Opening & Closing News

Latest openings, closings & renewals in Kobe

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July 2026
7.22OPEN
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Liquor Mountain KOBE Sannomiya

神戸市中央区中山手通1-5-11 くすの木ビル1階

Liquor Mountain, a specialty liquor retailer known for rare whiskies, premium Champagnes, and limited-edition bottles, opens its first Sannomiya location on July 22, 2026. The store is at Kusunoki Building 1F, 1-5-11 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe — about 3–7 minutes on foot from Sannomiya Station. Hours: 13:00–22:00, closed Tuesdays. Opening-day events include lucky bags and a tasting session.

Source:PR TIMES
7.15OPEN
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Mercato di Mano Minato Motomachi

神戸市中央区栄町通3-6-20

A small Italian deli opening in front of Taverna Mano in Minato-Motomachi — sell-by-weight antipasti, Florentine street food lampredotto, plus pasta and olive oil. Stand-up bar and takeaway.

BBQ DAYS Kobe Renga SokoOPEN
7.10
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BBQ DAYS Kobe Renga Soko

神戸市中央区東川崎町1丁目5-5 神戸煉瓦倉庫 東広場

BBQ DAYS, a hands-free barbecue chain, opens at the East Plaza of Kobe Renga Soko (Chuo Ward) on July 10, 2026. Just 8 minutes on foot from JR Kobe Station, you can grill with a view of the Harborland sea and cityscape without bringing any gear or charcoal. Bring your own food and the fee is just 1,800 yen per adult (gear included); food-set hands-free plans start at 4,900 yen, with a 3,500 yen student plan. Reservation required; open only through October 12.

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Inoue Seikoen Kobe OkamotoOPEN
7.10
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Inoue Seikoen Kobe Okamoto

神戸市東灘区岡本1-12-12 グランディアナイス岡本 1F

Inoue Seikoen, an olive farm from Shodoshima island in Kagawa, opens its second Kansai location in Kobe Okamoto on July 10, 2026, a 2-minute walk from Hankyu Okamoto Station. The store offers olive oils, citrus products, tasting experiences, and soft serve. Opening special: 10% off all items through July 24, plus a free olive oil sample (30ml) with app registration.

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7.01OPEN
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Daikoku Ramen Sannomiya-Higashi

神戸市中央区旭通4丁目1-2 シティタワープラザ1階 2-102号室

Daikoku Ramen, a long-loved shop from Fushimi in Kyoto, opens its Sannomiya-Higashi branch — its first in Kobe — on July 1, 2026 at 11:00. The signature is a golden tonkotsu-shoyu broth simmered from pork and chicken bones for six hours: light yet rich. Thin straight noodles and a simple fried rice round out the reasonably priced menu, with ramen from 550 yen. Located on the 1st floor of City Tower Plaza in Asahi-dori, Chuo-ku. Open 11:00–14:30 / 17:00–22:00, closed Wednesdays (open on July 1). No reservations.

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UCC Coffee MuseumRENEW
7.01
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UCC Coffee Museum

神戸市中央区港島中町6-6-2

UCC Coffee Museum on Kobe's Port Island reopens on July 1, 2026, with a major renewal. New exhibits explore the science and future of coffee, and four hands-on paid experiences are now available: paper drip, blend making, roasting, and 3D latte art. Open Wed–Sun 10:00–17:00. Fully reservation-based; booking opens May 15 at noon.

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Source:PR TIMES(UCCホールディングス株式会社プレスリリース)
June 2026
NamakuraOPEN
6.27
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Namakura

神戸市兵庫区新開地5-2-23

Namakura, a cozy spot for Japanese obanzai dishes and drinks, opens in Shinkaichi, Hyogo Ward, Kobe on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Hours: 15:00–22:00. Currently walk-ins only; reservations not yet available.

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AKINOENOPEN
6.24
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AKINOEN

神戸市中央区新港町7-2 神戸ポートミュージアム1F

AKINOEN, a Mont Blanc soft serve specialty shop by Potomak (the company behind TOOTH TOOTH), opens June 24, 2026 inside the TOOTH MART food hall on the 1st floor of Kobe Port Museum. Watch 1mm ultra-fine chestnut cream piped over soft serve right in front of you — six varieties (¥850–¥990) plus churros. Open 11:00–22:00 (last order 21:00), irregular holidays.

