TOM and JERRY×HANKYU｜Decorated Train, Collaboration Food, and Many other Limited Time Events!

Hankyu Railway is having a collaboration project with Tom and Jerry, a slapstick humor animation loved around the world featuring the chase between the cat Tom and the mouse Jerry. Starting with decorated trains, there is collaboration food and goods available for purchasing. If you are visiting Osaka, Kyoto or Kobe, make sure that you won’t miss the event!   Index Go sightseeing around Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe by Tom and Jerry trains Cute collaboration goods of Tom and Jerry with their friends Collaboration food depicting the worldview only at certain hotels Best souvenirs of collaboration foods nearby the station The collaboration project with TOM and JERRY and Hankyu Railway will run until March 27, 2025.   The main attraction is the decorated Tom and Jerry Train! One for each on Kobe Line connecting Osaka-umeda and Kobe-sannomiya, the Kyoto Line connecting Osaka-umeda and Kyoto-kawaramachi, and the Takarazuka Line connecting Osaka-umeda and Takarazuka are wrapped in the worldview of Tom and Jerry!   *Only the regular fare is required. You can ride with regular tickets or IC cards such as ICOCA. Tom and Jerry came to visit at the media preview held the day before the start of operation!   The car bodies are decorated in exclusive artwork of Tom and Jerry going to the famous tourist spots along the Hankyu line, which are likely to include some of the places that you have been before.   Besides, each of those decorated trains has an original headmark and plush toys of Tom and Jerry wearing maroon uniforms also accompany the driver’s compartment. The world of Tom and Jerry extends inside the train as well. Among all decorations, the door stickers exclusive to the Takarazuka Line placed under the doors and next to the seats are fun to see! The poster by the window of the door shows Jerry’s face reflected from the car body. Hankyu trains are always shiny and polished like mirrors, so when you get on a Hankyu train, don’t forget to see if you can see your face reflected like Jerry’s. Originally designed collaboration goods including plush toys of Tom and Jerry wearing maroon uniforms, towel handkerchiefs, drawstrings, pouches, and acrylic stands are now available for purchasing. Tom and Jerry and other characters wear maroon uniforms, the colors of the Hankyu Railway. Also, embroidered badges are of high quality!   Popular collaboration goods may be sold out soon so those who want to buy some as a souvenir better check earlier!   Place: Lawson along Hankyu Railway (some stores), Cosmetics/sundries store COLOR FiELD, Cleduple, Kiddy Land Osaka-Umeda store, etc.   ▼Click HERE   for more details about decorated trains and goods▼ Enjoying afternoon tea has become a boom in Japan, and elaborate afternoon teas are popular in hotel tea lounges and cafes. TOM and JERRY×HANKYU collaboration project also has cute afternoon tea that you can enjoy. At the “Parterre” tea lounge at Hotel Hankyu International in Osaka Umeda, the world of “Tom and Jerry” is displayed by a three-tier tea stand. The “cheese-like” dessert is actually made from mango in order to truly reproduce the yellow cheese in the cartoon.   *Sales are available from September 4, 2024 (Wed.) to October 31, 2024 (Thu.) / Reservations required Hotel Hanshin Osaka’s Japanese cuisine and tempura restaurant Hanaza offers a Japanese-style afternoon tea created with the image of Tom and Jerry traveling through Japan in autumn.   The sweets and savories provided remind people of the cartoon’s storys, such as red jellies and large sandwiches.   *Available only during weekday lunch hours from September 4 (Wed.) to November 25 (Mon.), 2024 (closed on Mondays and Thursdays); reservations required by 12:00 p.m. the day before. The Italian dining restaurant “Grigliato CUÓCA” at Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA in Umeda is now offering an Italian lunch made of plenty of cheese, Jerry’s favorite food.   Salad, main beef dish, lasagna, and dessert are served together with Tom and Jerry’s cappuccino. On the plate there is a drawing depicting Tom chasing Jerry.   *Sales are available from September 4, 2024 (Wed.) to November 25, 2024 (Mon.)   ▼Click HERE   for more details about collaboration food at the hotel▼ TOM and JERRY x HANKYU collaboration food will also be available at some stores along Hankyu Railway from September 4 to November 25.   Drinks inspired by Tom and Jerry and branded marron cream and maple baked cakes are recommended for a break from sightseeing and shopping. Baumkuchen and drip bag tins make great souvenirs for family and friends! And the following is something incredibly cute! That is Tom and Jerry manju! Each manju is handmade by craftsmen, whose focus on details and delicacy creates the high quality of the manju. Please note that this Tom and Jerry manju is sold at a limited number of stores and during a limited period of time.   ▼Click HERE   for more details about store sell collaboration food and sales period▼   TOM and JERRY×HANKYU collaboration project is full of cuteness. If you are visiting Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe during the period of the event, let’s have some fun together!   TOM AND JERRY and all related characters and elements © & ™ Turner Entertainment Co. (s24) @Hankyu Corp.

