What other travelers are saying about Kobe Meriken Park
One of the best city night views in the world!!! I've been to a lot of places but this is one of the most memorable nighttime views.
You could spend hours here. I wish they had some more food trucks or live entertainment normally. It would even be nice if they had a fireworks show.
Pleasant waterside park with various things to see and do. Also good just for strolling. Good for families and children. Small memorial covering the 1995 earthquake. Marine museum (also includes Kawasaki motorbikes and other forms of transport), tower, views of the sea, nice to have some sea air. A short walk from Chinatown.
A must visit spot when in Kobe. The Meriken park is located just by the seafront built on reclaimed land, including the iconic Kobe Port Tower and Be Kobe sign.
Prefect to visit during the evening just before sunset so you can enjoy stunning views and night time illumination of the tower etc. ✨
Visiting this spacious area in a hot day of Aug was really our regret that we couldn’t find its beauty there. Highly recommend to go evenings if summer or other seasons.
Meriken Park (メリケンパーク) is a nice waterfront park in Kobe's port area. Built on an outcropping of reclaimed land, the park is covered in grassy lawn and open courtyards dotted with a collection of modern art installations and fountains. It is home to some of the city's more iconic contemporary architecture such as the red Kobe Port Tower and the Kobe Maritime Museum.
Main attractions include the Kobe Port Tower, the Kobe Maritime Museum, the Earthquake Memorial, and the iconic BE KOBE sign.
The Earthquake Memorial commemorates the victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake, with preserved damaged structures and informational displays about the disaster and recovery efforts.
Yes, Meriken Park is family-friendly, with open spaces for picnics, playgrounds for children, and attractions like the Kobe Port Tower and Maritime Museum that are suitable for all ages.
Yes, visitors can enjoy harbor cruises, boat tours, and special events featuring water sports and activities.
Meriken Park is easily accessible by public transportation, with the nearest stations being JR Motomachi Station and the Kobe City Loop Bus stop at Meriken Park.
