生田東門商店街

Ikuta Higashi-mon Shopping Street is a compact commercial zone near the eastern gate of Ikuta Shrine, lined with shops, bars, and restaurants. The area focuses mainly on dining and entertainment venues along a narrow pedestrian street.

The street takes its name from the eastern gate of Ikuta Shrine, a religious site with origins reaching back to the 3rd century. The area later developed as an entertainment district for visitors of the nearby shrine.

The area comes alive with dining and entertainment after dark, with many local restaurants serving food you would typically find in the region.

The street sits near Sannomiya Station and is within easy walking distance from most parts of Kobe. Activity picks up in the afternoon and continues through early morning hours, with the busiest time after sunset.

The area has served as a filming location for several Japanese movies, including productions known in the entertainment world. Movie fans can walk past shooting locations while exploring the nightlife.

Location: Chūō-ku

GPS coordinates: 34.69477,135.19148

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04