must-visit in KobeOld Town & Historic District
Kitano
📍 Kitano, Kobe, Japan
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Introduction
Kitano Ijinkan is a district of Western-style residences in Kitano-chō, Kobe, where foreign merchants lived from the late Edo through Meiji eras. Some twenty ijinkan, including the famous Kazamidori no Yakata and Moegi no Yakata, are preserved and open — Kobe's most representative sightseeing quarter.
✨ Highlights
1
Foreign residences
Merchant homes of the late Edo–Meiji eras.
2
Kazamidori house
The red-brick icon with its weathercock.
3
Moegi house
The popular pale-green residence.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：Kitano-chō, Yamamoto-dōri, Chūō, Kobe, Japan
→Time needed：2–3 hours
→Admission：Per-house fees; a pass saves money
💡 Tips
• A pass covers several houses.
• Uphill streets — wear comfortable shoes.
• Mornings and weekdays are quieter.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Kitano?
A pass covers several houses. Uphill streets — wear comfortable shoes.
