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Kobe

Kobe is a port city located in the Kansai region of Japan, northwest of Osaka on the southern side of the main island of Honshu. The city is known for its vibrant culture, modern infrastructure, and stunning natural beauty. Kobe is home to a population of over 1.5 million people and is one of the most important cities in Japan.

Kobe is situated in a picturesque location, surrounded by mountains on three sides and the Sea of Japan to the north. The city is also home to a number of famous landmarks, such as the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, which is the longest suspension bridge in the world. Kobe is also known for its vibrant nightlife, with a variety of bars, clubs, and restaurants to choose from.

Kobe has a long and rich history, dating back to the 8th century. The city was the first to open its port to foreign trade in 1868 and has since become an important trading hub in the region. Kobe has also been the site of several important historical events, such as the Great Hanshin Earthquake of 1995, which killed over 6,400 people and destroyed much of the city’s infrastructure.

Kobe is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, offering a range of attractions and activities for visitors. From its stunning natural beauty to its vibrant culture, Kobe is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the best of Japan.

Excursion tips for a day in Kobe

Kobe is a vibrant city full of attractions and activities for tourists to enjoy. Here are some of the top things to do in Kobe on a day trip:

1. Visit the iconic Kobe Port Tower for spectacular views of the city.

2. Take a stroll through Kobe's Chinatown, a lively and colorful area full of shops and restaurants.

3. Explore the nearby Mount Rokko for breathtaking views of the city and the sea.

4. Visit the Sumaura Park to see the beautiful cherry blossoms in spring.

5. Sample the local delicacies at the famous Kobe Beef restaurants.

6. Take a boat ride around the harbor to admire the cityscape from the water.

7. Visit the Kitano Ijinkan, a preserved area of western-style houses from the late 19th century.

8. Relax in the hot springs of Arima Onsen, known for its therapeutic benefits.

9. Go shopping in the lively Sannomiya area, full of shops and boutiques.

10. Enjoy the nightlife at Harborland, a popular entertainment district.

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The climate in Kobe

Kobe in Japan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. In Spring (March-May), the weather is mild and sunny with temperatures ranging from 10-20°C. In Summer (June-August), the temperature is hot and humid with temperatures reaching up to 30°C. In Autumn (September-November), the temperature is mild and the leaves start to turn red and yellow. In Winter (December-February), the temperature is cool with temperatures ranging from 0-10°C and occasional snowfall.

Cruise weather for Kobe

Our weather forecast for Kobe helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.

