Area Kobe Kobe is the fifth-largest city in Japan and the capital of Hyogo Prefecture. Its long history as a port city, concentration of multi-national companies, and reputation as a cosmopolitan city make..
10 Activities Tamba Sasayama Inoshishi Matsuri Benjamin Stock An annual event celebrating the wild boar with boar races and boar cuisine, including the region's famous botan nabe.
Food Ittetsu Ramen Benjamin Stock A mom & pop ramen shop, one of the best in Himeji, that only uses organic vegetables.
10 Activities Mikiyama Mushroom Hunt Benjamin Stock Willing participants can join experts to hunt for wild mushrooms, eat the choicest ones in freshly made miso soup, and hopefully..
Shopping Ein Open Department Benjamin Stock Ein Open Department is an open air market at the Kobe Winery, put on by Hyogo-based Einshop, where customers can enjoy shopping,..
Culture Chinese New Year in Kobe 2025 Mid Feb Traditional folk dancing is one of the main events at the Chinese New Year celebrations in Kobe's Chinatown, Nankinmachi.
Accommodation Himeji 588 Guesthouse Benjamin Stock The Himeji 588 Guesthouse is an affordable hostel located conveniently between Himeji Station and Himeji Castle.
12 Culture Himeji Castle Restoration Project Benjamin Stock Himeji Castle is currently in the midst of a five-year renovation process. This is a special chance to experience a Japanese castle..