Finally Kobe, but no Kobe-Gyu

After doing my first trip to Japan in 2010 it took me 7 years to finally visit Kobe for the first time, but not for the beef. Althought the Kobe-Gyu is the most famous Japanese beef abroad it isn't in Japan, because the Matsusaka-Gyu is more famous regarding taste especially when serves as the extremely delicious dish Sukiyaki.

But beside the beef Kobe is known for its harbor and the Kobe Tower. I went there this Fall to check it off on my bucket list and to get a souvenir coin of the Tower just like many other medals offered at various sights like castles or Towers, for example the Osaka Castle, Tokyo Tower, Nagoya Castle or many others.

You can easily get to any of the most interesting spots by walking, starting at the harbor where you can directly find the Kobe Tower. Along the way there are also several shops for every different need.

Shortly before returning to Osaka I also got a new stamp for my Shuincho.

Enjoy the pictures, I hope you like it