Kobe Creators Jam 2026

Why You Should Visit

The autumn 2026 edition of Kobe Creators Jam, an event series that mixes music and fashion to make Kobe more creative. This time the theme is "Trick or Treat & Rock in Kobe" — an early Halloween night pairing four live bands with fashion shows, including one by Kobe Fashion College, at the Sannomiya live house Kobe VARIT. Coming dressed in whatever you love to wear is the officially encouraged style.

Essentials

location

Kobe VARIT. (Sannomiya)

period

October 12, 2026 (Mon)

Time

Doors 17:00 / Show 18:00

cost

Ticket ¥3,500 + 1 drink

Links

Official Website

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access

About a 5-min walk from Sannomiya / Kobe-Sannomiya Station (Kensou Bldg. B1, Shimoyamate-dori 2-chome)

There are 12 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Kobe VARIT. (Sannomiya), and 3 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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NOTE

Bands

Super Tomodachi Club
Arijin
Carignan Cool
Haruyo Kimura & Shingo Tsutsui

Fashion

Kujo Reiko & Aka no Yonin-shu (joint appearance)
Shinyogaku
Kobe Fashion College
BLACKpapillon

* Lineup and content may change — check the official Instagram for updates

FAQ

Can I come in costume or my favorite fashion?

Yes — it's encouraged. The theme is an early Halloween night about dressing up the Kobe night, and the organizers invite everyone to come in whatever they love to wear.

Where can I buy tickets?

Tickets are ¥3,500 plus a one-drink charge. Sales details are announced on the official Instagram (@kobecreatorsjam), so check there for the latest.

Where is the venue?

It's at Kobe VARIT., a live house in Sannomiya — basement floor 1 of the Kensou Building, 2-13-3 Shimoyamate-dori, about a 5-minute walk from Sannomiya Station.

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