Historical & Cultural heritage
The Origin of “Meriken”: A Name Rooted in Kobe’s Port History
Events
Events Kobe Christmas Market 2025 at Nunobiki Herb Gardens | Illuminations & Night View Magic in Kobe
Experience the magic of winter at Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens during the Kobe Christmas Market 2025. Enjoy breathtaking night views, glowing illuminations, German-style markets, and mulled wine—all just minutes from Sannomiya by ropeway.
Events Discover Kobe’s New “Borderline” Between Sannomiya and Motomachi — A Fun Photo Spot on Kyomachi-suji Street
三宮と元町の“境界線”がついに登場！ 綱引きイベントで決まった京町筋に、「ここから元町」「ここから三宮」と書かれたタペストリーが設置されました。街のユーモラスなボーダーラインとして注目を集めています。
Events Experience the Refined Art of Tea — “TEA KOBE 2025: Premium Collection” Returns to Kitano
Experience TEA KOBE 2025 – Premium Collection in Kobe’s Kitano district.A two-day tea festival uniting Japanese, Chinese, herbal, and black teas from across Japan.Enjoy exclusive tastings, artisan tea experiences, and a refined tea lifestyle.
Events Vissel Kobe Takes Over Misakikoen Station — Nogizaka46’s Mao Ioki Joins the 30th Anniversary Celebration
To celebrate Vissel Kobe’s 30th anniversary, Misakikoen Station has been fully decorated in club colors.Nogizaka46’s Mao Ioki attended the unveiling ceremony, delighting fans with smiles and autographs.
Events Kobe Motomachi Lights Up — The Elegant Glow of the Kyu-Kyoryuchi Winter Illumination
Experience the 2025 Kyu-Kyoryuchi Illumination in Kobe Motomachi — an elegant winter lights event extending along Akashimachi-suji Street.Enjoy a romantic stroll through Kobe’s historic Old Settlement glowing in soft, golden light.
Art & Culture Kobe Immersed in the Colors of India — “India Mela 2025” Returns to Meriken Park
Experience India in Kobe! “India Mela 2025” brings Indian food, culture, music, dance, and colorful market stalls to Meriken Park — the largest Indian festival in western Japan.
Events Kobe Nankinmachi Mid-Autumn Festival 2025: 3 Days of Lion Dances and Festive Nights
Experience Kobe’s Nankinmachi Mid-Autumn Festival from Oct 4–6, 2025. Enjoy thrilling lion dances, Cai Qing, and exclusive food specials.
Events Kobe’s Distant View of Expo 2025 Fireworks: Witness the Nightly Show at 6:35 PM!
Watch Expo 2025 fireworks from Kobe every night at 6:35 PM! Discover the best spots to see the light show from a distance—even without entering the Expo venue.
Events Hanshin Tigers Victory Commemorative Stamp Rally – Collect All 6 Stamps Along the Hanshin Line
Celebrate the Hanshin Tigers’ Central League victory with a stamp rally at six Hanshin Railway stations. Collect all stamps by Dec 31, 2025!
Events Kobe Storks Open Preseason with Convincing Win over Korean Powerhouse
The Kobe Storks defeated Korean powerhouse Daegu KOGAS Pegasus in a preseason clash, proving their readiness for the 2025–26 B.LEAGUE season.