Kobe City Museum (神戸市立博物館) is a museum located in Kobe, Japan that focuses on the history and culture of the city. The museum features a wide range of exhibits, artifacts, and interactive displays that highlight the city’s unique heritage and identity.
The museum is divided into several different sections, each covering a different aspect of Kobe’s history and culture. These include exhibits on the city’s port history, its multicultural influences, its traditional crafts, and its modern development.
One of the highlights of the museum is its collection of artifacts related to the Great Hanshin Earthquake, which struck Kobe in 1995. The exhibit features personal accounts, photographs, and items recovered from the disaster, providing a powerful and moving tribute to the resilience and recovery of the city and its people.
Throughout the year, Kobe City Museum holds various events and activities, such as lectures, workshops, and special exhibits, that offer visitors a deeper understanding of the city’s history and culture.
Getting there
From Sannomiya Station to Kobe City Museum:
| Walk | About 13 minutes (1.0 km) |
Details
| Hours | 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM (Friday and Saturday) Closed on Mondays. |
| Admission | Adults: 300 yen University students: 150 yen |
| Phone | +81 78-391-0035 |
| Address | 24 Kyomachi, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0034 |
