Why You Should Visit
A special open-day event by the JMSDF where visitors can tour three naval vessels at Kobe Port: flagship Kashima, training ship Shimakaze, and support ship Tenryu.
Essentials
- location
- West Wharf, Port Island, Kobe Port
- period
- March 18, 2026 (Wed)
- Time
- 10:00–15:00 (Last entry: 14:30)
- cost
- Free admission
- access
- Access: Short walk from Port Liner 'Nakakōen Station'
Frequently Asked Questions
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