Date Icon Temperature Wind speed/gusts Cloudiness/Visibility Air humidity/pressure Sunrise/Sunset
Nov. 21st 2024 Nov. 21st 2024 max: 14.5 °C
min: 7.8 °C
9.7 m/s
10.8 m/s
17.1 %
24.1 m
58.6 %
1,018 hPa
06:38:54
16:51:05
Nov. 22nd 2024 Nov. 22nd 2024 max: 15.2 °C
min: 9.3 °C
25.9 m/s
39.6 m/s
28.4 %
24.1 m
58.8 %
1,017 hPa
06:39:52
16:50:40
Nov. 23rd 2024 Nov. 23rd 2024 max: 9.5 °C
min: 6.3 °C
29.5 m/s
45.0 m/s
61.4 %
24.1 m
65.5 %
1,023 hPa
06:40:49
16:50:16
Nov. 24th 2024 Nov. 24th 2024 max: 10.8 °C
min: 5.8 °C
21.6 m/s
33.8 m/s
36.9 %
24.0 m
64.3 %
1,027 hPa
06:41:46
16:49:55
Nov. 25th 2024 Nov. 25th 2024 max: 13.0 °C
min: 5.8 °C
16.6 m/s
20.5 m/s
22.5 %
24.1 m
61.3 %
1,029 hPa
06:42:42
16:49:35
Nov. 26th 2024 Nov. 26th 2024 max: 12.0 °C
min: 8.3 °C
25.2 m/s
39.6 m/s
96.6 %
18.0 m
76.2 %
1,021 hPa
06:43:38
16:49:17
Nov. 27th 2024 Nov. 27th 2024 max: 15.9 °C
min: 10.9 °C
17.6 m/s
30.6 m/s
65.6 %
24.1 m
74.2 %
1,018 hPa
06:44:34
16:49:01
Nov. 28th 2024 Nov. 28th 2024 max: 12.2 °C
min: 10.8 °C
24.1 m/s
51.0 m/s
98.0 %
22.0 m
78.3 %
1,012 hPa
06:45:29
16:48:47
Nov. 29th 2024 Nov. 29th 2024 max: 10.5 °C
min: 5.8 °C
50.4 m/s
77.4 m/s
59.0 %
24.0 m
55.2 %
1,006 hPa
06:46:24
16:48:35
Nov. 30th 2024 Nov. 30th 2024 max: 9.7 °C
min: 6.4 °C
29.2 m/s
49.3 m/s
49.3 %
23.5 m
60.7 %
1,006 hPa
06:47:18
16:48:25
Dec. 1st 2024 Dec. 1st 2024 max: 10.9 °C
min: 5.7 °C
24.1 m/s
33.5 m/s
5.4 %
24.1 m
52.5 %
1,014 hPa
06:48:12
16:48:17
Dec. 2nd 2024 Dec. 2nd 2024 max: 11.5 °C
min: 4.9 °C
9.0 m/s
22.0 m/s
23.3 %
24.1 m
58.0 %
1,022 hPa
06:49:04
16:48:11
Dec. 3rd 2024 Dec. 3rd 2024 max: 11.9 °C
min: 6.6 °C
13.0 m/s
13.3 m/s
3.7 %
24.1 m
60.6 %
1,025 hPa
06:49:57
16:48:06
Dec. 4th 2024 Dec. 4th 2024 max: 12.9 °C
min: 6.7 °C
14.4 m/s
16.6 m/s
45.8 %
24.1 m
61.8 %
1,025 hPa
06:50:48
16:48:04

Cruises to Kobe

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Scheduled ship calls in Kobe, Japan
Date Ship Arrival Departure Details
Mar. 6th 2025 Thursday, 6th of Mar. 2025 MS Europa 2 10:00 am 12:00 am
Mar. 7th 2025 Friday, 7th of Mar. 2025 MS Europa 2 12:00 am 10:00 pm
Mar. 12th 2025 Wednesday, 12th of Mar. 2025 Spectrum of the Seas 07:00 am 03:00 pm
Mar. 13th 2025 Thursday, 13th of Mar. 2025 Diamond Princess 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Mar. 14th 2025 Friday, 14th of Mar. 2025 MS Noordam 08:00 am 11:00 pm
Mar. 17th 2025 Monday, 17th of Mar. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 08:00 am 12:00 am
Mar. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Mar. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 12:00 am 05:00 am
Mar. 19th 2025 Wednesday, 19th of Mar. 2025 LE JACQUES CARTIER 07:00 am 12:00 am
Mar. 23rd 2025 Sunday, 23rd of Mar. 2025 Azamara Pursuit 07:00 am 12:00 am
Mar. 24th 2025 Monday, 24th of Mar. 2025 Azamara Pursuit 12:00 am 10:00 pm
Mar. 27th 2025 Thursday, 27th of Mar. 2025 MS Noordam 08:00 am 11:00 pm
Mar. 27th 2025 Thursday, 27th of Mar. 2025 Seabourn Quest 08:00 am 11:00 pm
Mar. 28th 2025 Friday, 28th of Mar. 2025 AIDAstella 08:00 am 11:58 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Mar. 29th 2025 Saturday, 29th of Mar. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 08:00 am 12:00 am
Mar. 30th 2025 Sunday, 30th of Mar. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 12:00 am 05:00 am
Apr. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Apr. 2025 Diamond Princess 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Apr. 5th 2025 Saturday, 5th of Apr. 2025 AIDAstella 06:30 pm 12:00 am DetailsPartnerlink
Apr. 6th 2025 Sunday, 6th of Apr. 2025 AIDAstella 12:00 am 08:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Apr. 8th 2025 Tuesday, 8th of Apr. 2025 Silver Whisper 09:00 am 07:00 pm
Apr. 11th 2025 Friday, 11th of Apr. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 08:00 am 12:00 am
Apr. 12th 2025 Saturday, 12th of Apr. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 12:00 am 04:00 am
Apr. 12th 2025 Saturday, 12th of Apr. 2025 LE SOLEAL 08:00 am 09:30 pm
Apr. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Apr. 2025 MS Noordam 09:00 am 06:00 pm
Apr. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Apr. 2025 Azamara Pursuit 08:00 am 12:00 am
Apr. 20th 2025 Sunday, 20th of Apr. 2025 Azamara Pursuit 07:00 am 12:00 am
Apr. 20th 2025 Sunday, 20th of Apr. 2025 LE SOLEAL 06:00 am 12:00 am
Apr. 21st 2025 Monday, 21st of Apr. 2025 AIDAstella 08:00 am 09:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Apr. 21st 2025 Monday, 21st of Apr. 2025 Azamara Pursuit 12:00 am 08:00 pm
Apr. 22nd 2025 Tuesday, 22nd of Apr. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 11:59 am 12:00 am
Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 12:00 am 06:00 pm
Apr. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Apr. 2025 Scenic Eclipse II 12:00 am 12:00 am
May 4th 2025 Sunday, 4th of May 2025 Celebrity Millennium 08:00 am 12:00 am
May 5th 2025 Monday, 5th of May 2025 Celebrity Millennium 12:00 am 05:00 am
May 14th 2025 Wednesday, 14th of May 2025 Diamond Princess 07:00 am 07:00 pm
May 17th 2025 Saturday, 17th of May 2025 Azamara Pursuit 08:00 am 12:00 am
May 17th 2025 Saturday, 17th of May 2025 Scenic Eclipse II 12:00 am 12:00 am
May 18th 2025 Sunday, 18th of May 2025 Azamara Pursuit 09:00 am 12:00 am
May 19th 2025 Monday, 19th of May 2025 Azamara Pursuit 12:00 am 02:00 pm
May 23rd 2025 Friday, 23rd of May 2025 Scenic Eclipse II 12:00 am 12:00 am
May 24th 2025 Saturday, 24th of May 2025 Celebrity Millennium 07:00 am 03:00 pm
Jun. 7th 2025 Saturday, 7th of Jun. 2025 Scenic Eclipse II 12:00 am 12:00 am
Jun. 10th 2025 Tuesday, 10th of Jun. 2025 Spectrum of the Seas 02:30 pm 12:00 am
Jun. 11th 2025 Wednesday, 11th of Jun. 2025 Spectrum of the Seas 12:00 am 04:00 am
Jul. 17th 2025 Thursday, 17th of Jul. 2025 Celebrity Millennium 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Jul. 28th 2025 Monday, 28th of Jul. 2025 Spectrum of the Seas 02:30 pm 12:00 am
Jul. 29th 2025 Tuesday, 29th of Jul. 2025 Spectrum of the Seas 12:00 am 04:00 am
Aug. 27th 2025 Wednesday, 27th of Aug. 2025 Diamond Princess 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Sep. 16th 2025 Tuesday, 16th of Sep. 2025 Spectrum of the Seas 02:30 pm 12:00 am
Sep. 17th 2025 Wednesday, 17th of Sep. 2025 Spectrum of the Seas 12:00 am 04:00 am
Oct. 10th 2025 Friday, 10th of Oct. 2025 Diamond Princess 07:00 am 08:00 pm

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