Kobe Port Tower
A red, hourglass-shaped tower on the waterfront, a symbol of the port since the 1960s.
Tickets →Kobe, Japan
Kobe: airports, things to do and where to stay
Kobe is a port city between mountains and sea, known for its beef, its foreign-influenced Kitano district and its night views.
Kobe airports
From the airport to central Kobe
Kobe Airport airport is about 7 km from central Kobe.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal, or can be booked in advance; agree the fare before getting in.
Bus
A shuttle or limousine bus connects the airport with the centre of Kobe, timed around flights.
Kobe
Things to do in Kobe
Kitano-cho
A hillside district of Western-style houses built by foreign merchants in the late 19th century.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Kobe?
Kobe is served by Kobe Airport (UKB).
How far is the airport from central Kobe?
Kobe Airport airport is about 7 km from central Kobe.
How do I get from the airport to central Kobe?
From Kobe Airport airport you can take Taxi and Bus. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Kobe?
Highlights of Kobe include Kobe Port Tower and Kitano-cho.
Photo credits
- Kobe Port Tower: Martin Falbisoner, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Kitano-cho: そらみみ (Soramimi), CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons