Kobe

Kobe - The city of Beef

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	Currency:	Yen (JPY)
	Language:	Japanese
	Area:	552.80 Km²
	Climate:	Mediterranean climate


Summer:	Max - 89.6°F (32°C) \| Min - 62.60°F(17°C)
Winter:	Max - 55.4°F (13°C) \| Min - 37.4°F(3°C)

Also known as:	Owada Anchorage, The city of Beef.
Famous for:	Kobe beef and Arima Onsen.
Geographical Location:	located in the Kansai region of Japan.
Latitude, Longitude & Altitude:	34°41'N 135°12'E and 58 meter above sea level.
Best time to visit:	March to May and September to November.
Neighbouring Cities:	Kawasaki, Tokyo, Nagoya, Kyoto, Yokohama, Osaka.
Means of Local Transport:	Trains, Buses, Ferries and Taxis.

Overview
Kobe is the capital city of Hyogo Prefecture in Japan. The city of Kobe is an important port city of Japan. The city is also known by the name Owada Anchorage. Kobe was one of the first cities to open for trade with the West following the end of the policy of seclusion and has since been known as a cosmopolitan port city. The city is Japan's fourth largest port. The city is of great economic importance to Japan and it houses Headquarters of some of Japan's big industries.

Kobe is a city having a unique style with the exotic atmosphere in Japan. The city is influenced largely by the foreign cultures. The city has a mix of cultures and likewise a mix of festivals which take place round the year. The city is also bestowed with the Rokko Mountains and several hot spring streets like Arima. Kobe has many historic places which attract visitors from round the globe. The city also hosts several festivals, trade fairs, trade shows and exhibitions throughout the year.