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How to spend top weekend in Kobe - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites
Observation Platforms of the Steel Tower Beauty
If you come to the Port of Kobe, you will visit the Steel Tower Beauty. The building was constructed of red steel in 1963. It has a height of 108 meters. The tower looks very beautiful at night thanks to the led lighting. There are several viewing platforms in it. One of them is located on the 1st floor in the annex. Some sections of its floor are made of tempered glass. They become transparent if you stand next to them. You will enjoy a magnificent view of the city from a height of 75 meters, which is located right under your feet.
Kobe is an ancient port city, an international center of trading and a large industrial region. Nowadays on the territory of this city work several factories operating in such areas as … 
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Observation Platform on the Administration Building
If you don't know where to start your acquaintance with Kobe, you can take the high-speed elevator to reach the 24th floor of the administration building for free. There is a viewing platform with stands where photos and stories about interesting Kobe houses are presented. You will see the sea and the nearest areas of the city while standing on it. This will help you navigate which place to visit next time. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Kobe is famous for its first-class entertainment centers and picturesque parks, which is why the picturesque town is often chosen for recreation by tourists with children. One of the largest … Open
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Ride the Funicular in the Kitano-Cho Quarter
You will walk through the narrow streets of the Kitano-Cho quarter in Kobe. You will view houses built of brick and wood. You can also ride the funicular, which is located at the upper point of the quarter. It is open daily except on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month. If you get into a trailer at Shin-Kobe station, you will reach the Nunobiki nature park. You will enjoy amazing views of the bay and city attractions during your trip.
Travel to Mount Rocco by Cable Car
There is a Mount Rokko near Kobe. The Tenrandai observation platform is located at an altitude of 993 meters there. You will enjoy panoramic views of Kobe, look at Kansai International Airport, and see the Osaka plain in clear weather from there. You can reach the mountain top by road on foot, by car or by bicycle. However, such a journey is quite long and tedious.
Kobe is the birthplace of the world famous delicacy - marbled beef. This type of meat is the most expensive in the world, and you can try it only here. It is prohibited to export this meat … Open
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Ferris Wheel near the Mosaic Shopping Center
If you walk along the Kobe waterfront, you can visit the amusement park. It is located near the Mosaic shopping center. There are all sorts of rides and a big Ferris wheel there. You will pay 260 yen to ride it. You will be able to view the city and its surroundings from a height. The most beautiful landscape will open in front of you when it gets dark. The port of Kobe will light up with many lights at this time.
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Active Leisure on the Sea Coast
If you want to spend an active time on the sea coast, you should choose one of the beaches located in the vicinity of Kobe. You will find something to do there. You will be able to conquer the wave standing on a board with a special kite or a sail, swim with a mask, snorkel, and flippers, as well as ride a yacht, water ski or Jet Ski.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Kobe and surroundings
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Kobe
♥ Castle 'Amagasaki Castle' Amagasaki, 23.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Itami Castle' Itami, 25.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kishiwada Castle' Kishiwada, 31.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Osaka Castle' Osaka, 32.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sasayama Castle' Sasayama, 43.6 km from the center. On the map
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