In Kobe’s historic Kitano district, a new curry restaurant has opened inside Kitano Nosta, a gourmet complex created from the renovation of the former Kitano Elementary School. Kitano Curry, which opened on September 19, 2025, serves a special “adult-style” curry made with 23 spices and two types of rich, spicy sauces.
Kitano Nosta Welcomes a New Curry Spot
Kitano is famous for its Western-style houses and international atmosphere. Now, inside Kitano Nosta, a cultural and gourmet hub, visitors can discover a new dining highlight: Kitano Curry. The restaurant offers a calm, chic interior, making it a comfortable stop for lunch while exploring Kobe’s hillside district.
Kitano Curry, located on the 2nd floor of Kobe Kitano Nosta.
Two Distinct Spicy Sauces
Each plate comes with two types of curry sauces.
The signature curry is cooked in an iron pot with 23 carefully blended spices, creating a deep, bold flavor. Guests can enjoy two original sauces:
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“Yellow”: A flavor highlighted by fruity sweetness and mellow richness.
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“Black”: A slightly bitter and deeply rich taste, enhanced with cocoa and black sesame.
You can savor them separately or mix them on your plate to enjoy different layers of taste.
One of the menu favorites: Tajima Chicken Curry.
The Flavor of Grilled Cheese Topping
Cheese topping being lightly grilled before serving.
For those who enjoy extra richness, the cheese topping is a must-try. Lightly grilled before serving, the cheese develops a golden-brown crust that adds aroma and mellows the spice, creating a perfect balance. Even those who usually avoid spicy dishes will find it enjoyable.
Tajima Chicken Curry topped with golden-browned cheese.
Pickles and House Spice “Peri-Peri”
Pickled condiments such as fukujinzuke and shallots are free to enjoy.
Every curry comes with a side of condiments. Visitors can freely help themselves to pickled vegetables such as fukujinzuke, pickled shallots, and “Piku-Rakkyo” (a mix of pickles and rakkyo). On each table, you’ll also find Kitano Curry’s secret “Peri-Peri” spice, which adds a fiery kick when sprinkled on top.
Three Main Curry Dishes
The full Kitano Curry menu.
The menu includes three options, each served with the two curry sauces:
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Iron-Pot Curry Rice — ¥880
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Kobe Pork Cutlet Curry — ¥1,430
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Tajima Chicken Curry — ¥1,210
Every dish captures the essence of Kobe’s gourmet spirit while offering a unique curry experience that visitors won’t find elsewhere.
Store Information
Kitano Curry
📍 2F, Kobe Kitano Nosta, 3-17-1 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe
🕒 Hours: 11:00 – 16:00 (until curry sells out)
❌ Closed: Thursdays