Hankyu 1day Pass | The Most Useful Pass to Travel around Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe

Do you know about the Hankyu 1day pass?   Hankyu Railway is a private railway company in the Kansai region connecting Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. Hankyu 1day pass is a digital ticket that allows you to freely ride on and off Hankyu Railway (excluding Kobe Kosoku Line) for any one day during the validity period using your own smartphone.   ・Panning to go sightseeing around Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe ・Want a smooth experience during getting on and off the train to save time and energy ・Looking for a train ticket pass that is convenient for traveling   If any one of the above applies to you, do not miss the rest of this article!   Index Major sightseeing areas that Hankyu 1day pass can be used ＜Kyoto Arashiyama＞ ＜Shijo Kawaramachi＞ ＜Kyoto Nishiyama＞ ＜Osaka Umeda, Osaka Northern area＞ ＜Kobe Sannomiya, Mt. Rokko area＞ The advantages of using the Hankyu 1day pass 1）Just need a smartphone to buy and use! 2）1,300 yen to get unlimited rides for one day! About Hankyu 1day pass How to purchase Hankyu 1day pass The following will introduce you to some of the famous attractions that you can go by Hankyu 1day pass. The beautiful Arashiyama area is a must-see spot for first-time visitors to Kyoto. The area has not only the famous bamboo grove and Togetsu Bridge, but also temples and shrines such as Tenryuji Temple and Nomiya Shrine. With the serene nature around, you can enjoy eating while walking. All of these can be explored on foot from Arashiyama Station on the Hankyu Arashiyama Line. The main street of Kyoto City is Shijo-Kawaramachi area, which is directly connected to the Hankyu Railway. From Kyoto-kawaramachi Station, you can walk to major tourist attractions such as Gion, Yasaka Shrine, Kodaiji Temple, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Besides, there are bus stations that go around Kyoto City, which makes it more convenient to Nijo-jo Castle and Heian-jingu Shrine from Hankyu Railway Kyoto-kawaramachi station. Nishiyama area is an undiscovered sightseeing spot in Kyoto. You can enjoy hydrangea and autumn foliage at Yanagidani Kannon (Yokoku-ji Temple) that is famous for Hana-chozu (flower in water). Also, there is a magnificent and quiet bamboo grove park that makes you forget the bustle of the busy city and Suntory Yamazaki Distillery to learn about alcohol, all of which are easily accessible by the Hankyu Railway.   ▼Check this article▼ Kyoto Nishiyama｜An undiscovered sightseeing spot in Kyoto! The Hankyu Osaka-umeda Station area is home to the Umeda Sky Building and HEP FIVE Ferris wheel, which are popular for sightseeing, as well as all kinds of restaurants and shopping facilities. In addition, “Minoh Waterfall (Minoh Otaki)” and “Cupnoodles Museum Osaka-Ikeda” located in the suburbs are easy to go by Hankyu Takarazuka Line. Kobe is about 30 minutes from Osaka-umeda by Hankyu Railway. Kobe Sannomiya, located between the ocean and mountains, is characterized by its modern streets with an exotic atmosphere. If you want to find somewhere dotted with art spots and activities, it is recommended to go to Mt. Rokko by bus and cable from Hankyu Railway Rokko Station. By the way, have you heard of the “Kyo-Train Garaku,” which is very popular among tourists? It is a sightseeing train with Japanese-style interior, and runs between Hankyu Osaka-umeda Station and Hankyu Kyoto-kawaramachi Station only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. With Hankyu 1day pass, you can ride freely (no reservation required).   ▼More details about Kyo-Train Garaku▼ Kyo-Train Garaku | Feel Kyoto, From the Moment You Step On Board ― Specially Designed Train The advantages of using the Hankyu 1day pass ■Possible to purchase anywhere and anytime You can purchase the pass before your trip, at the airport or train terminal, or after checking in to your hotel, etc., namely anytime and anywhere with a smartphone. Once the pass is activated, you will have unlimited rides for the entire day. There is no need to go to tourist information centers or ticket vending machines to redeem the pass, which is time and energy-saving!   ■Just need to touch the ticket gate with a smartphone! To enter or exit the ticket gate, simply display the QR code on your smartphone and touch it to the dedicated machine at the ticket gate! Since it is an e-ticket, there is no need to worry about losing your ticket.   *QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. Hankyu 1day pass is very convenient and economical for travelers who want to visit multiple famous sightseeing spots in Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe in one day, saving both time and money. About Hankyu 1day pass   Name Hankyu 1day pass Available Routes Hankyu Railway Sightseeing area that can go by bus Kyoto Kawaramachi, Arashiyama, Kyoto Nishiyama, Osaka Umeda, Minoh, Ikeda, Kobe Sannomiya, Rokko, etc. Price (Adult) 1,300 JPY Place to buy Official website only Sales period June 17, 2024 (Mon) – March 31, 2025 (Mon) Validity period Any one day within three months of the purchase date between June 17, 2024 and March 31, 2025 *If purchased after January 2, 2025, the expiration date will be March 31, 2025. Redemption for PASS No need   Details about Hankyu 1day pass How to purchase Hankyu 1day pass   The Hankyu 1day pass can be purchased via credit card on the SuruttoQRtto website. SuruttoQRtto is a service website that allows customers to purchase tickets for trains, buses, and tourist facilities with their smartphones and use them with an e-ticket (QR code).   To purchase Hankyu 1day pass please click here   Hankyu 1day pass is recommended for anyone who wants to visit Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe in a day. Enjoy! OSAKA KYOTO KOBE will continue to provide useful information for visitors, such as recommended sightseeing spots and gourmet food information in Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe that can go with the Hankyu 1day pass. We hope you will make full use of this site and enjoy your trip to the fullest!

