Overlooking the million-night view of Kobe! Rokko Mountain viewing guide!

Kobe city is surrounded by the Rokko mountain range, with Mount Maya being the highest peak. Various observation platforms and tourist facilities have been built on the mountain, including the Rokko Mountain Ranch where visitors can get up close with small animals, the vibrant Nunobiki Herb Garden, and the Music Box Museum, all of which are great for family outings.

Overlooking the evening scenery of Kobe from Mount Rokko, known as the "Million Night View" or even the "Ten Million Dollar Night View", it may be a manifestation of the island country mentality to be amazed by it. There are two places to enjoy the view, one is the observation deck on Mount Rokko, which has some limitations due to a mountain blocking the view, and the other is the place where the Maya Cable Car comes up, with a wider and unobstructed view.

Mount Rokko is located in North Kobe, adjacent to the Tokaido Shinkansen. Taking the North Kobe subway in Kobe will lead you to Shin-Kobe, where you can directly hike to the cable car station. Those with good physical strength can climb the mountain, where there are Western-style buildings, cafes, gift shops, and more, resembling a small town in Europe. From there, you can overlook Kobe Port and feel refreshed!

Post by Aiden.Peterson^29 | Mar 1, 2023