Hatobacho
Kobe
Visit Hatobacho
Popular places to visit
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.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Kawasaki Good Times World
Within the Kobe Maritime Museum, the interactive exhibits of this corporate display showcase the company’s history of craftsmanship and technology.
Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial
You can find out about the history of Kobe with a visit to 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 in Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Arima Onsen
Bathe in natural spring waters, tour museums, visit shrines and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at this historic resort in the foothills of Mount Rokkō.
Things to do
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Kobe Guided Tour Including Port Area and Arima Onsen Town
Private & Personalized: Half Day in Kobe with a Local
Tadao Ando's Architectural Aesthetics Journey in Kansai
Next-Generation Local Guide: Private Kobe Tour
Hatobacho Hotel Deals
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Had a nice stay the hotel is very fancy they gave us such an amazing room with a perfect view of the kobe tower
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Location is ideal for us, not too close to the busy Dotonbori area but within walking distance. It is beside the OCAT (Osaka City Air Terminal?), which is connected to the underground train stations. On a rainy day, it is convenient to use the underground that leads to Namba Station and also to Dotonbori ...
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Rooms are clean and hotel is well managed. Location is key reason for staying. Easy access to shopping areas and next to JR station for trains and also subway
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
The hotel location is perfect for tourisim. Main attractions are close and also transport. The rooms are big and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
Namba Oriental Hotel
This was the best hotel I’ve ever been to. Great options for breakfast, staff were super friendly and accommodating. Location was excellent, overall an amazing place to stay.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Hatobacho
Nankin-machi
Kobe's Chinatown, Nankin-machi, offers a variety of Chinese and Japanese food options, with over a hundred restaurants and shops. Explore the Chinese temple, three archways, and zodiac pavilion, while enjoying easy access to Motomachi train station.
Kobe City Centre
Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Ikuta Shrine is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.
Sannomiya
Serving as Kobe's financial, commercial, and entertainment center, Sannomiya boasts the historic Sannomiya Shrine and is a major transportation hub with Kobe-Sannomiya Station connecting various railway systems.
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
Discover the impressive Hyogo Daibutsu at Nōfuku-ji temple and explore Yanagihara Ebisu Shrine, both easily accessible from Hyogo Station. Shop at Kobe City Central Wholesale Market and Aeon mall for a diverse experience.