KOBE ROKKO MEETS ART 2024 beyond – Art Festival Held on the Mountain | Latest Information of 2024

Kobe Rokko Meets Art is an annual modern art festival that takes place at the top of Mt. Rokko in Kobe every year from late August to late November. This article will tell you how to enjoy the artworks in an efficient and satisfactory way, including how to get to the top of the mountain, what to wear, and some recommended spots.   -INDEX- 1.  About Mt. Rokko in Kobe – Only an hour away from Osaka 2. What is “KOBE ROKKO MEETS ART 2024 beyond”? 3. How to visit facilities on Mt. Rokko 4. Recommended Clothing and What to Bring 5. Recommended artworks and time required for each area     (1) Rokko Cable Car (Rokko Cable Shita Station, Sanjo Station, and Tenran Observatory)     (2) Hyogo Prefectural Mt. Rokko Visitor Center (Memorial Monument)     (3) Rokkosan Silence Resort (Former Rokkosan Hotel)     (4) Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE     (5) Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden     (6) Trail Area     (7) Rokko-Arima Ropeway Sancho Station     (8) Rokko Garden Terrace Area     (9) Chapel of the Wind Area 6. Model route 7. Recommendations for places to eat     (1) Sora no Dining (Rokkosan Silence Resort)     (2) Mori no Cafe (Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE)     (3) Cafe Edelweiss (Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden)     (4) Rokko View Palace (Rokko Garden Terrace)     (5) Rokkosan Genghis Khan Palace (Rokko Garden Terrace)     (6) Granite Café (Rokko Garden Terrace) The area of Mt. Rokko includes large and small mountains spanning the cities of Kobe, Ashiya, Nishinomiya, and Takarazuka in southeastern Hyogo Prefecture.The highest peak in this mountain range is Mt. Rokko which rises 931 meters above sea level. Although located near the urban area, Mt. Rokko is rich in nature.    Click here to know more about Mt. Rokko.   Mt.Rokko is conveniently accessible from Kobe Sannomiya and Osaka Umeda area. Get off at either Hankyu Railway Rokko Station, JR Rokko-michi Station, or Hanshin Electric Railway Mikage Station, and take Kobe City Bus No. 16 or 106 from in front of the station to Rokko Cable Shita Station, the entrance to Mt. It takes only 10 minutes to the top of the mountain by Rokko Cable. Rokko is located near Arima Onsen, one of Japan’s “Three Famous Hot Springs.” We recommend that you incorporate a visit to the hot springs before or after your visit to Mt. Rokko Arima Ropeway, one of the venues, is available for access. Kobe Rokko Meets Art” is a contemporary art festival where visitors can enjoy artworks exhibited on the Rokko Mountain in Kobe while hiking around the mountain. Since 2010, a total of more than 520 artists have participated. In 2024, for the 15th time, the event was reborn as “Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2024 beyond” with the theme of “Find new perspectives”. In today’s world of dizzying information exchange, everyone seems to have a tendency to judge things from existing perspectives and rush to conclusions. Just as you can have a heightened view after walking up the mountain and through the forest, a landscape of contemporary art created with various expressive techniques unfolds beneath you, expanding your field of view. Kobe Rokko Meets Art is to create an art festival with artists, where you can leave your daily life behind and encounter a variety of values on a journey through the attractions of Mt. Rokko.   Date: August 24 (Saturday) – November 24 (Sunday), 2024 Hours: 10:00-17:00 (varies by venue) *No closing day. Only the Rokkosan Silence Resort will be closed on Mondays between August and October (except when Monday falls on a national holiday, in which case the museum is closed the following day). 1. Enhancing the lineup of exhibiting artists 61 artists, both invited and publicly recruited, are scheduled to have their works exhibited—the highest number ever. The festival will feature works by Japanese and international artists representing a diverse range of perspectives. 2. Enhancing the symbolic site of the art festival The Outdoor Art Zone established in 2023 at the Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE will be further enhanced to allow visitors to view artworks all year, not just during the exhibition period. 3. Expansion of the Trail Area The Trail Area, where artworks are displayed along mountain walking paths, will be further expanded, allowing visitors to enjoy art while discovering the charms of Mt. Rokko. 4. Creating opportunities for children to engage with art Opportunities will be increased for children to interact with contemporary art in nature through workshops and other activities to nurture the next generation of leaders and supporters of art and culture. Viewing passports or single venue tickets are required if you plan to go. If you purchase an Viewing Passport, you can enter the four paid facilities (Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE, Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, Chapel of the Wind Area, and Trail Area) for a discount compared to purchasing tickets at each facility. Passports for viewing artworks can also be purchased at the information counter inside shop 737 of Rokko Sanjo Station. ●Adult (13 years old and older) 3,000 yen ●Child (4 to 12 years old) 1,200 yen To purchase the ticket please click here   On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from September 21 to November 24, a light-up event called “Hikari no Mori – Night Art Stroll ” will be held at Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE and Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden. Prices with Night Pass are different. ●Adult (13 years old and older) 4,000 yen ●Child (4 to 12 years old) 1,700 yen  To purchase the ticket please click here   Besides, Omote-Rokko Round Trip ticket is recommended, which includes both the Rokko Cable and the Rokko Sanjo Bus. Since you will need to get on and off the bus frequently to visit each facility, buying this ticket will allow you to get on