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Universal Studios Japan
There are thrilling rides themed around Hollywood's superstar movies, fantastic performances by popular cartoon characters, and more, so everyone can have fun! Featuring the world's first Nintendo theme park, experience the world of Super Mario in an immersive way! Festive limited parades and float tours! Everyone is a protagonist in this enthusiastic parade where everyone is full of passion and vigor! Universal Studios Japan (“USJ”) in Osaka is one of the world's five Universal Studios theme parks, which opened for business in 2001 and is a classic and wonderful world of fun in the hearts of many visitors. It is similar in design to Universal Studios Orlando in the U.S., with popular parks such as Jurassic Park, Hollywood, and Waterworld, and more than 60 fun-filled attractions. With these attractions, you can enjoy a day of fun and entertainment at Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is also home to popular themed IP parks such as “Super Nintendo World (Mario/Super Mario)”, “Minion Park” and “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”. Whether it's interacting with the minions, riding on Mario Kart, or traveling through the Wizarding World of Hogwarts, it's an unforgettable experience that is full of excitement. △“Super Nintendo World” is the world's first Nintendo theme park built by Nintendo in cooperation with Universal Studios Japan. With the globally popular Super Mario as the protagonist, the game's Kuba Castle, Princess Brigitte's Castle, and the Mushroom Kingdom are reproduced 1:1 in a super-realistic way, providing immersive experiences of the world of Super Mario! △The “Freeze Ray Sliders” and “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem” will get you involved in a huge farce and heat wave with the minions! The Minions have finally fulfilled their ambitions! All of humanity will be a part of the mayhem at the Minion Park! △Embracing a variety of areas with unique characteristics, wonderment and surprise, Universal Studios Japan covers a whole spectrum of world-class entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events for all ages to enjoy. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will reproduce the world from the Harry Potter™ stories, bringing it to life on a phenomenal scale at Universal Studios Japan.Osaka · 21.8 km from Kobe
Taiko no Yu
Arima Onsen has a history of more than 1,000 years and is a famous hot spring known as the "Hot Spring of Ancient Japan". Taiko no Yu covers an area of about 7,000 square meters and is the largest hot spring theme park in the Arima area. The "Three Famous Springs of Arima" in the facility - golden spring, silver spring, and carbonated spring, allow you to enjoy the pleasure of bathing in hot springs.Kobe · 13 km from downtown
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is a relatively old hot spring in the Kansai region, located in Arima Town, Kita Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. Arima Onsen, one of Japan's three largest hot springs, is a 1,300-year-old hot spring area that is said to have been built by Buddhist monks in the 8th century. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, you can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring and maple trees in autumn. In addition to the famous hot springs, this place is quite popular with tourists. The water quality of Arima Onsen is rich in minerals, and it is divided into golden spring, silver spring, radium spring and carbonated spring according to different spring quality. In addition, because the spring quality of Arima Onsen is slightly salty, it is rumored that if an ancient samurai was injured, soaking in this area would make the wound easier to heal. Bathing here, the warm heat often mirrors the dense clouds and mists of the mountains outside. Today's hot spring area is a concentration of elegant hot spring hotels, and the quiet style is another charming style of Kobe.Kobe · 12.9 km from downtown
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens
Located inLiujia MountainKobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens is an oasis of tranquility in the bustling city, where you can immerse yourself in the world of flowers - admiring their beauty and breathing in their delicate fragrances. Take the "Dream Wind Ship" cable car up to the mountainside herb garden, where you'll be greeted by waves of enchanting aromas. Welcome to the "greenhouse that nurtures perfumes." The Vanilla Garden is a complex of medieval European-style architecture, featuring quaint cottages and lush, picturesque courtyards. In the Rose Symphony Garden, visitors can admire a dazzling variety of roses in full bloom, which are in excellent condition and serve as perfect raw materials for essential oils. The Perfume Sample Hall showcases numerous essential oil distillers from different eras and cultures, along with a detailed introduction to the history of perfume. Hundreds of perfume samples are available for visitors to try, and you can even vote for your favorite scent and leave a personal note. The upper floor of the European-style main building houses a unique restaurant that skillfully incorporates various spices into its dishes, offering a true feast for the eyes, nose, and palate. The garden's glass greenhouse cultivates many tropical plants, including pineapples, bananas, and even curry ingredients, all of which you can see up close during your visit.Kobe · 1.6 km from downtown
Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
Kitano still has the Ijinkan (Western-style building where foreigners live) left over from the Meiji era. With the opening of Kobe Port in 1968, Ijinkan gradually increased, making Kitano Ijinkan Street full of exotic flavors. There are now 20 or 30 Ijinkans open to the public. The white Western-style buildings standing on the corners of the street have many pleasing sights. The Kazami Chicken Hall, built in 1909, is a representative building of Kobe Ijinkan; the red brick exterior wall It is beautifully coordinated with the interior decoration of Art Nouveau and has a gorgeous style. The furniture of the year is also very valuable. There is also the Menghuang Pavilion, which was built in 1903 and used to be the residence of the American Consul General.Kobe · 1.3 km from downtown
Port of Kobe
er, there is a building that looks like waves or white sails. This is the Kobe Maritime Museum. In addition to the beautiful appearance, there are also many attractions in the museum. You will see many ship models from ancient times to the present, and learn about the ocean, ships, Japan's maritime history and Kobe Port Tower. There is also a model ship of the future concept. "Yamato No. 1" is said to be powered by superconducting electromagnetism. It is novel and interesting, so don't miss it. There is also a unique building not far from the Kobe Port Tower and the Maritime Museum, the Oriental Hotel, which looks like a luxury cruise ship docked by the port. In addition, there is Kobe Port Earthquake Memorial Park on the east side of the park, so you may wish to visit it if you have time. Walking a U-shape along the bay from the park, you can reach the mosaic garden opposite, which is part of Kobe Seaside Paradise. This comprehensive commercial area has shopping malls, restaurants, cinemas and other facilities. On the Mosaic Ferris wheel, you can enjoy 360-degree views of Kobe, as well as romantic night views.Kobe · 3.2 km from downtown
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
• Encounter approximately 620 species of living creatures • The world's largest aquarium • You can come into contact with a variety of animals Kaiyukan is an aquarium that faithfully reproduces the natural environment of the Pacific Ocean and its surrounding waters. Each region of the Ring of Fire that surrounds the Pacific Ocean has been selected and reproduced in a large tank. Each tank in the aquarium is positioned to correspond to an actual geographical location in the Pacific Ocean. Approximately 30,000 creatures of 620 species are kept and exhibited in various tanks, including the "Pacific Ocean" tank in the center of the building where whale sharks swim leisurely, the "Japanese Forest" tank with a waterfall and lush vegetation, and the "Tasman Sea" tank where white-sided dolphins live. The "Jellyfish Galaxy" tank, which explores the charm of jellyfish, and the "Arctic Circle" tank, where ringed seals and other creatures live, are also popular. △ [Aqua Gate] A world of blue spreads out before you, like a transparent undersea tunnel. △ [Tasman Sea] In this tank, Pacific white-sided dolphins swim dynamically. △ [Pacific Ocean] This tank is home to many creatures, including majestically swimming whale sharks, gracefully flapping manta rays, and schools of starlings.Osaka · 21.7 km from Kobe
Mosaic Big Ferris Wheel
The Mosaic Big Ferris Wheel is located in Kobe, Japan, and is one of the iconic attractions in Kobe Port area, offering a unique experience to take in the panoramic views of the city. As a sightseeing attraction, the Mosaic Big Ferris Wheel is not only a great platform for visitors to admire Kobe's beautiful skyline but also an ideal spot for couples and families to enjoy romantic moments. Standing at 112m tall, a full ride on the Mosaic Big Ferris Wheel takes approx. 15 min. As it ascends slowly, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of Kobe Port, the distant Rokko Mountains, and the vibrant cityscape. When night falls, the Mosaic Big Ferris Wheel is illuminated with colorful lights, becoming a mesmerizing part of the port area's nightscape.Kobe · 1.6 km from downtown
Kobe Port Tower
As a special admission benefit exclusively for customers who purchased on Trip.com, we are offering a limited-time gift: "Kobe Port Tower original follow card - when you look at the light source through the round hole in the card, you'll see lots of hearts" ※Only for customers entering from September 20, 2026 to October 20, 2026※ [Follow card receipt method] Present your Trip.com voucher at the tower entrance and receive your ticket upon issuance. Notes Distribution may be terminated even during the period. - The follow card design is randomly selected, so you cannot choose. Kobe Port Tower was built in 1963 and is located in Meriken Park, serving as a landmark tourist tower in Kobe. The red tower is constructed with a conduit structure, and its drum-like shape (a traditional Japanese instrument) is highly curved. The tower stands 108 meters tall, with a 360-degree observation deck at its summit. At the base of the tower lies the bustling streets of Kobe, including Motomachi, Kitano, and Nankinmachi, offering views of Osaka, Awaji Island, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, Kobe Airport, and Mount Rokko. The museum features a rotary café and souvenir shops. In contrast to the white facade of the adjacent Kobe Maritime Museum, the bright red facade is beautifully illuminated with lights.Kobe · 1.2 km from downtown
