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Crafts and Greenery in the Afternoon

Start your afternoon with hands-on history and a walk through fragrant herbs.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 09:30

    Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum

    Explore the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum. The exhibits run from ancient stone axes to Western-influenced tools, with hands-on displays and English descriptions.

  2. 10:15

    Wakkoqu @ Shin-Kobe

    Grab Kobe beef prepared right in front of you at Wakkoqu @ Shin-Kobe.

  3. 10:40

    Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden

    Walk to the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden on Mount Rokko. Stroll through the 40 acres of gardens, greenhouses, and exhibitions featuring over 200 varieties of herbs.

Local tip

The museum opens at 09:30, so arriving then ensures a quiet start. The herb garden is accessible via the Shin-Kobe Ropeway.

Check before you go

  • Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum is open 09:30-16:30.
  • Wakkoqu @ Shin-Kobe has no listed hours, so verify opening times before going.
  • Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden is open daily; an admission fee is charged.

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