6.21OPEN
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HEISEI COFFEE The Factory

A new roastery-cafe from Heisei Coffee in Tarumi, Kobe. The originally planned June 30 opening has been postponed due to a delivery delay of their flagship roaster, the UG22. The team opted to wait rather than open without it, so the new opening date will be announced separately.

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6.20OPEN
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Coffee Shop Harumi

神戸市兵庫区湊山町26-2

A small cafe right in front of Minatoyama Onsen, serving coffee, sweets and light meals. Weekday evenings only, daytime on weekends and holidays. No parking or toilet.

Urahani (Hanikamu at Night)OPEN
6.19
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Urahani (Hanikamu at Night)

神戸市中央区旭通5-3-5 白百合ビル1F

The morning teishoku spot Hanikamu turns into Urahani at night — a standing bar serving genre-bending dishes with shochu, craft gin and natural wine.

6.18OPEN
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HALOWS Hontamon

神戸市垂水区本多聞2丁目11-27

HALOWS, a 24-hour supermarket chain, opens in Hontamon, Tarumi Ward on Thursday, June 18 at 9 a.m. — its 16th store in Hyogo and 115th overall. With free parking and round-the-clock hours, it's handy for late-night and early-morning shopping.

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6.12OPEN
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Cafe Grisé

神戸市中央区下山手通4-1-1 Ruri Deuxビル1F

Cafe Grisé, a self-style cafe, opens on the hillside stretch of Koikawa-suji in Kobe's Motomachi on June 12, 2026. The name is French for both "grey" and "intoxicated," and the interior is fittingly built around shades of grey. Order at your own pace and pick espresso or latte alongside baked sweets from the showcase. Open 8:00–20:00 on weekdays and 10:00–20:00 on weekends and holidays.

6.11OPEN
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misaki cafe musubi

神戸市兵庫区今出在家町2丁目2番17号 HD神戸ビル1階

Coffee and rice ball shop "misaki cafe musubi" celebrates its grand opening on Thursday, June 11, 2026 in Imadezaike-cho, Hyogo Ward, Kobe. The shop offers self-roasted hand-drip coffee, carefully crafted rice balls made with selected rice and salt, and seasonal side dishes. Open 11:00-17:00 (L.O. 16:30), closed Sundays and holidays. During the three opening days (June 11-13), enjoy 50 yen off coffee or one free rice ball (one per customer).

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6.09OPEN
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aso cafe

神戸市須磨区(板宿駅周辺)

A small café run by a coffee-loving owner opens in June 2026 near Itayado Station in Kobe's Suma ward, in a renovated former izakaya space. Equipped with a La Marzocco espresso machine, it serves hand-drip coffee, lattes, homemade ginger ale, and lunch, plus carefully chosen beans including 100% Kona coffee. The space is designed as a relaxed spot to linger.

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Uotami no Sushi Sannomiya Kitaguchi EkimaeRENEW
6.04
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Uotami no Sushi Sannomiya Kitaguchi Ekimae

神戸市中央区加納町4-3-3 さくら三神ビルB1F

Monteroza's sushi izakaya reopens in front of Sannomiya Station. All dine-in items half price for two days only, June 4-5. Opens at noon, 96 seats.

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6.01OPEN
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Kobe Historical Archives

神戸市兵庫区本町2丁目3-33(旧岡方倶楽部)

The new Kobe Historical Archives opens on June 1, 2026 in the Hyogo-tsu district, a historic port quarter of Kobe. The facility combines the preserved and renovated 'Former Okakata Club' building — a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in Hyogo Ward — with a new five-story annex. It houses 'specified historical official documents' from the city's archives and rare regional historical materials collected for compiling Kobe's history, opened to the public so anyone can trace Kobe's modern past through primary sources.

May 2026
5.30OPEN
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mumokuteki goods&wears Kobe Motomachi

神戸市中央区元町通2-4-13 サンアポロビル1F

Kyoto-born natural lifestyle shop mumokuteki goods&wears opens its Kobe Motomachi store on May 30, 2026. Under the "Meets KOBE" theme, it features products from Hyogo-based makers including Banshu textile brands and upcycled goods. Located on the 1st floor of San Apollo Building, 2-4-13 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe. Open 11:00–20:00, with irregular holidays.

