic quartet of waterfalls located in Kobe, Japan, is a natural spectacle steeped in cultural significance and aesthetic splendor. Nestled in the lush, mountainous terrain behind Kobe, these falls have been celebrated in Japanese literature and art...
1.6 miSE
Japanese and Western art museum
Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, Kobe
41 min walk • The Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, nestled in the vibrant city of Kobe, Japan, is a beacon for art enthusiasts and a testament to the region's cultural renaissance. Designed by the renowned architect Tadao Ando, the museum was inaugurated in 2002 and stands as a...
0.7 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, Kobe
18 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Kobe, Japan, the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum stands as a unique testament to the art and tradition of Japanese carpentry. This specialized museum, the first of its kind in Japan, offers a deep dive into the history, craftsmanship,...
0.9 miSE
Museum, History museum
Kobe City Museum of Literature, Kobe
24 min walk • Nestled in the scenic port city of Kobe, Japan, the Kobe City Museum of Literature stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and intellectual exploration. This museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich literary legacy of the region, offering visitors an...
1.3 miN
Park, View point
Kikuseidai, Kobe
33 min walk • Kikuseidai is a view point and a park just aside of the top of Maya-san in Kobe, Japan. It has one of the Three Major Night Views of Japan called ten million dollar night views.
1.1 miE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Oji Stadium, Kobe
27 min walk • Kobe Oji Stadium, or simply Ōji Stadium, is an athletic stadium in Kobe, Hyōgo, Japan. It is east of Ōji Zoo and south of the Ōji Sports Center's auxiliary stadium. It hosted the 1963 Emperor's Cup. The final game between Waseda University and Hitachi was played there on January 15, 1964.
0.5 miSW
Botanical garden with cafes
Nunobiki Herb Garden, Kobe
14 min walk • The Nunobiki Herb Garden is a herb garden located on Mount Rokkō above Kobe, Japan. It is open daily; an admission fee is charged. The garden is accessed by Shin-Kobe Ropeway gondola lift from downtown Kobe. It features over 75,000 herbs, plus greenhouses, restaurant and cafe, museums, exhibits, and gift shops.
1.2 miN
Tram, Aerial tramway, Transport
Maya Ropeway, Kobe
31 min walk • The Maya Ropeway is Japanese aerial lift line in Kōbe, Hyōgo, operated by Kōbe City Urban Development. Together with Maya Cablecar, the line has an official nickname Maya View Line Yume-Sanpo.
0.7 miSW
Reservoir, Dam
Nunobiki Dam, Kobe
18 min walk • Nunobiki Dam is a dam in Kobe, in Hyōgo Prefecture of Japan. It is the first concrete gravity dam in Japan. It is situated in Chuo-ku, Kobe, at the foot of the mountain stream Nunohiki and waterfall of the same name.
1.3 miS
Universities and schools
Kobe Institute of Computing, Kobe
33 min walk • Kobe Institute of Computing; Graduate School of Information Technology is a private university in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mount Maya?

Nearby attractions include Nunobiki Herb Garden, Kobe (14 min walk), Nunobiki Falls, Kobe (15 min walk), Nunobiki Dam, Kobe (18 min walk), Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, Kobe (18 min walk).

How to get to Mount Maya by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mount Maya:

Bus

野崎通5丁目 • Lines: 2 (15 min walk)
熊内5丁目 • Lines: 2 (15 min walk)

Train

Shin-Kobe (19 min walk)
Maya Cable (24 min walk)

Metro

Shin-Kobe • Lines: S (23 min walk)