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An Alternative 2-Day Awaji Island Glamping Holiday Itinerary: Escape the Tourist Crowds

Skip the tourist crowds on Awaji Island. Discover an alternative 2-day glamping itinerary from Kobe featuring private onsen, hidden beaches, waterfalls, and local food.

2026.07.29

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Suma Beach Opening 2026: The Ultimate Kobe Beach Guide

Suma Beach in Kobe has officially opened for the 2026 summer season! Discover the ultimate guide to this clean, safe, and easily accessible city beach.

2026.07.09

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Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Tours 2026: Walking and Tower Experience

Discover the 2026 events on the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Learn how to join the Sea Walk to Awaji Island and the Bridge World tower experience.

2026.05.31

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Kobe’s Essential Five: A Local’s Guide to the Soul of the Port City

Explore the soul of Kobe through its five most iconic spots. From the newly renovated Port Tower to the heights of Nunobiki Herb Gardens, discover why this port city remains a pioneer of Japanese charm.

2026.04.06

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Is Kobe Really Shrinking? A Local’s View on the City’s Future and “National Task”

Kobe's population decline explained by a local. Why Chuo-ku is growing while suburbs shrink, and how the Mayor's urban planning is saving the city.

2026.03.04

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2026.03.04

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What is Kobe Really Like? A Local’s View on Steak, Football, and the City Limits

Is Kobe just about beef and style? Discover the real Kobe through the eyes of a 20-year resident. Exploring the mountain-sea harmony, Vissel Kobe, and the hidden charm of Kita-ku and Nishi-ku.

2026.03.03

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Welcome to Discover Kobe: Stories of Life Between the Mountains and the Sea

Hello, I’m editorS. I have been living in Kobe over 20 years, exploring every corner of this beautiful city. Today, I am...

2026.03.02

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