Kobe, Japan

Kobe Travel Guide

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Local name: 神戸市 Population: 1.52 mil. (2019)Area: 213.22 mi²Elevation: 72 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°41'41"N, 135°11'31"E
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Kobe Top Attractions

Kobe Attractions - What to See and Explore

Kobe offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Oji Zoo, Kobe Port Tower, Noevir Stadium Kobe, Kobe Sports Park Baseball Stadium. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Things to See and Do in Kobe by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Kobe.

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    Moto-Sumiyoshi Shrine

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    Ikuta Shrine

    KobeOne of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines
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    Kobe Mosque

    Kobe20th-century mosque, the first in Japan
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    Minatogawa Shrine

    KobeTranquil post-war Shinto shrine
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    Nōfuku-ji

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Kobe – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Kobe, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Himeji Castle (Himeji), Tōdai-ji (Nara), Osaka Castle (Osaka).

  • himeji castle30 milesW
  • todai ji nara37 milesE
  • osaka castle19 milesE
  • universal studios japan osaka14 milesE
  • kasuga taisha nara37 milesE

Best Time To Visit Kobe

Learn when is the best time to travel to Kobe weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, August, November and December.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in December. Most of it rains in June.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Kobe?

What is the best time to visit Kobe?

May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, August, November and December. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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