The Enchanting Flower Clock of Kobe

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Harima, take the Sanyo Expressway (E2) towards Kobe. Exit at the Kobe-Higashi interchange and continue on Route 2. Follow the signs for Chuo Ward/Kobe City Center. Once in the city, look for signs directing you to the Flower Clock located at 6 Chome-1 Kanocho. There is limited parking available nearby, so be prepared to park in a public parking lot if necessary. Parking fees may vary, typically costing around 300-500 yen per hour.

• Public Transport - Train

  To reach the Flower Clock by public transport, take the JR Sanyo Line from Harima Station to Sannomiya Station (approximately 30 minutes). From Sannomiya Station, transfer to the subway and take the Kaigan Line towards Nakamozu. Get off at the Kencho-mae Station, and from there, it’s a short 10-minute walk to the Flower Clock at 6 Chome-1 Kanocho. The subway fare will be around 200-300 yen depending on your starting point.

• Public Transport - Bus

  If you prefer taking a bus, start at Harima Station and take the local bus towards Kobe. Depending on the route, you may need to transfer at a major stop like Himeji. Once in Kobe, you can catch a local bus that stops near the Flower Clock. The total travel time may take about 1 hour and 15 minutes, and the bus fare will typically be around 500-700 yen. Be sure to check the bus schedules as they may vary.