alone and quite, the best of relax combined #hijabtraveller

This is what Kobe attitude is! I am going to experience the Kobe beef dinner on the boat tonight. Have you also try?

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japan kobe christmas 2020 enjoy #merrychristmas

I loved the bird section and the smaller animals. It was great the way they were able to move around freely and unrestrained by cages. This provided a great learning opportunity for children and they all loved the petting area and the shows that the keepers arranged. A great place where you can meet and interact with animals. Special cuddling section included. Interesting programme during the day, and many species very well mixed together. Seems like people running the place really love animals, and that they are happy :) #givethanks #givethanks

We stumbled on this area when looking to fine the RWC fan park. One thing I thought I wanted to feel and experience in Japan was a small tremor, however seeing the relics of the destruction here and the exhibits I think I'm glad I didn't. It's quite jaw dropping to see some of the devastation and seeing the area which has been left as a reminder is quite thought provoking. This area would be easy to miss, but is well worth seeking out and having a peaceful reflection for an hour. It is a true site preserved with an exhibit showcasing what happened during the earthquake and the result which impacted the citizens lifestyle. Worth sparing abit of time for a brief visit. #givethanks #givethanks

A really good little museum. As Kawasaki is one of the most important Japanese companies that existed through the Meiji restoration, World War 2 and up to the modern era, this museum is also a history of modern Japan itself. It's also very important to the port of Kobe where Kawasaki is a large company. There is plenty to fascinate history buffs, those interested in engineering, and of course there are the motorbikes which are just cool by themselves :) We were able to appreciate how Kawasaki has evolved through the years and how they shaped the technologies we have today. The museum is also interactive and very interesting. #givethanks #givethanks

We try to visit maritime museums whenever we are in a city/town that has one. We were pleased to learn the Kobe Maritime Museum is easy to get to, thanks to the hop-on-off City Lop Bus. Stop 16, Meriken Park. The swirling white lattice of metal that surrounds the building outside represents the sea or perhaps sails. Either way, it's attractive. Dozens of intricate model ships are featured. A brochure tells you the museum is divided into two themes: 'The port of Kobe present and future', and 'The port of Kobe through History'. The sea, ships and port of yesterday, today and tomorrow are all recreated. We saved a bit of money by paying 1,000 yen for a ticket that allowed entry into the Maritime Museum, Kawasaki Good Times Word - in the same building - and the Port Tower, metres away. Good value! We spent about three hours in the area and recommend its attractions. #givethanks #givethanks

An iconic statue from Kobe based on manga series written by Yokoyama san located near Shin-Nagata station. Tetsujin 28-Go Stands as a center piece in Nagata Ward to reawaken the town spirit after the Great Hanshin earyhquake that took away more than 6,000 lives. Based on the comic figure created by Mitsuteru Yokohama, a native of Kobe, Tetsujin 28 was finished in 2009 and is good for a stop-over on the way to other destination. Its gigantic body looks very friendly and keeps all passer-by high hope for the future secured happy life. Its a little out of the main Kobe tourist areas, but If you grew up watching Gigantor (that giant blue robot) cartoons on TV, this is a place you must visit to rediscover that child in you. #givethanks #givethanks