Mount Rokkō: Kobe's Majestic Mountain Range
Escape to Mount Rokkō: Panoramic views, gardens, museums, and outdoor adventures await in Kobe's stunning mountain range.
Mount Rokkō, a prominent mountain range northeast of Kobe, offers stunning views and a variety of attractions. Easily accessible, it's a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking respite from city life. From botanical gardens to music museums and scenic overlooks, Rokkō provides a diverse range of experiences.
A brief summary to Mount Rokkō
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Local tips
- Visit the Rokko Garden Terrace for shopping, dining, and panoramic views stretching from Akashi Strait to the Osaka Plain.
- Take the Rokko Arima Ropeway for a scenic ride to Arima Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot spring resorts.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as the mountain can be windy, especially at the observatories.
- Consider purchasing a Rokko Sanjo Bus 1-day ticket for easy access to various attractions on the mountain.
- Visit at sunset to witness Kobe light up as the sun goes down, especially from Mt. Rokko & Shidare Observatory.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Kobe-Sannomiya Station, take the Hankyu Kobe Line to Rokko Station. From there, take Kobe City Bus No. 16 to Rokko Cable Shita Station (approx. ¥210). Purchase a ticket for the Rokko Cable Car (one-way ¥800, round trip ¥1,550) to reach Rokko Sanjo Station. From the top of the cable car, the Rokko Sanjo Bus connects to various attractions (¥1350 return ticket including cable car and bus rides).
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Ropeway
Alternatively, access Mount Rokko from Arima Onsen via the Rokko Arima Ropeway. From Arima Onsen Station, walk approximately 15 minutes to the Rokko Arima Ropeway station. A one-way trip costs ¥1,400, and a round trip is ¥2,520. The ropeway takes you to Rokko Sancho Station, near Rokko Garden Terrace.
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