and off the bus many times without the need for coins, and the fare is very economical. The ticket can be purchased only at the Rokko Cable Station, so be careful not to forget to buy it. ●Adult (13 years old and older) 1,500 yen ●Child (6 to 12 years old) 750 yen *Price for adult will be 1,800 yen and 900 yen for child from October 1, 2024   Kobe Rokkosan Tourist Pass is highly recommended for those who go by public transportation. The Pass including Kobe City Bus + cable car + Rokkosan Sanjo Bus costs 1,900 yen. To purchase Kobe Rokkosan Tourist Pass please click here The Rokko Sanjo Bus operates between the various facilities on the mountain. Bus schedules are available at each bus stop and on the MAP distributed at the site. Some areas do not have many buses, so we recommend that you check the bus schedule and decide how long you will stay. If you have trouble figuring out bus times, please refer to the model course to get around the area.   IC cards are not accepted on the Rokko Sanjo Bus. If you are not comfortable with this, we recommend you purchase a “Rokko Sanjo Bus 1-DAY Ticket”. The ticket can be purchased at the Rokko Cable Sanjo Station. ●Adult (13 years old and older) 500 yen ●Child (6 to 12 years old) 250 yen *Price for adult will be 800 yen and 400 yen for child since October 1, 2024 It is about 5 degrees cooler on top of Mt. Rokko. It is fine during the hot August to early September, but from mid-September onward, it is recommended to bring a piece of clothing that is easy to put on and take off, as the weather in the mountains is changeable. Also, since you will be viewing the exhibition in a natural setting, you may encounter bees and insects. It is best to avoid wearing black clothing, which bees like. Moreover, please wear shoes that are easy to walk in, such as sneakers, etc., as the trail area is on forest roads and some of the paths in the facilities are hilly or difficult to walk on. A backpack or similar bag that allows you to keep both hands open is also recommended. The following is an introduction to the nine venues of Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2024 beyond, among which (4) Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE, (5) Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, and (9) Chapel of the Wind are highly recommended. Hope the following will help to decide which venues to visit. The artwork that greets us at Rokko Cable Shita Station is “Different Direction of the Red and the Green” by Zhou Yiqiao.   Approximate viewing time: 5-10 minutes (Possible to enjoy during waiting for the cable car) Two artworks are exhibited in this area, and the photo shows “The Tiger Swimming in Annual Rings of Rokko” by Taz Kurafuji. The work is 10 meters long and imitates the shape of the Rokko mountain range, and from two platforms, visitors can see the entire image of the annual ring with the motif of a tiger.   Approximate viewing time: 15-20 minutes The artwork is displayed in the restaurant “Sora no Dining” across the street from the main building. It is possible to enter the restaurant only to view the artworks, but since this is a special opportunity, we recommend that you dine in the space where the artworks are located.   Approximate viewing time: 20 minutes In “SIKI Garden～The Path of Sounds～”, Marie Ikura “Come, Come”, which was selected as the main visual for 2024, is on display. The characteristic of Marie Ikura’s artworks is to draw on a swaying cloth. You can find it swaying in the wind among the nature of Mt. Rokko. The work shown here is Ruri Takahashi’s “Spending a secret time between two people”. There are many works buried in the ground, which is inspired by hydrangea. She said she has a friend who is not fond of flowers because they make her eyes meet, and she created this work while thinking about how the hydrangea would look to that friend. Many of her works are in front of you, so remember to look around as you walk.   In the outdoor zone of SIKI Garden, “Peeking into the forest, The mountain hole.” by Misa FUNAI and other 8 regular artworks are exhibited. *Exhibition date varies on different work   In addition to the artworks, there are many other places to enjoy the nature of Mt. Rokko, such as a hammock area and a tree house. Artworks are also displayed on the third floor of the building.   Approximate viewing time: 45-90 minutes Single ticket: Adult 1,500 yen, Child 750 yen When entering the botanical garden, two pheasants are pinned against the wall of the Shop Alpicola. This is Yuuna Tanaka’s “Pheasants can’t help but chirp”, which is inspired by the fact that pheasants are often seen on Mt. Rokko, and they sometimes appear in the Alpine Botanical Garden. In order to have such pheasants see the work, it is exhibited semi-outdoors, which is unusual for a dyed work. The chests of both pheasants depict a view from Mt.Rokko to Arima and Sannomiya direction. This is Reiichi Namatame’s “Hikari Island – Nocturnal Plant “UkarukuPa” Phosphorescent Experimental Zone”. The inside is coated with fluorescent paint, so it glows at night when illuminated by a black light, which is a must-see not only during the daytime, but also at night. The artwork shown in the picture is HAFEN Kou Honda’s “Wind of Plants Hill”. It was created to be a resting place where visitors can enjoy the environment of Rokko to the fullest. Inside there are benches so that visitors can also experience the comfort of Mt. Rokko.   You may also enjoy the seasonal flowers and plants in the Alpine Botanical Garden as you stroll around the garden.   