Kobe

The city extends between Mount Rokko and Osaka Bay, featuring nine distinct administrative wards and numerous commercial districts connected by efficient transportation networks.

The port of Kobe initiated operations in 1868, transforming from a small fishing village into a major international maritime center for Japanese trade.

The Nada district contains multiple sake breweries producing traditional Japanese rice wine, utilizing pure water sources from Mount Rokko for fermentation.

The Port Liner automated transit system connects Sannomiya Station to Port Island and Kobe Airport through an elevated railway across the harbor.

The Arima Onsen district maintains natural hot springs containing high concentrations of iron and carbonate, drawing mineral water from 1,000 meters underground.

Location: Hyōgo Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1889

Capital city: Chūō-ku

Part of: Kobe metropolitan area, Keihanshin

Shares border with: Akashi, Miki, Sanda, Takarazuka, Nishinomiya, Ashiya, Inami

Website: https://city.kobe.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.69017,135.19544

Latest update: May 28, 2025 00:20