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Source:PR TIMES
5.30OPEN
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Suii

神戸市中央区三宮町3-5-9 坂口ビル1階

Suii, a shaved-ice cafe run by a patissier, opens in Motomachi after preview days on May 30 and 31, 2026. The shop sits on the first floor of Sakaguchi Building at 3-5-9 Sannomiya-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, a two-minute walk from Hanshin and JR Motomachi Station and next door to onigiri shop Konga. Alongside shaved ice, baked sweets are also planned. During the preview, reserved guests are prioritised, with walk-ins seated only when space allows.

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5.21OPEN
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Lounge KOBE

神戸市中央区神戸空港 第2ターミナルビル 国際線搭乗待合エリア

Lounge KOBE, a new international airline lounge, opens May 21, 2026 in the international departure area of Kobe Airport Terminal 2. The 154.12 m² space seats 40 and is designed around the port city's atmosphere — walls in the Kobe tartan pattern and carpet inspired by the sea. Food and drink feature ingredients and local dishes from Kobe and Hyogo. Open from 2.5 hours before the first flight to the final departure time of the day.

Source:PR TIMES
5.19OPEN
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ZEAL BOXING FITNESS Hyogo-Ekimae

神戸市兵庫区羽坂通3丁目7-4 リアライズ羽坂通101号室

A boxing fitness gym opening 4 min on foot from JR Hyogo Station. Preview sessions from 5 May; grand open 19 May. Weekdays 10:00–22:00, Sat–Sun 9:00–20:00. Closed Mon & Thu.

Source:PR TIMES
5.18OPEN
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AiMER

神戸市垂水区本多聞2丁目10-4

AiMER, a new bakery in Tarumi Ward, Kobe, opens on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7:00. Run by Hasegawa-san, a baker with over 18 years of experience, the shop also held a limited pre-open on May 13 (Wed) and 14 (Thu) from 10:00. Highlights include 60cm-plus baguettes made in the traditional method passed down by Raymond Calvel, croissants using Isigny cultured butter from Normandy, and pain au seigle with 40% rye. Breads are mixed and baked the same day with the straight dough method so they stay good the next day. The interior features black-iron flooring and a chandelier for a French-inspired feel. Closed Wed, May 20. Cash only and no parking — please use nearby coin parking.

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5.18OPEN
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Sakana, Kutteku?

〒657-0027 神戸市灘区永手町4丁目2-1 フォレスタ六甲内

A sister restaurant to the standing bar 'Yome no Mise', serving sashimi and grilled fish for lunch and daytime drinking. Inside Foresta Rokko, in front of Rokkodai Station. Open 11:00–20:00 (L.O. 19:45).

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5.13OPEN
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MAX WASH & CAFE Kobe Sannomiya

兵庫県神戸市中央区布引町2-1-16 ホテルリブマックス神戸三宮 1F

Opened on May 13, 2026 on the first floor of Hotel Livemax Kobe Sannomiya. This 24-hour coin laundry integrates a cafe-style space, with cup drink vending, frozen food vending, smart lockers, capsule toys, and cashless payment support across the laundry equipment and in-store facilities.

Inoue Seikoen Kobe MotomachiOPEN
5.11
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Inoue Seikoen Kobe Motomachi

神戸市中央区元町通5-7-2 晋星ビルⅡ 1F

Inoue Seikoen, an olive and citrus farm from Shodoshima, opens its first Kansai directly-managed store in Kobe Motomachi on May 11, 2026. Enjoy olive oil tastings and soft-serve topped with flavored olive oil. Store-exclusive products also available. 10% discount on all items May 11–Jun 10. 2 min walk from Hankyu Hanakuma Station. Open 10:00–18:30, no regular holidays (except year-end).

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Source:農業法人 有限会社 井上誠耕園(PR TIMES)
RABBIT BAGELS MotomachiOPEN
5.08
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RABBIT BAGELS Motomachi

〒650-0021 神戸市中央区三宮町3丁目5-9 坂口ビル1F

A Kyoto-born bagel specialty shop is opening its first Hyogo location in Motomachi. Using domestically sourced wheat, the shop prepares and bakes its bagels in-store, offering over 15 varieties with a chewy, springy texture. It is a 3-minute walk from JR/Hanshin Motomachi Station and includes 3 eat-in seats.

