Kobe City Hall, Municipal government skyscraper in Kanō-chō, Japan.
The 30-story Kobe City Hall features office spaces, administrative departments, and an observation lobby on the 24th floor overlooking the surrounding mountains and ocean.
Completed in 1989 by architectural firm Nikken Sekkei, the building remained functional after the Great Hanshin Earthquake of 1995, symbolizing the city's strength.
The General Information Desk provides services in seventeen languages, making it a central point for international residents seeking administrative assistance in Kobe.
Located six minutes from Sannomiya Station, the building includes wheelchair-accessible elevators, family-friendly facilities, and free access to the observation area.
The observation lobby, positioned 100 meters above ground, presents views of Rokko Island to the east and Kobe Harborland to the west.
Location: Kanō-chō
Architects: Nikken Sekkei
Floors above the ground: 30
Website: https://city.kobe.lg.jp/a28956/shise/about/building
GPS coordinates: 34.68940,135.19600
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:51
Kobe foreign settlement
345 m
Kobe Luminarie
573 m
Kobe International House
315 m
Mint Kobe
561 m
Kobe East Park
154 m
5th Regional Coast Guard Headquarters
527 m
Kobe City Museum
363 m
Former Foreign Settlement Building No. 15
412 m
Shōsen Mitsui Building
541 m
Kobe Commerce, Industry and Trade Center Building
366 m
Center Plaza
428 m
Kobe Asahi Building
346 m
Kobe Marui
384 m
Kobe Sanbō Hall
327 m
Kobe Kotsu Center Building
472 m
Kyūkyoryūchi 38 Ban-kan
488 m
Kobe Lamp Museum
216 m
Kaigan Building
584 m
Chartered Building
446 m
Kobe Regatta & Athletic Club
326 m
Kobe Lampwork Glass Museum
224 m
Japan Pearl Center
272 m
Former Kobe Municipal Raw Silk Conditioning House
551 m
Ono hachiman-jinja
130 m
GENIUS GALLERY
554 m
Former National Raw Silk Conditioning Houses
582 m
Kobe Doll Museum
496 m
Kobe Sauna & Spa
643 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes