Why You Should Visit
The usually closed Kobe Monozukuri Factory opens its doors for a special spring event. Enjoy product sales and workshops by resident companies, paid sake tasting from Nada-Gogō breweries, food trucks, and cherry blossom viewing. Vissel Kobe's mascot 'Mauvy' is also scheduled to visit. Free admission, held rain or shine (cancelled in severe weather).
Essentials
- location
- Kobe Monozukuri Factory
- period
- April 4, 2026 (Sat)
- Time
- 10:00–16:00
- cost
- Free admission (sake tasting and some workshops are paid)
- access
- 8 min walk north from Subway Ozakikoen Station
15 min walk south from JR Hyogo Station
※No parking. Please use public transportation - NOTE
- Workshops are fully booked. Sake tasting and food trucks available on-site. Bring a leisure sheet for the hanami area.
Frequently Asked Questions
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