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Source:株式会社ピープルズ(PR TIMES)
5.07OPEN
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Charcoal Roast Cafe Kyu-Shoyu-Kura

神戸市北区八多町屏風

A charcoal-roasted coffee cafe in a renovated historic soy sauce warehouse in Byobu District, Hata-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe. Certified as a Byobu Community Development Base with local support, it opened May 7, 2026. Open 10:00–17:00 (L.O. 16:30), closed Wed & Thu. No reservations.

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5.07OPEN
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Misago Coffee Kobe Kokusai Kaikan SOL

〒651-0087 神戸市中央区御幸通8-1-6 神戸国際会館SOL B2F

Misago Coffee Kobe Kokusai Kaikan SOL opens on May 7, 2026 on B2F of Kobe Kokusai Kaikan SOL. After opening a retail shop in the same facility in February 2026, the brand is expanding into a cafe on the same floor. Guests will now be able to sit down and enjoy the coffee rather than just tasting samples, with curry and waffle-style sweets also on the menu. Hours are 10:00-19:30, last order 19:00.

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5.03OPEN
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Beans. Coffee&Roasters Kobe Motomachi

神戸市中央区元町通1-9-5

Specialty coffee brand Beans. Coffee&Roasters from Rokkomichi opens its Motomachi shop on May 3, 2026. The store takes over the former GREENS COFFEE location at 1-9-5 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, and will be open from 11:00 to 19:00.

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5.01OPEN
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Kansiki Kunta

兵庫県神戸市長田区若松町3-2-15 アスタピア新長田エスタプレシオス201

A specialist takkamari restaurant that opened in front of Shin-Nagata Station. Takkamari is a Seoul-style hot pot made by simmering a whole chicken — deceptively simple, which means the quality of the bird, the broth, and the cooking all show up directly in the bowl. The concept: no shortcuts, just a proper pot. The aim is to be the place in Shin-Nagata where people say 'let's go for takkamari tonight.'

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Mira LABO Sannomiya Center StreetOPEN
5.01
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Mira LABO Sannomiya Center Street

〒650-0021 兵庫県神戸市三宮町1-6-26 三宮センター街

Mira LABO, the sister brand of LUNA EARTH, opens its 3rd store at Sannomiya Center Street on May 1, 2026. The select shop carries affordable accessories including titanium-post earrings and resin piercing-free options for those with sensitivities. An opening novelty (drawstring pouch & magnetic earring set) is available for the first 50 customers per day over the first 3 days with a purchase of 3 or more items. Hours: 10:00–21:00.

Source:PR TIMES - 株式会社エンドレス
April 2026
4.30CLOSED
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Kansai Super Maitamon Store

神戸市垂水区舞多聞東2-1-45

Kansai Super's Maitamon store will close at 18:00 on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The supermarket had operated for 20 years since opening in 2006, and customers are being directed to the Myodani store afterward.

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Source:店舗告知
4.30CLOSED
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Shinkaichi Curry

兵庫県神戸市兵庫区新開地2-3 新開地駅 B1F

A standing curry shop inside Shinkaichi Station. The store opened on December 6, 2025, and appears to be closing on April 30, 2026.

Source:店頭告知 / 食べログ
4.29OPEN
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Cocktail Bar Bashaya

神戸市灘区水道筋5-15-3 甲南西灘ハイム102

An authentic cocktail bar opening as the second venue of LEA FOR LIFE, reviving the beloved Bashaya name with the owner's blessing. 10 counter seats, 3 minutes from Ojikoen Station east exit.

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agnès b. Café Kobe HankyuOPEN
4.28
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agnès b. Café Kobe Hankyu

兵庫県神戸市中央区小野柄通8丁目1-8 神戸阪急5F

Opening on April 28, 2026 on the 5th floor of Kobe Hankyu. The café will offer Kobe-exclusive items such as a Kobe beef meat pie set created with Juchheim, a mini baumkuchen parfait, and onion gratin soup made with Awaji onions. Hours are 10:00-20:00, with food last order at 19:00 and drinks at 19:30, and about 36 seats are planned.

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Source:PR TIMES / アニエスベージャパン株式会社 / アニエスベー カフェ公式
4.26OPEN
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Izakaya Soreyuke! Toriyaro! Sannomiya B1F

神戸市中央区北長狭通1-7-6 ホワイトローズタワー B1F

A budget izakaya chain makes its Hyogo debut. Drinks start from ¥55 including tax. A 1-minute walk from Sannomiya Station.

