⛩️🎡🌊 Half-Day in Kobe – Torii Trails & Harbor Lights

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This half-day in Kobe is short but full of heart —
from ancient shrines to glowing harbors.

⛩️ Stop 1️⃣ Ikuta Inari Daimyōjin (生田稲荷大明神)
A smaller sub-shrine hidden inside Ikuta Shrine grounds
Mini torii tunnel trail through a mossy forest path
Quiet, mysterious, and totally photogenic

📸 Best shot: Torii gates in layers, you walking through in soft kimono tones

🌇🎡 Stop 2️⃣ Kobe Harborland + Ferris Wheel
Head to Mosaic Kobe (shopping + seaside deck)
Ride the Kobe Port Ferris Wheel for stunning sunset-to-night city views
Harbor lights, ocean breeze, and romantic vibes guaranteed
🎟️ Ferris Wheel: ~800 yen
⏰ Best time: Golden hour to 7–8 PM
📍 Access: JR Kobe Station → 5 min walk to Harborland

💡 Itinerary Tip
14:00 – Arrive at Ikuta Shrine
15:00 – Explore Inari trail + mini forest
16:00 – Head to Kobe Harbor
17:30 – Ferris wheel sunset ride 🌇
18:00 – Dinner at Mosaic food court (with sea view!)
This half-day in Kobe is short but full of heart —
from ancient shrines to glowing harbors.

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