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Kobe Port Tower

神戸ポートタワー · Hatobachō

8 story sections15 min 36 s in all

observation tower

History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation2:11

    Welcome to the Kobe Port Tower, an architectural masterpiece and the undisputed symbol of this vibrant port city. Standing at a height of 108 meters, this striking crimson structure has served as a beacon for the harbor for over…

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  2. 2The Lobby & Pipe Structure — Engineering Art1:58

    The journey inside the tower begins at the ground floor lobby and ticket area. As you stand within the base, look up to see the intricate network of steel pipes that comprise the tower's lattice structure. …

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  3. 3The Sky Walk — Observation Level 11:59

    Upon reaching the first observation level, located approximately 75 meters above ground, you are greeted with the 'Sky Walk' experience. This level is famous for its sections of transparent glass flooring, which allow visitors to…

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  4. 4Readygoround — The Rotating Cafe1:53

    Ascending to the third observation level, we find 'Readygoround,' the tower's iconic rotating cafe and bar. This is one of the most beloved features of the Port Tower, where the entire floor slowly rotates 360 degrees, completing…

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  5. 5Brilliant Light Art Museum — Level 41:57

    The fourth observation level houses the 'Brilliant Light Art Museum,' a cutting-edge addition introduced during the 2024 renovation. This interactive museum is a celebration of light, technology, and creativity, designed to offer…

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  6. 6The 360° Panorama — Observation Level 51:53

    The fifth level is the primary observation deck, offering an unobstructed 360-degree panorama of the entire region. From here, at a height of approximately 90 meters, the scale of Kobe's geography is most apparent. …

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  7. 7Brilliance Tiara — The Open-Air Rooftop1:53

    For the ultimate Port Tower experience, visitors can pay a small additional fee to access the 'Brilliance Tiara' open-air rooftop deck. This level takes you outside the glass-enclosed structure, allowing you to feel the full…

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  8. 8Closing1:52

    As we descend from the heights of the Kobe Port Tower, let us take a final moment to reflect on the significance of this red sentinel. We have explored its innovative pipe structure, braved its glass floors, dined in its rotating…

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What is Kobe Port Tower?

Kobe Port Tower is a place in Hatobachō with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationHatobachō
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length15 min 36 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates34.6825, 135.1867
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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