2025 Motomachi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

Kobe Motomachi Sushikichi 3-2-17 Motomachidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, 1F Famous for its giant sushi! Just a short walk from Motomachi Station West Exit! Counter seating immediately to the right upon entering, with table seating further inside. Water and tea are self-service. ❥︎ Premium Nigiri Sushi 4 pieces of nigiri, 2 pieces of gunkan, tamagoyaki, and miso soup Each piece is really huge!!! I've never seen such big sushi before✨ Each piece is four times the size of regular sushi! Soy sauce is applied with a brush♡ I was full because they were so big, but they were so delicious that I finished everything!

Dandadan, a pub that serves gyoza dumplings with plenty of meat juice, is a place where you can enjoy gyoza dumplings. The dumplings are very chewy and the meat juice is so thick that it's almost like a xiaolongbao dumpling, so it's very satisfying to eat. They also have some unusual gyoza dumplings, such as chicken wing gyoza, so it's recommended if you want to eat gyoza in Sannomiya. ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ Location: Dandadan, a pub that serves gyoza dumplings with plenty of meat juice. Address: Tairyu Building 1F, 3-3-5 Kitanagasatsudouri, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture Access: About 2 minutes walk from Motomachi Station Opening hours: 11:30-23:00 Closed days: None Parking: None ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ #KobeCity #HyogoPrefecture #Gyoza #Gourmet #ChineseFood #MotomachiGourmet #KobeDinner #MotomachiChinese #ChineseFood2024

I found a great restaurant while walking around Motomachi to enjoy the nightlife in Kobe, so I'd like to introduce it to you♪ I was attracted by the word "taco rice" on the sign outside the store, and went in to "Shimanomi", a dining bar that mainly serves Okinawan cuisine. It's about a two-minute walk from JR and Hanshin Motomachi Station. As you go up the stairs to the second floor, you'll see the bar counter right in front of you, and a female staff member will greet you from behind the counter. The small store, which seats about three tables, is somehow relaxing. Looking out the window, you'll see the JR Motomachi Station platform right in front of you. I ordered a lime cinnamon highball for 700 yen to toast my drink. It even came with a whole cinnamon stick. It was fragrant and delicious! ・Assortment of four kinds of snacks ・Okara and kelp snack croquette ・Taco rice All the dishes were presented cutely♪ For the second drink, I had a coconut sour. I was alone, but I had a really fun night. You can also use this place for lunch or as a cafe. 📍Address: 2-8-15 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe #MotomachiGourmet #TacoRice

Located in Kobe Motomachi, Miyamoto Munashi is a popular chain set meal restaurant loved by locals, known for its affordable prices and extensive menu. The restaurant offers a variety of set meal options, from fried pork cutlets and grilled fish to various Japanese dishes, catering to different diners' needs. The interior is comfortable, and the service is friendly, ensuring a pleasant dining experience whether you are dining alone or with friends and family. **Recommended Dish:** - **Fried Pork Cutlet Set Meal**: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, the fried pork cutlet is served with fresh shredded cabbage and white rice, a classic delight. **Restaurant Information:** - **Address**: 1-7-2 Motomachidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, New Moto Building 2F - **Business Hours**: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Last order at 7:30 PM) - **Access**: About a 5-minute walk from JR or Hanshin Electric Railway Motomachi Station. - **Free Rice Refills**: Miyamoto Munashi offers free rice refills with their set meals, perfect for those with big appetites. - **Multilingual Menu**: The restaurant provides a multilingual menu, making it easy for foreign travelers to order. Miyamoto Munashi, with its friendly prices and diverse dishes, has become a must-visit dining option in the Kobe Motomachi area. Both tourists and locals rave about the food here.

The bolognese I tried at BOLOGNESE in Motomachi was an appetizing combination of rich tomato sauce and the delicious flavors of slowly simmered meat. It went perfectly with the al dente pasta, and I felt happy with every bite. The fragrant basil added an accent to the dish, making it enjoyable until the very end. #0yentravel #Kobe #FritabiWinter

Next to the bustling Motomachi shopping street, there is a small shrine with a unique flavor - Zoumiu Shrine. Although this place is inconspicuous, it attracted my attention with its unique geographical location and quiet atmosphere. 🌟 **Highlights of my experience** 1. **Commercial district and shrine coexist**: Zoumui Shrine is close to shopping streets and residential buildings, but it retains a sense of tranquility, making it a rare spiritual haven in the bustling city. 2. **Simple and intimate atmosphere**: There are not too many decorations and people here, only simple buildings and greenery, which makes people feel a pure Japanese culture. 3. **Intertwined with local life**: The shrine is surrounded by scenes of local life, and you can deeply experience the daily life and traditions of Kobe residents during your visit. 📍 **Address**: Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture (within a 5-minute walk from Motomachi Station) 💰 **Free Admission** ✨ **Recommendation** 1. **Blending of culture and life**: Discovering the existence of a shrine in a bustling business district, this novel contrast brings a special feeling. 2. **Suitable for a short stay**: If you are tired of shopping, you can take a break here and quietly feel the tranquil atmosphere of the shrine. 3. **Take photos**: The small torii gate of the shrine and the high-rise buildings in the background form a unique urban landscape, which is a very story-telling photo corner. 💬 **Tips** 1. It is recommended to visit in the morning or evening when there are fewer people and you can enjoy the quiet atmosphere. 2. You can stop by while shopping in Motomachi Shopping Street without having to plan your time specifically. 3. Although it is simple, please respect the local culture and keep quiet when visiting. 📸 #走水神社 #KobeHiddenAttractions #莫町购物街 #KobeLocalLife #JapaneseShrineCulture #UrbanQuietness #2024TravelReview

