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
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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
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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
