Hatobacho Travel Guide
Kobe
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Popular places to visit
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Kobe Tower
See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city.
Kawasaki Good Times World
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kawasaki Good Times World in Kobe. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial
You can find out about the history of Kobe when you stop by Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Kobe Maritime Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kobe Maritime Museum during your trip to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Volleyball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with locals!
Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host
Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port - Best of Kobe with a local
Kobe: Rokko Forest Sound Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Hatobacho
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Every aspect was superb. But with only one negative and its the shower's water pressure. Last three stays, water pressure was below average. Disappointing especially for an executive room.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Good location. Don't like the machine to check in. Comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Clean rooms, nice views, great location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Room spotless and staff are pleasant
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Very good
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Location clean kind staff comfortable bed
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hatobacho
Nankin-machi
Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area.
Kobe City Centre
Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Kobe City Museum.
Sannomiya
Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.
Shinkaichi
While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall.
Kitano
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Kitano Ijinkan Street.
Hyogo
Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.
