Locations

Hyogo Ward Office
The Hyogo Ward Office in Kobe serves as the administrative center for the Hyogo Ward. It provides a variety of services to residents, including…1511
Kita-ku Ward Office
This is the Ward Office for Kita-ku and the place any JETs living in Hanayama will be registered. You will have been here at least once when you…1279
Suma Aquarium (Suma Aqualife Park)
An aquarium that almost every elementary school student in Kobe has been to, the Suma Aqualife Park hosts 600 species of 13,000 animals swimming…1243
Mandrill Curry
This is a nice and affordable curry place with a fun and personal atmosphere.They have a variety of different curry (coconut, beef, keema, vegetable…1167
Yakiniku Rokko Sannomiya
A good place for yakiniku (meat that you grill yourself at your table) in Sannomiya.Has several courses of tabe/nomihoudai (all you can eat/drink)…1162
Umie
Umie is a large shopping and entertainment complex located in the Harborland district of Kobe.It offers a wide variety of shops, ranging from fashion…947
Port Island Sports Center
A sport facility on Port Island that was built in commemoration of the Port Pia Exhibition in 1981, the Kobe Port Island Sports Center has multiple…1252
Animate Sannomiya
THE store for anime/manga - an infamous aspect of Japanese pop culture. They sell manga (comics), CDs, DVDs, stationery, posters, plush toys,…1251
English Speaking Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Yamada went to school in Portland, Oregon so his English is perfect. He takes national health insurance and is a just a really good dentist in…1170
Konan University - Nishinomiya Campus
The Nishinomiya campus of the private educational institution Konan University. Many Kobe and Hyogo ALT(s) volunteer in English conversation…1474
Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art
A municipal gallery of art opened in Nada Ward in 2002, the museum displays more than seven thousand art works, including Western paintings,…1246
Hanayama Coop
The one-stop shop for basic necessities and food items for your friendly neighborhood Hanayamans. A bit more expensive, but you can't beat the…1460
Tenjin Tenjin Ramen
(山神山人). This is a ramen chain that makes some of the best ramen I've experienced in my short life.In particular, the spicy miso ramen (辛味噌盛り) is…1283
Meriken Park
Meriken Park is a pleasant place to take a walk, offering a beautiful seaside view of Kobe. The park is a popular destination for both locals and…1253
Venus Bridge
Venus Bridge is a scenic spot offering breathtaking panoramic views of Kobe, the harbor, and the surrounding mountains. The bridge is a popular…1220
Dango Izakaya
Dango Izakaya is a relaxed, upper-scale izakaya offering an affordable and delicious menu, perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. The…1219
Kobe Education Center (KEC)
A common location for training workshops and other events organized by the Guidance Division, including but not limited to Job Training,…764
Suma Rikyu Park
Located in Suma ward, this botanical garden was created in 1967 and modeled after the park in the Palace of Versailles. There are 230 types of threes…1259
