Why You Should Visit
Cherry blossom petals drift through the air, mingling with the aroma of coffee. Discover your next favorite book and a perfect cup of coffee to color your spring. Unique bookstores and coffee shops from Kobe and across Kansai gather in one place, along with an author talk show. Free admission.
Essentials
- location
- Kobe Renga Soko West Square / K-wave
- period
- April 4, 2026 (Sat)
- Time
- 11:00〜17:00
- cost
- Free admission
- access
- A 5-minute walk from JR Kobe Station; simply head toward the waterfront.
- NOTE
- 【Book Vendors】 1003, Honno Shiori, Hanamori Shorin, Tabitabi Shoten, Honya Locanto, Acocroh-sha, Furuhon Yotsumeyaya, Kayaribunko, Kazebunko, Mitsuzumi Shobo, Yagami Shorin, Kosho Omoino Hoka, Kaifusha Taiken Book Center, SUS (Osaka), Furuhon'ya World Ends Garden 【Authors & Publishers】 Teppei Ohara (author), Heita Otaki / Juzanfuto / Natsuya Semikawa (authors), Kaizu Aoyama / Ryo Hasuimizu / Kurage Mochizuki (authors), Stubrow Books, EYEDEAR, Shimamoto (collage artist / bookmarks) 【Coffee & Sweets】 Meiyo Bakery, ink_booksandcoffee, kackey's COFFEE, Oyatsu Garage Nantekouta, Shiori Kashiten, ametista, Sunny Bagel, muunya0628, Parigri Confiserie 【Special Event: Author Talk Show】 Theme: 'How to Start with Literature' Time: 14:00 (approx. 45 min) Speakers: Makoto Toriyama, Teppei Ohara
Frequently Asked Questions
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Harborland (Mosaic)
GALLERY
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PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE
BEST SHOTS
- — Wide-angle night shots capturing both the Ferris wheel and harbor lights
- — Reflection photos from the wooden deck along the waterfront
ESSENTIALS
- Opening Hours
- Varies by shop (many restaurants stay open late into the evening)
- cost
- Free (dining and facility fees apply separately)
- Best Time
- Night (harbor and Ferris wheel illuminations reflected on the water create a dreamy scene)
- Access
- A 5-minute walk from JR Kobe Station; simply head toward the waterfront.
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