Kobe is a must-explore destination for anyone visiting Japan. While Kobe has always been an important port in Japan’s history, it also has a reputation for being one of the best-kept cities in the country. From classic Japanese gardens to the longest suspension bridge in the world, Kobe is a dazzling mix of tradition and modern influence.

While on your Asia cruise, you’ll feel like you’ve discovered a hidden gem in Kobe, one where locals celebrate and value their city. After experiencing a massive earthquake in 1995, Kobe bounced back, channeling the tragedy to create landmarks and museums to honor the city’s past, like the Kobe Earthquake Museum and the renovated Kobe Port Tower.

While on a Kobe cruise, take a short cable car ride to the top of Mount Rokko for 360-degree views of the city skyline, followed by a dip in the tranquil Arima Onsen, a thousand-year-old hot spring with healing properties. Don’t leave without trying the area’s world-famous, mouthwatering Kobe beef.

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