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4.25OPEN
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Henry's Pocket

兵庫県神戸市中央区相生町4-8-14 2F&3F

A select shop specializing in 90s–2000s vintage gear and miscellaneous goods, opening in Aioi-cho. Offers vintage sport watches, audio equipment, records, CDs, cassettes, movie T-shirts, backpacks, and coffee. The shop is named after the small pocket-like fold found on a cat's ear known as "Henry's Pocket."

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The Veranda KobeRENEW
4.25
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The Veranda Kobe

神戸市中央区北野町1丁目4-3(神戸布引ハーブ園内)

The Veranda Kobe opens on April 25, 2026 at the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, perched roughly 400m above the city. Five zones — Garden Terrace, Emerald Lounge, Sky Bar, Hammock Sanctuary and Herbal Cafe — let you take in panoramic views from terraces that float above the forest and a hammock net suspended about 5m high. Open 10:30–16:30 (Herbal Cafe last order 16:00), with sunset and night hours planned for the summer season.

Source:PR TIMES
4.24OPEN
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Torimaru Shokudo x Tanita Cafe Aeon Mall Kobe Kita

兵庫県神戸市北区上津台8-1-1 3F(イオンモール神戸)

The first Hyogo location of Torimaru Shokudo x Tanita Cafe opens on the 3rd floor of Aeon Mall Kobe Kita on April 24 (pre-opening from April 20). The collaboration restaurant serves healthy set meals with chicken dishes and half a day's worth of vegetables. The first 3,000 customers receive discount coupons.

Source:ビッグクリエイト株式会社(PR TIMES)
4.24OPEN
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TULLY'S COFFEE & TEA

〒650-0021 神戸市中央区三宮町1丁目4-3

Opening on April 24, 2026. A new Tully's '&TEA' concept store built around the idea of connecting people to a richer world and relaxing moments through a cup of tea. Alongside coffee, it offers a broad tea menu for different times, moods, and occasions, presenting an authentic taste and a new world of tea. Following Itami and Corowa Koshien in Hyogo, this will be the first '&TEA' location in Kobe. Located on the 3rd floor, open 8:00-20:00.

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Source:施設公式ショップニュース / TULLY'S COFFEE
4.23OPEN
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McDonald's Ojikoen

兵庫県神戸市灘区水道筋4丁目1-16

McDonald's Ojikoen opens on April 23, 2026. Open 7:00-23:00. Accessible from Hankyu Ojikoen, JR Maya, and Hanshin Nishinada stations.

Source:マクドナルド公式サイト
4.20OPEN
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Kushikatsu BOB

兵庫県神戸市中央区元町通1丁目11-20 サクセス元町ビル1F

A kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) and mamezara (small plate) restaurant opening in Motomachi Anamon Shopping Street, about 30 seconds on foot from JR Motomachi Station. Located on the 1st floor of Success Motomachi Building. April 20 is a reception with drinks only (15:00–23:00); kushikatsu orders available from April 21.

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4.20OPEN
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Hajimete no Takkyuu Kobe Nishimotomachi

神戸市中央区元町通6丁目7-5 松尾総合ビル2階

A table tennis facility 1 min from Hankyu Nishimotomachi Station. Monthly fee from ¥550. First visit free, no equipment needed.

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Goshikizuka Kofun MuseumOPEN
4.18
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Goshikizuka Kofun Museum

神戸市垂水区五色山4丁目11番地7号

New facility adjacent to Goshikizuka Kofun, the largest keyhole-shaped burial mound in Hyogo. Features haniwa displays, AR terrace, and hands-on exhibits. Free admission.

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Source:神戸市
FREAK'S STORE Kobe Sanda Premium OutletsOPEN
4.17
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FREAK'S STORE Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets

兵庫県神戸市北区上津台7-3 神戸三田プレミアム・アウトレット 2540区

FREAK'S STORE, the American-inspired select shop by Daytona International, opens its first Kobe location at Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets on Friday, April 17, 2026. Hours are 10:00–20:00. To celebrate, a 3-day 'ennichi' pop-up runs April 17–19, and a wall art by artist Tim Kojima comes with a tote bag novelty for purchases of ¥5,000 or more (with Daytona Park Club registration).

