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Why Visit
Since opening in 1963, Kobe Port Tower has been a beloved symbol of the city. The 2024 renovation transformed its observation spaces and lighting design into a modern 'lighthouse of the future'. It represents both Kobe’s maritime heritage and its evolving cityscape.
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Time-Slot Ticket System
Observation floors and rooftop require time-slot reservations. No same-day tickets when sold out.
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Multiple Discounts
Discounts available for seniors, disabled visitors and caregivers, and Kobe residents during birth month.
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Annual Passport
Unlimited entry for a year, with café coupon benefits.
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Photography Guide
✨ Best Shots
- • Capture the full tower from Meriken Park
- • Shoot night reflections from the Harborland side
🌅 Best Timing
- • Blue hour to night (just after illumination starts)
- • Early morning with clear air
💡 Weekends are crowded; avoid large tripods.
Essentials
- Opening Hours
- 9:00–23:00 (last admission 22:30)
- cost
- Adults: Observation ¥1,000 / Observation + Rooftop ¥1,200; Children: ¥400 / ¥500; Preschool children free
- Best Time
- Evening to night (best illumination period)
- Suggested Duration
- About 1 hour
- Access
- 15-min walk from JR/Hanshin Motomachi; 5-min walk from Minato Motomachi Station.
- Accessibility
- Elevator access and fully barrier-free.
- NOTE
- Entry to observation floors and rooftop requires time-slot reservations; no same-day tickets when sold out. Tickets specify entry time only, with no limit on stay duration. Seniors (65+), disability certificate holders, and one caregiver receive 50% off. Kobe residents receive 50% off during their birth month. Invitation and voucher tickets must be exchanged for a QR code at the information desk. Groups (15+) require advance reservation. Annual pass holders do not need reservations but may face entry restrictions during crowded periods.
