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Top 8 Attractions in Kobe for First-Time Visitors
From the iconic Meriken Park waterfront to the mountain temples of Nunobiki, discover the must-see sights that make...
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Food & Drink
Kobe Beef: What It Actually Is and How to Eat It Right
Kobe beef is one of the world's most famous foods — but what makes it special, and how do you find the real thing?...
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Neighborhoods
Kitano-cho: Kobe's Charming Hillside Foreign Quarter
Kitano-cho is a unique hilltop neighborhood where 19th-century Western mansions, tree-lined lanes, and sweeping harbor...
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History & Culture
How Kobe Became Japan's Most International Port City
Kobe's opening to foreign trade in 1868 transformed a small fishing village into one of Asia's great port cities....
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Events & Festivals
Kobe Luminarie: Japan's Most Poignant Winter Light Festival
Every December, Kobe's streets are transformed by thousands of glowing lights in tribute to the victims of the 1995...
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Living in Kobe
Moving to Kobe: A Practical Guide for Expats and New Residents
Thinking of relocating to Kobe? This practical guide covers neighborhoods, transport, housing, healthcare, and what...
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