Kobe Travel Guide

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Kobe resonates with a cool, hip vibe, a condition of its internationalism and its position between mountains and sea. With more than 44,000 gaijin (foreigners) living in the city, representing more than 120 countries, Kobe may be Japan's most diverse city. It has great international cuisine, from Indonesian to French. It also has some of the best Japanese cuisine, specializing in Kobe beef.

Kobe Hotels

Kobe is an industrialized city that caters to business travelers. There are many comfortable, well-situated business hotels. Unless otherwise noted, all...read more

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Kobe Restaurants

Kobe is the place to find international cuisine, especially dishes from Southeast Asia. Excellent restaurants are found practically anywhere, but are especially...read more

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Things To Do in Kobe

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Top Reasons to Go to Kobe

The Beef: Tender, highly marbleized Kobe beef is world famous. It's easy to find a good steak house, so don't miss out!... Read more