Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
Language
Japanese
Time Zone
JST (UTC+9)
Best Time to Visit
Mar–May
Typical Duration
14-19 nights
Price Range
$730.50–$91,949 per person
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Kobe is Japan's second-largest port and gateway to the Kansai region, offering cruisers access to historic temples, modern urban culture, and proximity to Kyoto and Osaka.
Cruises that visit Kobe
- cruises to Kobe
- Kobe sailings
- Kobe cruises
- 8-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 9-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 9-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 10-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 10-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 10-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 10-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 10-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 10-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 12-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 12-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 12-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Kobe
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Nankinmachi
Historic Chinese hub for dining/shopping
Kobe Harborland umie
You can go there by train as it is right next to Kobe train station.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Animal Kingdom
Indoor gardens with animal exhibits
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets
Premium outlet in Kobe around 1.5-2hr commute from Osaka.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Harborland
Harbor shopping & entertainment area
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Meriken Park
Waterfront hub housing city landmarks
Kobe Port Tower
Tower offering panoramic city views
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Daimaru Kobe
We use this place to shop for Kobe desserts and snacks.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kōbe Hankyū
Hankyu is the "nicer" department store in Sannomiya, Kobe.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Ōji Zoo
Unique animals & amusement rides
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Steakland Kobe-kan
Popular place for Kobe beef set menus
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Rokko Garden Terrace
Park with scenic views, shops & dining
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens & Ropeway
Botanical garden with cafes & a shop
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Kobe Harborland umie Mosaic
Mosaic Kobe is a great place to try fresh, delicious crab.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
Scenic hill with Western-style homes
Closed · Opens 9 AM
M-INT Kobe
Good place to find good brand store and clean atmosphere
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Higashi Yuenchi
City park with an earthquake memorial
BE KOBE Monument (Meriken Park)
Harborside sign & popular photo backdrop
Kobe Maritime Museum
Maritime museum with variety of exhibits
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Beef GENKICHI
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Kobe Beef KOJYU
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Kobe City Museum
Museum of Kobe city history & culture
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Kobe beef Daichi
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street
Lots of local brand and international brand you can get in sale.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
KOBE BEEF EiKiChi
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Beef Kurosawa
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Kobe Beef TAKAKURA
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Sorakuen Garden
Japanese gardens with a tranquil vibe
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Kōbe MARUI
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park
Preserved damage of historic earthquake
KOBE BEEF RED ONE
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Nunobiki Falls - Ontaki
Dramatic cascades & cityscape views
Kobe Beef Steak Restaurant Mouriya Honten
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Kobe Beef Steak Restaurant Royal Mouriya
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Mosaic Big Ferris Wheel
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 10 AM
WAGYUの国
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Kobe Beef MIYABI Kitanosaka Store
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Mitsui Outlet Park Marine Pia Kobe
Highly recommended for families and anyone visiting the Kobe area!
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Nunobiki Herb Gardens and Ropeway
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Kobe Fuji Kobe Beef Steak & Teppanyaki
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Tor Road Steak Aoyama
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Kobe Beef Teppanyaki Kishokichi Sankita Street
Dine-in
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Kobe Beef Amami
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Japanese Restaurant Hanasato KOBE
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Kobe Steak Restaurant Mouriya Lin
The menu showcases Kobe beef in its finest forms of sizzling teppanyaki.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Kobe Harborland umie North Mall
The prices and selection are great and everyone is so nice!
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kobe Beef Steak House Teppanyaki Setsugetsuka Honten
Kobe beef was absolutely fantastic with juices exploding in my mouth.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
La maison de graciani
French dining in a Western-style mansion
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Mykonos KOBE Bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Cà sento
Modern eatery for renowned Spanish fare
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Tsuki Usagi
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Midnight International Bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Alchemy, Kobe
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Uemura
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 PM
bar shark
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Hack Bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Kobe Beef Steak Hanahoubi
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Kawasaki Good Times World
Closed · Opens 10 AM
THE CASTLE
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6:30 PM
Gensai
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 4 PM
神戸BAR IKUTANOMORI (神戸バー生田の森)
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM
High Bridge Cocktail Bar
Onsite services not available
Closed · Opens 8 PM
SPEAKEASY KOBE
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 PM
Bar KAMAKURA
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Kobe
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Kobe
Kobe has established itself as a vibrant hub in Asia's cruise scene, with twelve major cruise lines calling at this dynamic Japanese port. Whether you're embarking on a 14-night voyage or enjoying a port of call, you'll find excellent connectivity to neighboring destinations like Tokyo, Busan, and Nagasaki. With 117 upcoming cruises and peak seasons spanning spring and autumn, Kobe offers cruise travelers plenty of opportunities to explore this region's rich maritime culture and diverse itineraries.
Stepping ashore in Kobe, you'll discover a city that beautifully blends modern sophistication with traditional charm. The iconic Kobe waterfront and nearby cultural attractions provide a compelling taste of contemporary Japan, while the city's renowned culinary scene and proximity to cultural landmarks make even a brief port visit memorable. Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning to explore further, Kobe serves as an ideal base for experiencing both the port itself and the broader wonders of Japan's Kansai region.
Stepping ashore in Kobe, you'll discover a city that beautifully blends modern sophistication with traditional charm. The iconic Kobe waterfront and nearby cultural attractions provide a compelling taste of contemporary Japan, while the city's renowned culinary scene and proximity to cultural landmarks make even a brief port visit memorable. Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning to explore further, Kobe serves as an ideal base for experiencing both the port itself and the broader wonders of Japan's Kansai region.
Cruise Lines at Kobe
- Silversea (33 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (22 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (16 cruises)
- Seabourn (11 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (10 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (9 cruises)
- Holland America Line (8 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (6 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (5 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (4 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (4 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (3 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (3 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (1 cruise)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Kobe
Cruises Visiting Kobe
Ship Schedule at Kobe
Kobe Location
Other Cruise Ports in Japan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kobe known for?
Kobe is famous for its cosmopolitan harbor, Kobe beef, and multicultural dining scenes.
How can I get to Kobe from Osaka?
Fast trains like JR or Hankyu connect Osaka and Kobe in about 20-30 minutes.
What are must-see spots in Kobe's port area?
Kobe Port Tower, Harborland, and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge viewpoints offer waterfront charm.
When is Kobe's best time to visit?
Spring and autumn offer mild weather ideal for sightseeing and outdoor markets.