CONVENIENT ACCESS ACROSS JAPAN FROM THE PORT OF KOBE
Kobe City is situated near the center of the long, north-south stretch of the Japanese archipelago, making it a very convenient location for traveling to various regions of Japan by ship, train, or airplane. From Kobe Airport, there are regular flights to various destinations across Japan. International charter flights began in April 2025, and regular international flights are set to begin in 2030. Additionally, Kansai International Airport can be reached in approximately 30 minutes via the high-speed Bay Shuttle ferry. (Operating between Kobe Airport Pier and Kansai International Airport Pier.)
KOBE AIRPORT SERVICES TO：
| City(Air Port) | Approximate time |
|---|---|
| Tokyo (Haneda) | 70 min. |
| Sapporo(New chitose) | 110 min. |
| Okinawa(Naha) | 120min. |
For more information（Kobe Airport Official Website）
RAILWAYS
The Shinkansen, a super express bullet train operated by Japan Rail, has a nationwide railway network that connects Kobe with major cities such as Tokyo, Nagoya, and Fukuoka. There are also many private railways that serve Kobe, which allow you easy access to other cities in the region such as Kyoto and Osaka.
SHIN-KOBE STATION SERVICES TO：
| City(Station) | Approximate time(Bullet train) |
|---|---|
| Tokyo | 160 min. |
| Nagoya | 65 min. |
| Hiroshima | 75min |
| Fukuoka(Hakata) | 135min |
SANNOMIYA STATION SERVICES TO：
| Sightseeing area(Station) | Route | Approximate time |
|---|---|---|
| Himeji Castle(Himeji) | Subway, Bullet train | 30 min. |
| JR(Special Rapid Service) | 40 min. | |
| Kyoto | Subway, Bullet train. | 45 min. |
| JR(Special Rapid Service) | 50 min. | |
| Osaka | JR(Special Rapid Service) | 20 min. |
| Nara | JR(Rapid Service) | 90 min. |
TRANSPORTATION IN THE CITY
The Port of Kobe is close to the downtown area and can be reached on foot. Additionally, the Port Liner, the world's first fully automated, driverless new transportation system, is directly connected to Port Terminal, one of Kobe’s major passenger terminals. The Port Liner runs between Sannomiya Station, Kobe’s main terminal station, and Kobe Airport. At Sannomiya Station, you can transfer to various modes of transportation such as the JR railway line, subway, private railways, express buses, and local buses, allowing easy access to your sightseeing and shopping destinations.
HIGHWAY NETWORK
The Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge, the 2nd longest world's suspension bridge at 3,911 meters in length, connects Kobe City with Awaji Island. From Awaji Island, you can also cross over to the island of Shikoku.
SETO INLAND SEA CRUISE
The Port of Kobe serves as a gateway to the Seto Inland Sea for cruises as well. The Seto Inland Sea is the inland sea surrounded by the islands of Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. The unique, picturesque scenery of over 700 islands has made it one of the most popular cruise destinations in Japan. Numerous boats come and go through the Seto Inland Sea, enjoying the beautiful views along the way.
