One-Day Scenic Train Trip in Kobe, Japan

Day 1: Explore Kobe's Charm

Kobe, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Bakery COCCO

Kick off your day with the warm aroma of fresh-baked goods at Bakery COCCO, where you can enjoy their famous melon bread and a cup of homemade coffee.
Travel by private transport or a short walk from your accommodation to the bakery.
JPY800, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Kobe Harborland

After breakfast, take a short train ride to Kobe Harborland, a vibrant area filled with shops, cafes, and stunning waterfront views.
Board the train from Sannomiya Station to Harborland Station.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Ride the Kobe Ropeway

Catch the Kobe Ropeway up to the top of Mt. Rokko, where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Kobe and its surrounding sea.
Return to Sannomiya Station and take the city bus to the ropeway station.
JPY1,500, 1.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Kobe Beef Steak House

Indulge in a luxurious lunch featuring the world-renowned Kobe beef at Steakland, where succulent steaks are grilled to perfection right in front of you.
Take the bus back to Sannomiya Station, then walk to the restaurant.
JPY3,000, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Explore Nankinmachi (Chinatown)

Head over to Nankinmachi, Kobe's vibrant Chinatown, where you can wander through colorful streets and sample street food like steamed buns and dumplings.
Take a short walk from the restaurant to Nankinmachi.
Free (food costs vary), 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Visit the Kobe Museum

Discover the history and culture of Kobe at the Kobe Museum, featuring various exhibitions, including art and local heritage.
Walk from Nankinmachi to the museum.
JPY500, 1 hour

4:30PM

Relax at Meriken Park

Stroll through Meriken Park, a waterfront park that showcases modern architecture and sculpture, perfect for unwinding after your museum visit.
It’s a short walk from the Kobe Museum.
Free, 1 hour

5:30PM

Dinner at Sannomiya

End your day with dinner at Kobe Sannomiya, where you can find izakaya-style dining options that serve a mix of local and international dishes.
Take a short walk from Meriken Park to Sannomiya.
JPY2,500, 1.5 hours
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