Kobe Port Tower - Kobe's landmark building, with different beauty during the day and at night

Kobe Port Tower is one of the landmark buildings in Kobe, Japan. It is located in the Kobe Port area and is famous for its unique red mesh structure and viewing function.

Kobe Port Tower was built in 1963 and is 108 meters high. Its design was inspired by the shape of a traditional Japanese drum. The tower is made up of 32 red steel pipes interwoven to form a beautiful hyperbolic structure, which is particularly eye-catching under the lights at night.

There is an observation deck in the tower, which visitors can reach by elevator and overlook the panoramic view of Kobe Port, Mount Rokko and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in the distance. Kobe Port Tower is not only a tourist attraction, but also a symbol of Kobe's prosperity as an international port.

During the Great Hanshin Earthquake in 1995, Kobe Port Tower was affected to a certain extent, but after restoration, it was reopened and became one of the symbols of the city's revitalization.

In addition, there are also attractions such as the Maritime Museum and Meriken Park around the Kobe Port Tower, which together constitute the core tourist area of ​​Kobe Port and attract many tourists to visit.

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Post by benkwan | Apr 21, 2025