The famous Be Kobe sign is located here, and there's an endless line of tourists, both local and foreign, waiting to take pictures with it.
So, if you want to take a 360-degree video of a peaceful and quiet Kobe park, that is not going to happen.
this park is wide and spacious, so you can easily pull out your mat and start to have a picnic there or devour your favourite novel or you could just play some ball games or you could just enjoy the scenery or if the wind is strong, you can even fly a kite.
To get to this part from the nearest train station, it is a long, long walk. So although this is a tourist location, it is ironic that transport is not so accessible. And there aren't enough benches around for you to sit down and rest. If you're hungry, there's only Starbucks and a mobile van selling Osaka style takoyaki. Sorry, I do not have any pictures of it because I was so hungry I devoured it before I even remembered to take out my handphone. Oh, yes, Osaka style takoyaki is very delicious because the batter is soft and moist. You can choose different toppings and sauces to go with your takoyaki. So if you see the mobile takoyaki van, please make a beeline for it.
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.
Meriken Park is a sleek, modern waterfront park in Kobe, known for its open spaces, striking architecture, and iconic landmarks like the Kobe Port Tower and the red steel **Kobe Maritime Museum**. The park’s centerpiece, the **Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial**, offers a poignant reminder of the city’s resilience. With its scenic views of the harbor, relaxing atmosphere, and artistic installations, Meriken Park is a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll, photography, or simply soaking in Kobe’s unique blend of history and modernity.
There are a few things to see here. The views are nice and water views everywhere you look. A long wait for the Kōbe sign. Good for a walk.
Waterfront park with maritime museum, Kobe tower, earthquake memorial, sign Be Kobe, green parts, food tracks, Starbucks...
