🗺️ Mount Rokko六甲山

Mount Rokko, with an elevation of 931 meters, is the highest peak of the Rokko Mountains and is typically accessed by cable car. The mountain is equipped with various facilities, offering a rich experience of outdoor activities and is one of the must-visit spots for enjoying the romantic night view of Kobe. From the "Rokko Cable Car Rokko Sanjo" station, you can easily take a bus to reach the various facilities and attractions scattered throughout the mountain. In addition to its famous night views, there are many worthwhile attractions on Mount Rokko. For example, the "Rokko Music Box Museum" allows visitors to heal their body and mind amidst the fresh highland air and enchanting sounds of music boxes. There's also the "Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden," where you can see about 1,500 species of alpine and cold-region plants from around the world. The "Rokko Ski Resort" is Japan's first artificial ski resort, featuring gentler slopes that are particularly suitable for beginners (operating from mid-November to mid-March). You can also visit the "Rokko Garden Terrace" to enjoy the urban landscape of Kobe and take a moment to browse the souvenir shop for gifts. After a tiring day on the mountain, it's very convenient to head directly to Arima Onsen for a hot spring bath. By taking the Rokko Arima Sky Shuttle, you can reach Arima Onsen from the summit of Mount Rokko in just 12 minutes. Experiencing various outdoor activities in nature followed by a hot spring bath is one of the popular itineraries for traveling in Hyogo Prefecture.

On Mount Rokko, there are many fun attractions such as the Music Box Museum, Rokko Garden Terrace, and the Rokko Ski Resort. By using the "Rokko Mountain Tourist Pass," you can enjoy all the major attractions on the mountain at a discounted price. Rokko Garden Terrace features an observation deck, stylish restaurants, and various souvenir shops. The "Rokko Ski Resort," located at the summit of Mount Rokko, is suitable for beginner skiers and is a representative ski destination of Kobe. You can easily take a cable car to the top, and it is also very close to the famous Arima Onsen.