Mount Rokkō
The green and continuous Rokko Mountain is located in the north of Kobe City and is 30 kilometers long from east to west. It is the largest outdoor leisure resort in the Kansai region. It is designated as part of the Seto Inland Sea National Park where you can enjoy the changes of natural beauty throughout the year. There is a wide plateau area around the top of Rokko, with golf courses, observation decks, alpine botanical gardens, tourist ranches, forest parks and other leisure places. At night, from the top of the mountain, you can see the charming night view of Kobe city and port, which is known as the "one million dollar night view".Kobe · 11.6 km from downtown
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Free things to do in Kobe
Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
Kobe · 1.3 km from downtownPort of Kobe
Kobe · 3.2 km from downtownMount Rokkō
Kobe · 11.6 km from downtown
Meriken Park
Kobe · 1.1 km from downtown
Kobe Chinatown Nankin-machi
Kobe · 707m from downtown
Nijigen no Mori
Awaji City · 21.9 km from Kobe
Umeda Sky Building
Osaka · 26.9 km from Kobe
Osaka Castle Park
Osaka · 30.2 km from Kobe
Ikuta Shrine
Kobe · 675m from downtown
Kobe Harborland
Kobe · 1.6 km from downtown
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What travellers say about Kobe
El-BowSeptember 20, 2026
5.0
A big reason I travelled to Japan was to visit universal. After time spent in rural and city surroundings through Asia I just wanted something that was all about fun and this was the perfect way to get that. Great rides, easy vibes, well put tighter and one of the most enjoyable parts to my trip.
Universal Studios Japan
我和我的家人March 24, 2026
5.0
It's great. This hot spring combines gold, silver, and carbonated baths; you can choose whichever you want. They give you a bag with a towel and bath towel when you enter, which you can return after use. The price is a bit high, but it's worth it because it offers more options than just soaking in the gold or silver baths individually. If you want to soak in either of those separately, you can choose separately.
Taiko no Yu
物理马力July 30, 2025
4.0
Besides the real spring water, it felt like a bathhouse in China during the summer, albeit with a more elaborate process. First, change into a bathhouse outfit, then shower, then put on your bathhouse outfit to change into your own clothes before leaving. No rest required, and the same process continued. I was given a key box twice. The cashier was quite quick. The food was reasonably priced.
Arima Onsen
Dea Ananda FitriaSeptember 12, 2026
5.0
A beautiful and peaceful place, especially if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Even though I visited on a cloudy day, the greenery and fresh atmosphere made me feel so relaxed, like I could finally breathe. It was such a healing experience and didn’t feel tiring at all.The view of Kobe from above was amazing, and riding the ropeway was definitely one of my favorite parts. Along the way, you can also see a beautiful waterfall. There are places to buy drinks, wine, ice cream, and souvenirs. I tried the ice cream and it was so refreshing and delicious! I also bought some souvenirs for myself and my family, and I think the prices were quite reasonable.Definitely recommended if you’re visiting Kobe and want to enjoy nature, beautiful views, and a peaceful atmosphere. 🌿✨
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens
HotelstayerFebruary 5, 2025
4.0
This area was filled with a variety of western cultures and traditions, including Italian and Denmark. It is definitely worth a visit.
Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
Edward123aJuly 7, 2025
5.0
Kobe Port is a famous port in Kansai, Japan. Every day, there will be endless Japanese tourists and foreign tourists coming here to enjoy the beautiful scenery. The Kobe Port during the day is very romantic, and the Kobe Port at night is very charming and has its own beauty. Kobe Port in Kansai, Japan, is a worth visiting attraction, praise.
Port of Kobe
Anonymous userAugust 26, 2026
5.0
Really nice aquarium with a range of animals, can be busy though
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
吴立珍September 29, 2020
4.0
The Ferris wheel is so beautiful when it turns on the lights after dark, and it keeps changing colors. It is a good place to enjoy the night view of Kobe. The night ride is very romantic. There is a Hello Kitty themed car that overlooks Kobe Port.
Mosaic Big Ferris Wheel
Selenge GJuly 27, 2026
4.0
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Kobe Port Tower
_TI***T2March 26, 2025
4.0
where this place to go for skiing in the winter and sightseeing in the summer , the cables are ok , the night scenery of the city looks great too
Mount Rokkō