Approximate viewing time: 40-60 minutes Single ticket: Adult 900 yen, Child 450 yen The Trail Area, newly opened in 2023, is an area where visitors can view artworks during hiking in the nature. The area has expanded since this year, and has become more as an area where visitors can fully enjoy the nature and art of Mt. Rokko. There are no restrooms along the way, so be sure to use the restrooms and prepare for your drinks before entering the area. Since there are few lights in the area, it is recommended to visit early in the day. In the picture shown is Naoshi Kondo’s “My Grave”. The houses are assembled as tombs, with objects from the artist’s daily life placed inside the houses and the radio playing. Before entering the Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE, you can see Tadashi Kawamata’s “Rokko Floating Bridge and Terrace: Extended Bridge and Terrace” being exhibited continuously since last year in New Pond next to the parking lot. This year, a sunken bridge and a small terrace have been newly added. If you are not planning to explore the trail area, this work located a minute’s walk from the parking lot is easily accessible.   Approximate viewing time: 60-140 minutes (Depends on the walking pace) Single ticket (Shin pond/Banno Villa/Yansen Atelier): Adult 700 yen, Child 250 yen The Rokko-Arima Ropeway Sancho Station is about a 5-minute walk from the Rokko Garden Terrace area. On the second floor, you can see Taichi Yoshimura’s “Four Flowers”. Mr. Yoshimura told us that for this artwork, he would like visitors to see the video inside the gondola and then see the wood carvings outside.   Approximate viewing time: 10-15 minutes The Rokko Garden Terrace area has three restaurants, making it a convenient base for lunch and souvenir shopping.  On display on the terrace overlooking not only Kobe but also Osaka is Rintaro Fuse’s “New Gnomon: Sundial for a New Earth” which displays time via the natural sunlight. Although it is not included in the passport to view artworks, the Shidare Museum in Rokko Shidare Observatory is also a must-visit spot.   Rokko Shidare Observatory “Shidare Museum” ●Adult (13 years old and older) 1,000 yen ●Child (4 to 12 years old) 500 yen   Approximate viewing time: 30 minutes One of the works you should not miss is Aiko MIYANAGA’s “Sound of the Path” at Tadao Ando’s “Chapel of the Wind”. The Chapel of the Wind is one of a trilogy of chapeles designed by architect Tadao Ando, along with the Chapel of Water and the Chapel of Light. The approach to the building is beautiful. Hope you will take as much time as possible to think about the path in the cool church.   In addition, eight works can be viewed at the nearby Rokkosan Art Center and three works can be viewed at the former Rokko Sky Villa.   Approximate viewing time: 90-120 minutes Finally, for those who have trouble figuring out bus connections, or would like to go but access is a bottleneck, here is a model route on the mountain.   <START> Rokko Cable Sanjo Station (Departure: 12:35) ↓ Rokko Garden Terrace (12:44 arrival / 13:55 departure) Lunch is also available here. ↓ Musical Box Museum (13:58 arrival / 15:00 departure) ↓ 5 mins walk ↓ Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden (15:05 arrival / 16:03 departure) For those who are tired, we recommend spending a relaxing time at the Café. ↓ Chapel of the Wind (16:06 arrival / 16:46 departure) On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from September 21 to November 24, “Lighting Forest – Night Art Stroll” is held, so it is recommended to take the bus from Chapel of the Wind (departing at 17:09) and return to the Alpine Botanical Garden to enjoy the evening events. ↓ Rokko Cable Sanjo Station (16:50 arrival)   Take the Rokko Cable down to the bottom station, and then transfer to a Kobe City Bus to Hankyu Railway Rokko Station. It only takes about 10 minutes to Kobe Sannomiya Station and about 30 minutes to Osaka Umeda Station.   ▼Check this article▼ 10 Delicious Gourmet Foods in Kobe! Local Specialties and Local Foods Recommended by Locals 7 Osaka Umeda Night Activities. Enjoy the night in the city with bars, cafes and night views! This dining room overlooks Osaka and Kobe. Lunch is mainly courses, and is recommended for those who can take their time. It is also open until 8:00 p.m. (last entry at 7:00 p.m.), so it can be used as a dinner after sightseeing. Located inside the Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE, this café offers semi-self-service one-plate lunches and café menu items. There is also seating outside, so it is pleasant to eat on the terrace when the weather is nice.   Down: Kobe pork hamburger steak 1,630 yen (tax included) Up left: Raclette cheese plate 1,880 yen (tax included) Up right: Awaji Onion Curry 1,350 yen (tax included) Other plans include a reservation plan with lunch for a private use of the park’s 360-degree transparent “SIKI Dome,” which is recommended for those who want to spend a relaxing time at the Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE.   More details about reservation of SIKI Dome please click here There are two entrances to the Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, and Café Edelweiss is located near the east entrance. We recommend the terrace seats overlooking the trees of the botanical garden. This semi-self-service restaurant offers a casual Western menu of curry rice, hamburgers, stews, and other dishes. Seats by the window overlook the cityscape of Kobe. Many Japanese people probably associate Mt. Rokko with Genghis Khan. It has been a specialty of Mt. Rokko since ancient times. Enjoy the view from the mountain while eating Genghis Khan. This café offers chef’s special dishes and sweets made with seasonal ingredients. You can enjoy curry and hamburgers made with “Yamamitsu,” honey from Mt. Rokko.   Left: Cheese hamburger steak with Rokko Champignon and special demi-glace sauce (with soup, salad, rice or bread) 2,300 yen Center: Marron latte with Rokko miso caramel (hot or iced) 800 yen Right: Rokkosan Yamamitsu Omu Curry (with soup and drink bar) 1,700 yen *Marron Latte is a limited menu item during the Kobe Rokko Meets Art exhibition starting on Saturday, August 24. The view is perfect here.   There are not many places to eat, so all the restaurants are crowded during lunchtime on weekends and holidays. Try to eat well by staggering your meals or using take-out.   Rokko Meets Art is an autumn-only event that can be enjoyed along with the beautiful nature of Mt. The artwork changes every year, so be sure to visit this annual autumn event.

