Fall Vacation - Day 07/08/09 - Day Trip to Kobe + back to Osaka from Kyoto
My trip to Kobe was our last stop of my trip to the Kansai region in Japan! We made use of our JR passes to take a 30 minute JR special rapid train service to Kobe from Kyoto! Upon reaching Kobe, we walked over to the Minatogawa Shrine which is located just 3 minutes walk away from the JR Kobe Station. The shrine features traditional Japanese architecture, with intricate wooden structures and beautiful yet vibrant torii gates that enhanced its cultural aesthetic. The Minatogawa Shrine is ideal for tourists and visitors who are looking to enjoy a peaceful and quiet Shinto experience We had simple and quick lunch at the food court at Kobe Harborland umie Shopping Mall I highly recommended visiting Kobe even though it is a port city. I love the seaside city of Kobe! Kobe City is renowned for their amazing beef, and Kobe beef has long been renowned for its rarity, flavor, marbling, and tenderness. If you happen to be visiting Japan it is worth splurging for the best stea...