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Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park

📍 Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park, Kobe, Japan
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Introduction

The Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park in Chūō, Kobe, preserves the quay wall destroyed in the 1995 Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, keeping the disaster's memory alive. Facing the port with views of the bay and Ferris wheel, it is a space of remembrance and outlook.

Highlights

1
Quay remains
The 1995 earthquake-damaged wall kept as found.
2
Disaster memory
A memorial to the Great Hanshin quake.
3
Harbour views
Over the port with the Ferris wheel beyond.

🛈 Practical Info

Location5-chōme Hatobachō, Chūō, Kobe, Japan
Time neededAbout 30 minutes
AdmissionFree

💡 Tips

On the route of the Port Tower and Meriken Park.
Night lights over the harbour are lovely.
Interpretive panels nearby explain the quake.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park?

On the route of the Port Tower and Meriken Park. Night lights over the harbour are lovely.