Hatobacho
Kobe
Visit Hatobacho
Popular places to visit
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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.
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!
Make Your Own Personalized Ring in Kobe - UniqueJewelryExperience
Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host
Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port - Best of Kobe with a local
"Kobe City Tours: Discover with a Smiling Guide"
Kobe Guided Tour Including Port Area and Arima Onsen Town
Hatobacho Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
We had a great experience here as a family. The location near Namba Station and Dotonbori made exploring Osaka so easy, and the room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Excellent value — we’d gladly stay here again!
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
At a very convenient location, walkable to train stations and connecting stations and big shopping malls. Amazing breakfast spread and hot tea throughout the day. Safe and clean as well.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
It was a clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
I love that this hotel offers free breakfast & it’s next to a station which makes it easy to travel.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Room is clean and staff are nice. Just wish the check out time is not 10am
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Rooms are a bit small but new and clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
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 Kitano Ijinkan Street or Space 11 Darvish Museum.
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.