I went to Quattro Motomachi Main Branch, a western-style restaurant in Kobe, a city of gourmet food, where there is always a long line for a western-style lunch. I ordered a set of hamburger steak, crab, and cream croquette. It comes with rice, salad, and soup, so it's a great deal! I'm happy that they also sell delicious hamburger steaks and croquettes online♡ Quattro Motomachi Main Branch 3-12-3 Nihonkoku Building, Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0022 ■Opening hours Lunch 11:30-Last order 14:30 Dinner 17:30-Last order 21:00 #0 yen trip November

#0yentravelautumn ☑︎Hyotan Sannomiya 📍1-31-37 Kitanagasatsudouri, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 🥟7 pieces ¥400 ☑︎Etsuki 📍1-1-14 Kitanagasatsudouri, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 🥟6 pieces ¥290 ☑︎Gyoza no Ikkyu Sannomiya 📍2-10-10 Kitanagasatsudouri, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 🥟6 pieces ¥390 ☑︎Gyoza no Ikkyu Sannomiya 📍1-2-2 Kitanagasatsudouri, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 🥟2 pieces (16 pieces) ¥670 There are so many gyoza restaurants that it's fun to go on a gyoza tour no matter how many times you go🚶♩ This time, we'll be introducing these four restaurants🏬 As I mentioned last time, the one I always go to is Gyoza Ikkyu🥟🍻 #HyogoTourism

Kannonya Motomachi Main Store 3-9-23 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe 2 minutes walk from Motomachi Station This shop is famous for its Danish cheesecake. The first floor is a shop with many take-out cheesecakes lined up in the showcase. ❥︎Cream Soda Cheesecake Set There are 5 types of cream soda. Sunflower Field (yellow of sunflower field) Sunset Sky (red) Morning Glory (purple) Sky Blue (light blue) Seaside (blue) I chose "Sunset Sky" and "Seaside". The "Sunset Sky" I tried was berry-flavored and delicious♪ The Danish cheesecake, which is famous on TV, has cheese that stretches over the sponge🧀 The slightly sweet sponge and salty cheese go perfectly together♡ Even if you take it out and warm it up in the toaster oven, the cheese melts, so it would make a great gift! #Kobe trip #Kobe sightseeing #Kobe gourmet #Cheesecake #Gourmet trip

#Fritabi #MotomachiCafeTour #MotomachiCafe #HyogoTourism #HyogoGourmet #Kobe #KobeGourmet "SABLIER" 📍Address: 206 Motomachi Plaza Building, 2-9-1 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0022 🕰️Business hours 10:00-17:00 20:30-00:00 A restaurant where you can eat trendy Greek yogurt and acai bowls. It's on the second floor of the Plaza Building right in front of Motomachi Station, and the restaurant is a little hard to find, but once you enter, the exposed concrete walls and simple tables and seats match up to create a very stylish atmosphere. I ordered Greek yogurt and acai bowls, and they were all really delicious!

Kintoki Shokudo is located about a 3-minute walk from JR Motomachi Station, where you can enjoy home-cooked food at the best value for money. 🍙 The interior of the restaurant has a nostalgic atmosphere that makes it a side dish in itself. It is open from the morning, so you can drink in the morning and at noon. 🤐 During lunch hours, the plump fried oyster set meal is very popular. ✨ Just like a cafeteria, sashimi, fish dishes, and side dishes are lined up beautifully! From there, you can take your favorite menu to your table, and then order from the menu on the wall. The fish menu is the best recommendation! ❣️ The sashimi is of course delicious, and the boiled fish tastes very good. There is a lot of meat, so it is also very filling. They also have a wide variety of fried dishes, and they will top you with salad and pasta. Crispy! Crunchy! It's served hot, so it's the best. Everyone, please go! Business hours 10:30-21:00 📍Kintoki Shokudo 1-7-2 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture #FuriTabi #0yenTrip #Kobe #KobeTourism #JapaneseFood #Hyogo #DomesticTrip #Izakaya

Otaya is a famous yakiniku restaurant in Kobe City. This restaurant serves premium Kobe beef, allowing you to enjoy delicious yakiniku. Otaya offers a comfortable dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere. Kobe beef is world-famous for its tender, juicy taste. Otaya carefully selects high-quality Kobe beef to provide the best yakiniku. The menu features various cuts of Kobe beef. Popular cuts include fillet steak, rump steak, and ribeye. In addition, there are plenty of fresh vegetables and side dishes, allowing you to enjoy a variety of meals. The service is also very excellent, with the staff being kind and attentive to customers. Kobe Yakiniku Otaya is known for its high-quality ingredients and service to provide a great dining experience. Please come and enjoy the luxurious yakiniku at Kobe Yakiniku Otaya. #Furitabi #Kobe #KobeGourmet

#HyogoTourism There is a Chinatown in Yokohama, but I recommend Kobe Motomachi Chinatown because you can enjoy China and the Chinese atmosphere to the fullest. There are many specialty shops, such as tea shops and drink shops. After enjoying Chinatown, it is even more fun to look down on the city from above. It is close to the station and has good access.

#HyogoTourism When you think of Kobe, what comes to mind? Do you remember Kobe beef or the local food sobameshi? When I think of Kobe, I think of bread and cake. lol Even though it's less than an hour by train from Osaka, the atmosphere of the shops selling bread and cake is completely different. There are many famous shops that are too far away to get to, but there are many famous bakeries just in Sannomiya and Motomachi, the tourist centers of Kobe. The most recommended shop among them is a bakery called RIKI. It is so popular that there are long lines every day.