〈2024〉Best 14 Places to See Autumn Leaves in Japan (Kyoto, Osaka and More)!

Japan in autumn colors. Here are some of the best places in Kansai to see the autumn leaves, by area, from once-in-a-lifetime viewing spots to hidden gems. Please refer to the fall tourism in 2024.   -INDEX- 【KYOTO】 〇Higashiyama Area Famous place：Eikando Little known good spot：Anrakuji 〇Arashiyama Area Famous place：Daikaku-ji Temple Famous place：Jojakko-ji Little known good spot：Takenotera-Jizoin 〇Other Area Famous place：Rurikoin Little known good spot：Komyo-ji 【OSAKA】 Famous place：Minoh Waterfall Little known good spot：Katsuo-ji 【KOBE】 Famous place：Sorakuen Garden  Famous place：Kobe Municipal Arboretum Little known good spot：Rokko-Arima Ropeway 【Other Area】 Himeji：KOKO-EN Nara：Hasedera temple Eikando is the best place in Higashiyama to view the autumn leaves. About 3,000 maple trees cover the entire precincts of the temple. The sight of the tallest pagoda, Dabotou, enveloped by the autumn leaves is a fantastic sight. Japanese maples are planted around the Housho Pond, and the reflection of the Japanese maples and the Gokuraku Bridge in the water is a must-see. Normally closed to the public, this special temple is open to the public only during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons. Within walking distance is the Philosopher’s Path, which is tinted in autumn, so a walk along this path is recommended. Highlights include the scattered autumn leaves that turn the stone steps of the temple gate bright red and the beautiful garden with Nyoigatake in the background.   ▼Check this article▼ 【Kyoto】1 Day Trip｜Let’s walk around Higashiyama, Kyoto to see the autumn leaves! The combination of the beautiful colors of the pagoda and the fiery maple leaves is gorgeous. Osawa Pond to the east is also a popular spot for viewing autumn leaves. The reflection of the autumn scenery on the surface of the water is fantastic. This temple is located on Mt. Ogura, known for the Ogura Hyakunin Isshitsu. In autumn, the approach from the entrance gate to the Niomon Gate is covered in autumn leaves, creating a tunnel of foliage. The autumn leaves surrounding the 12-meter tall Dabotou (pagoda), which is located at the top of the stone steps, is a must-see. The precincts of the temple and the area around the pagoda also offer a panoramic view of Kyoto City. It is a well-known autumn foliage viewing spot for those in the know. The trees change color later than other places in Kyoto, and the autumn leaves can be enjoyed until mid-December. Surrounded by lush bamboo groves, the contrast between the green of the bamboo and the changing colors of the autumn leaves is magnificent. The heart-shaped window, Inome-mado, in the Hojo is also open to the public. The autumn leaves cut by the window are breathtakingly beautiful.   ▼Food info of Arashiyama area▼ Kyoto Arashiyama Sightseeing Half-day Model Course! Capture the bamboo forest, temples, nature, and major spots! 9 Sweets in Arashiyama, Kyoto, from Easy Eats to Stylish Cafes Ruriko-in Temple is a popular spot in Rakuhoku Yase, and the spectacular view of the autumn leaves reflecting on the lacquered desk on the second floor is a sight to behold. Anyone can take pictures of this spectacular view by holding up a camera at the desk. It is open to the public only twice a year, in spring and fall. Please enjoy the wide-open view of the autumn leaves as they spread across your field of vision. Sohonzan Komyoji Temple is located at the foot of Nishiyama in Nagaokakyo City. Visitors can see the rich expression of nature in each of the four seasons. Every year from mid-November to early December, a special entrance to the temple is held for the autumn foliage. The maple approach to the temple, with its impressive lineup of about 250 old maple trees, is a superb photo spot. Nishiyama is one of Kyoto’s best but not well-known sightseeing spots. If you want to enjoy Kyoto without the crowds, or if you want to visit a spot that is not yet known, check out the article below.   ▼Check this article▼ Kyoto Nishiyama｜An undiscovered sightseeing spot in Kyoto! Minoh Great Falls is one of the best places in Osaka to view the autumn leaves. The contrast between the waterfall and the autumn leaves in the vast Minoh Park is spectacular. You can enjoy the autumn leaves everywhere along the 2.6 km route from Hankyu Minoh Station to the falls. If you come to Minoh, you must try the famous “Momiji no Tempura” (maple leaf tempura). It is a slightly sweet and crunchy snack made by carefully frying real maple leaves one by one. You can buy it at a store on Takimichi.   ▼Check this article▼ Note on how to get to Minoh Waterfall! Points that international travelers should know before going there Known since ancient times as a temple of good fortune, the precincts of Minoh’s Katsuo-ji Temple are decorated with brilliant autumn leaves in November. The tunnel of autumn leaves covering the approach to the temple is especially spectacular. The contrast between the green mountains in the background and the autumn leaves is like a painting. Katsuo-ji Temple is also known as the temple of “Kachi-Dharma”. Small Dharma dolls are laid everywhere, including on the stairs and stone walls. Please enjoy the adorable Dharma and beautiful nature.   ▼Check this article▼ What is the highlight of Katsuo-ji in Minoh? A temple of luck to win in Osaka sightseeing ▼Sightseeing and food info of Minoh▼ A Guide of Minoh｜Sightseeing, Food and Transportation Sorakuen Garden is the only Japanese garden in Kobe City’s urban parks. It is a kaiyu-style garden with a pond, with stepping stones and stone bridges across which visitors can view streams and waterfalls. The garden is famous for azaleas in spring, and in autumn the garden is decorated with autumn leaves.   Important cultural properties such as the boathouse and the former Hassam residence, which were relocated for preservation, are also highlights. Why not enjoy an authentic Japanese garden and fall foliage viewing in the city of Kobe? The park is divided into different regions of the world, such as North America and Europe, and different types of trees, so that visitors can learn about the diverse beauty of autumn leaves. The area around Hase Pond is a particularly beautiful spot for viewing the autumn colors in a water mirror. Let’s take a stroll through the vast park and enjoy the world tour of autumn leaves!   ▼Sightseeing and food info of Kobe▼ 10 Delicious Gourmet Foods in Kobe! Local Specialties and Local Foods Recommended by Locals 10 Japanese Sake Tasting Spots in Nadagogo｜Sake Breweries near Kobe 6 Sake Brewery Restaurants in Nadagogo near Kobe First Time in Kobe. 21 Best Things to Do! Sightseeing, Spots, Dining, Model Course The Rokko-Arima Ropeway connects the top of Mt. Rokko and Arima Onsen in about 12 minutes. Visitors can enjoy the changing autumn leaves depending on the elevation. The view of the autumn foliage from the gondola’s large foot-high windows is spectacular. Don’t forget to stop by Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2024 beyond, which is being held on Mt. Rokko until November 24, 2024. Also, at Arima Onsen, you can enjoy nature, hot springs and food!   ▼Check this article▼ Arima Onsen-1 Day Trip｜Enjoy Hot Springs, Gourmet, and Nature! The 10 best food and sweets in Arima Onsen Town There are nine gardens of different styles with Himeji Castle, which is registered as a World Heritage site, in the background. Because of the atmosphere of the Edo period, the gardens are often used for filming movies and TV dramas. In the fall, the Autumn Foliage Festival is held from mid-November to early December. The best time to visit is during the “Momiji-kai” (autumn foliage viewing), when the leaves are illuminated for a fantastic view. You can enjoy a fantastic view that is different from that of daytime. Hasedera Temple, located in Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture, is known as the “Temple of Flowers”. The temple is open twice a year, in spring and fall, for a limited time for special visits. A must-see spot is the floor of the hall of worship. In autumn, visitors can enjoy the “Yuka-momiji” (floor maple leaves) that turn bright red. The view of the autumn leaves from the stage in front of the main hall is not to be missed. The five-story pagoda surrounded by autumn leaves is a magnificent sight. Be sure to visit Hasedera Temple, where the entire mountain is decorated with autumn leaves. Autumn in Japan is very vivid. There are so many places to see the autumn leaves that it is impossible to visit them all at once. Please find your favorite spot and enjoy the autumn foliage as you wish.

