About KOBE

Located between the Rokko mountain and the Seto inland sea, the historical port city of Kobe has been embracing foreign cultures since the 9th century, giving the city an international flavor. Through its port, Kobe became a city of many “Japan firsts,” and to this day, a strong international influence can be seen in the city though its unique food culture, that includes the world-famous Kobe beef and Nada sake, and an eclectic mix of Japanese and late 19th century Western architecture.

Present day Kobe is home to 1.52 million people from 137 nations, and one of Asia largest medical clusters, the Kobe Biomedical Innovation Cluster. Playing host to over 370 organizations, the cluster, has given rise to cutting edge technical advancements, including the world’s most powerful supercomputer, “Fugaku,” and game changing regenerative medicine research and application using iPS cells. In the mountains, just above the city, the mineral rich waters of the Arima Hots Springs have provided a place of rest and recuperation since the 8th century. Kobe is dynamic city that combines the best of old and new Japan, with a unique international twist.

Kobe Meeting Planners Guide

From overseas

Kansai International Airport, located 30-60 minutes from Kobe.
There are direct flights to and from more than 70 cities around the world.

From Kansai International Airport to Kobe

By ferry（Bay Shuttle）
　Approx. 30min to Kobe Airport One per hour, 16 per day
By airport bus
　Approx. 60min to Sannomiya station Two per hour, 24 per day
From Osaka（Itami）Airport to Kobe By airport bus
　Approx. 40min to Sannomiya station 28 per day

Within Japan

Shin-Kobe train station connects Kobe with other cities on the Shinkansen route. Kobe Airport is connected to more than 10 cities, including Tokyo.
* The above is the number of flights / trains during normal operation.
Please check with each company for details.