Brisbane’s Sister City – Kobe
The signing of the Brisbane-Kobe Sister City Agreement in 1985 marked Brisbane’s first Sister City relationship. Since this date both cities have worked to strengthen the relationship through civic, cultural and business events.
Kobe and Brisbane have a long history of supporting each other in times of need. In the wake of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in Kobe, the people of Brisbane raised $AUD82,000 to help with the appeal. Conversely, following the 2011 flooding in Brisbane, Kobe City Government, City Assembly and Kobe City Government Workers’ Union donated more than $AUD50,000 to assist in the recovery effort.
Regular updates are made on Kobe City by the Society – please scroll through the news posts below for all the latest news and info
Ironside State School Celebrates 44 Years of Japan Study Tour Program and Participates in AJS-QLD Student Art Exchange between Brisbane and Kobe
Representatives from the AJS-QLD Committee recently joined Consul-General Ishikawa and Mrs Ishikawa at a special assembly at Ironside State School, St Lucia. The assembly was held to farewell students and staff travelling to Japan as members of the school’s Japan Study Tour program. The program,
Kobe’s most beautiful parks and gardens
Zuihoji Park Located on the site of the former Zuihoji Temple, the park is famous throughout the Kansai region for its spectacular autumn foliage and its cherry blossoms in spring. The park is is approximately 10- 15 minutes walk from Arima Onsen and is easily
Kobe Sake
As the capital of Hyogo Prefecture, Japan’s most significant sake production region, Kobe has long been held to to produce arguably the finest sake in Japan. Kobe sake is the result of a unique combination of elements including the purest of water, high quality rice,
Arima Onsen – Kobe
Kobe’s famous Arima Onsen has a history that spans more than 1000 years, making it one of the oldest hot spring resorts in Japan. Tucked in behind Mt Rokko the resort’s secluded mountain location, pure, clean air and spectacular seasonal foliage has made it a
Kobe Marathon 2025
Sun 16th Nov 2025 Held over a weekend in the sunny but cool month of November, the Kobe Marathon is one of the city’s most popular sporting events. The marathon starts at Kobe City Hall, a two-minute walk from Sannomiya-Hanadokeimae Station. Open to anyone willing
Kobe’s Kitano Ijinkan Area
Located behind Kobe’s CBD, in the leafy foothills of Mt Rokko, is the delightful Kitano Ijinkan area. Its distinctive 19th Century western architecture, cafes, galleries, museums and boutiques dotted along steep, narrow streets and winding lanes, makes it a very popular spot among locals and
Christmas in Kobe
Written by Julie Yamamoto, AJSQ Committee Member I was in Osaka for a work project in November and December, so I made the most of my central location to venture to nearby locations including Kobe. It had been a while since I last visited this
Brisbane’s New Bonsai House’s Link to Kobe
The Dedication Ceremony of the new Bonsai House at Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha took place on 22 November. The Right Honourable, the Lord Mayor of Brisbane, Councillor Adrian Schrinner was joined by Mr GOMAKUBO Junji Consul-General of Japan, Brisbane to formally acknowledge completion of the Bonsai House,
Kobe/Kansai Hydrogen Hub
Kobe, Brisbane’s Sister City, continues to develop as a major hydrogen hub in Japan.
Australia Japan Society – Queensland’s Role in the Brisbane Kobe Relationship
The AJS-Q has been involved with the Brisbane Kobe Sister City relationship since the signing of the Agreement in 1985.
Lord Mayor Acknowledges and Commemorates 35th Anniversary of Brisbane Kobe Sister City Relationship
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner acknowledged and commemorated the 35th anniversary of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City relationship in a Motion of Appreciation at the Brisbane City Council Meeting on 3 November.
Kobe’s Waterfront Attractions
Each month throughout 2020 the AJS-Q has been celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City Relationship by highlighting aspects of Kobe. This month we are featuring Kobe’s Waterfront Attractions.
Ikuta Shrine – Kobe
Each month throughout 2020 the AJS-Q has been celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City relationship by highlighting aspects of Kobe. This month we are featuring Ikuta Shrine
Parks of Kobe
Each month throughout 2020 the AJS-Q is celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City relationship by highlighting aspects of Kobe. This month we are featuring a few of Kobe’s most beautiful parks and gardens.
Kobe’s Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
Each month throughout 2020 the AJS-Q is celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City relationship by highlighting aspects of Kobe. This month we are looking at Kobe’s Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
Kobe Sake
Each month throughout 2020 the AJS-Q is celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City relationship by highlighting aspects of Kobe. This month we are looking at Kobe Sake.
Arima Onsen – Kobe
Kobe’s famous Arima Onsen has a history that spans more than 1000 years, making it one of the oldest hot spring resorts in Japan. Tucked in behind Mt Rokko the resort’s secluded mountain location, pure, clean air and spectacular seasonal foliage has made it a favourite destination for centuries.
Kobe Nunobiki Ropeway and Herb Gardens
Each month throughout 2020 the AJS-Q is celebrating the Sister City anniversary by highlighting aspects of Kobe. This month we’re looking at the Nunobiki Herb Garden on Mount Rokko – one of the most beautiful places to visit in Kobe. Accessed by ropeway, this garden