7 Sake Brewery Restaurants in Nadagogo near Kobe

Nadagogo in Hyogo has been known as the best sake brewery in Japan. Located within a day trip from both Kobe and Osaka, visitors can experience Japan’s uniquely nurtured sake culture through a tour of any sake brewery. Also, the breweries often have a restaurant or a bar where visitors can taste limited edition sake! Now, let’s enjoy sake tasting with delicious Japanese food.   Index 1. Sakabayashi (Kobe Shushinkan) 2. Sakuramasamune Museum “Sakuraen” 3. Nihon Sakari Sakagura Dori Rengakan 4. Hakushika Classics 5. Amakara no Sekijuan 6. Nadagogo Sakedokoro 7. Hakutaka Rokusuien 1. Sakabayashi (Kobe Shushinkan)   Kobe Shushinkan is a sake complex run by the world-famous brewing company of Japanese sake “Fukuju”. There is a brewery that produces sake, a brewery that sells sake, a multi-purpose hall that utilizes the brewery, and Sakabayashi, the brewery’s restaurant. Sakabayashi is a Japanese restaurant in a wooden storehouse with a charming Japanese atmosphere, set in a Japanese garden decorated with seasonal flowers. In addition to kaiseki cuisine, the restaurant offers a wide variety of a la carte dishes unique to the sake brewery. The restaurant focuses on ingredients from Hyogo Prefecture, such as sea bream from Akashi in spring, octopus in summer, vegetables from Tamba in fall, and blowfish from Awaji Island in winter. Kobe beef (reservation required), homemade tofu and soba noodles are also available. Enjoy them with a glass of Nama-zake, which can only be tasted at the brewery. 2. Sakuramasamune Museum “Sakuraen”   Sakuramasamune Museum is a comprehensive sake facility that includes a sake brewery restaurant called Sakuraen where you can taste sake with food, a sake bar called Sanbaiya”, an exhibition room introducing the sake brewing process, and also a sake shop. At Sakuraen, you can enjoy the taste of Nama-zake, which is only served at the restaurant. The specialty here is a sake nabe(pot) in which 50% of the broth is made with sake, of which you can enjoy 2 flavors at the same time. “Nabe” is one of the Japanese food cultures where soup, vegetables, meat, fish, etc. are simmered in a large pot and eaten together around the table. Come and experience it for yourself! At the sake bar Sanbaiya, each person can order up to 3 glasses from a total of 25 varieties, so feel free to stop by before or after your meal. 3. Nihon Sakari Sakagura Dori Rengakan   The modern building operated by Nihon Sakari, a sake brewer established in 1889, is the Sakagura Dori Rengakan. The Japanese restaurant Hanasakari, located inside, offers a wide selection of limited sake. The most popular lunch dish is the “Sake Brewery Shokado.” Shokado” refers to a premium bento box, with kaiseki dishes arranged in four separate bento boxes. Sake Brewery Shokado is a menu of seasonal ingredients utilized in a variety of ways to improve both taste and visual sense. The store also sells pound cakes with a gorgeous aroma soaked in Souhana, a Junmai Ginjo sake made of Nihon Zakari, as well as sake containers and other souvenirs. 4. Hakushika Classics   Hakushika Classics is a restaurant and store run directly by Hakushika sake brewery. Here, you can purchase store-exclusive Nama-zake and freshly pressed sake by weight, as well as seasonal limited edition sake and original sake containers. The restaurant offers Juwari soba using buckwheat flour from Tochigi and a Japanese-style course made of seasonal ingredients. The restaurant also offers dishes with a secret sake-kasu broth using sake lees directly from the brewery, therefore be sure to enjoy them with a glass of Hakushika’s famous sake. Next to it is the Sake Museum (Hakushika Memorial Museum of Sake), which is divided into 2 buildings, Sakagura-kan and Kinen-kan. Here displays the traditional sake brewing process and tools, as well as collections of artworks from the Tatsuuma family. 5. Amakara no Sekijuan   The “Ama-no-Kanjuan”, offering a wide variety of sweets and drinks made with sake, is operated by Oseki brewery which has been brewing for more than 310 years. Sekijuan is recommended for those who want to taste sake and try rare sake sweets, or just want to take a break! The cafe corner offers sake sponge cake, ice cream with sake manju kneaded into it, sweet sake, and so on. The ice cream kneaded with sake manju is made by stirring the sake manju made with Daiginjo, and is a gem with the gentle sweetness of red bean paste and the mellow aroma of sake. Visitors can relax while gazing at the garden. Besides, a sake tasting corner is also available. 6. Nadagogo Sakedokoro   Nadagogo Sakedokoro is a restaurant where you can enjoy sake from 26 breweries in Nadagogo and food based on the theme of “season, local, compatibility, and fermentation”. The interior of this renovated former sake brewery features high ceilings. The 50-meter-long counter resembles a shrine path, with round lights like lanterns, and photogenic neon decorations making a strong impression! In the restaurant, you can taste sake from 26 different breweries. “Nadagogo Sakedokoro Set” is highly recommended which includes five types of sake and three types of dishes. The dishes are made of seasonal ingredients from the Kobe area and five brands of sake selected are served together on a traditional wooden tray. 7. Hakutaka Rokusuien   Hakutaka is the only sake brewery in Japan that offers sake to the Ise Shrine. Hakutaka Rokusuien is a facility that houses a store selling sake, sake containers, and snacks, a brewery bar, an exhibition hall for sake making tools, and a traditional restaurant.   At the brewery bar which only opens on weekends and holidays, you can get immersed into this Japanese-style space with a counter made of a single piece of zelkova wood and handmade Japanese paper for the interior. Also, seasonal sake sets or food with sake plans are provided together with other menu items. Besides, Tokyo Chikuyotei, a famous restaurant that has been loved by literati since the end of the Edo period, is located in the same facility. You can enjoy the famous broiled eel with the beautiful garden view that changes through the seasons.  Enjoy! OSAKA KYOTO KOBE has the latest and most comprehensive information about Nadagogo ranging from its history to its attractions and sightseeing spots nearby. 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