Why You Should Visit
A two-day Thai Songkran water festival in Kobe. At Port Island's Civic Square, kids and adults alike get soaked head to toe in water-gun battles — with a fire truck famously joining in with its hose. Live stage performances, Meriken pro-wrestling and food trucks round out the fun, making it a great family day out. There is only one rule: don't get mad when you get splashed!
Programs
Timetable & Map
Participating Shops
Shop List & Map
Food-truck lineup as listed on the official flyer; subject to change without notice.
Essentials
- location
- Kobe Port Island Civic Square (Shimin Hiroba) / Central Square
- period
- July 19, 2026 (Sun) - July 20, 2026 (Mon)
- Time
- From 11:00 each day (water-fight registration opens 10:30)
- cost
- Free admission (water-fight participation: ¥1,000 for ages 16+, ¥500 for under 16, as a water-supply fee)
- Links
- access
- Right by Shimin Hiroba Station on the Port Liner, about 10 minutes from Sannomiya Station
- REGISTRATION
- No reservation needed. To join the water fight, pay the water fee at the on-site reception (from 10:30 each day) and receive a wristband.
- NOTE
- [Food trucks]
- Both days: SABANEKO / Bun Kitchen Car / JASMINE / Hareruya Kitchen / craft cafe / Maruman (Chinese & drinks) / Rico Iberico Kobe / Piggy's Parlor
- Jul 19 only: Well Cafe / RINGSOUL
- Jul 20 only: kitchen Nall / THAI DINING ORCHID
[Other]
- Sparkler fireworks close the program on Jul 19
- Changing rooms available on site
* Held in light rain, cancelled in stormy weather
* Children 10 and under must be accompanied by a guardian
* Wear clothes that can get wet; bringing a towel is recommended; keep valuables with you
* No splashing toward the stage, food stalls or other waterproof-only areas
出典: 神戸ラピスホール公式サイト
FAQ
Can I enjoy the event without getting wet?
Can children join the water fight?
Is the event held in the rain?
Is there somewhere to change clothes?
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