Source:PR TIMES - 株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル
Rooftop Restaurant Bar S KobeREOPEN
4.16
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Rooftop Restaurant Bar S Kobe

兵庫県神戸市中央区新港町1-12 ラスイートルパンビル 4階

Rooftop Restaurant Bar S Kobe on the top floor of La Suite Le Pan Building resumes seasonal operations on April 16, 2026. Through May 31, it will offer the 'Meat Festival' plan featuring Japanese beef sirloin, Hyogo Tajima chicken, Kobe pork, and free drinks for ¥6,600.

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Source:株式会社ラスイート / PR TIMES
4.16OPEN
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Toriyakiniku Takayoshi

神戸市中央区北長狭通2-2-2 2階

A new chicken yakiniku restaurant opening in Kitanozaka-dori, Chuo Ward. The second-floor restaurant is set to open on Thursday, April 16.

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Gong cha Plenty Seishin-ChuoOPEN
4.15
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Gong cha Plenty Seishin-Chuo

〒651-2273 兵庫県神戸市西区糀台5-2-3 プレンティ専門店一番館

Gong cha Plenty Seishin-Chuo opens on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in the Plenty specialty building No.1. It will operate as a 33-seat tea cafe from 10:00 to 20:00, adding a convenient new stop right by Seishin-Chuo Station.

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Source:PR TIMES / ゴンチャ ジャパン
4.15OPEN
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Sukiyaki Hyotan

兵庫県神戸市北区有馬町1152

A new sukiyaki restaurant opening on Yumotozaka in Arima Onsen. It will serve Kansai-style sukiyaki made with certified Omi beef and Kobe beef, along with dishes such as wagyu hitsumabushi. The restaurant appears to have a 10-seat counter, table seating, and a private room for up to 14 people.

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URBAN EARTH BBQ Kobe HankyuRENEW
4.15
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URBAN EARTH BBQ Kobe Hankyu

兵庫県神戸市中央区小野柄通8丁目1-8 神戸阪急本館屋上

The rooftop BBQ venue 'URBAN EARTH BBQ Kobe Hankyu' reopens after renewal on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, on the rooftop of Kobe Hankyu. A new VIP area has been added, while the easy access, hands-free BBQ setup, and weather-friendly layout remain. The season runs through September 30, with hours 16:30-22:00 on weekdays and 11:00-22:00 on weekends and holidays.

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Source:PR TIMES / 株式会社スタンドケイ
4.14OPEN
Bakery

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兵庫県神戸市東灘区御影2-19-13

A new bakery near Hankyu Mikage Station. Grand opening is April 14, 2026 at 10:00, with a pre-opening from April 9 to 11 starting at 10:00. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00, while supplies last.

Source:Instagram / 食べログ
4.09OPEN
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Chinese Bar Yunyou

兵庫県神戸市灘区岩屋北町2丁目4-8

A Chinese bar by a chef trained at a Michelin-listed restaurant. The signature is Sichuan mapo tofu loaded with Sichuan pepper. The hot-and-sour noodle soup is a personal recipe learned during Michelin training. Lunch 11:00-15:00 (LO 14:30), dinner 17:00-22:00 (food LO 21:00). Closed Thursdays. 5 min walk from Hanshin Iwaya Station.

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4.09OPEN
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CHOOSY

兵庫県神戸市中央区下山手通2-17-2 10F

Opened in Kobe Sannomiya on April 9, 2026. CHOOSY is an airport lounge-inspired buffet produced by travel and gourmet influencer duo 'Chobit Couple'. One-hour sessions: lunch (until 14:00) ¥2,000, cafe (from 14:00) ¥1,500, dinner ¥2,500 (junior high and above, tax excl.). Elementary school age and under half price; under 3 free. Add-on all-you-can-drink alcohol ¥1,000. Closed Mondays.

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4.03OPEN
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Cobeya

兵庫県神戸市垂水区塩屋町9丁目13-19

A new lifestyle shop in Shioya offering food and daily goods. Nearest stations are JR Shioya and Sanyo Shioya. Open Friday to Sunday from 9:00 to 16:00, and occasionally Monday from 9:00 to 12:00. Cash only for now and no parking available.

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4.03RENEWAL
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The colore

〒658-0001 兵庫県神戸市東灘区森北町2丁目2-21

The tea house just steps from JR Konan-Yamate Station reopened on Friday, April 3, 2026 after a renewal. With a refreshed menu and service, it now offers in-house fruit sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and 15 kinds of tea. Hours are 11:00-17:30 (lunch last order 13:30 / full menu last order 17:00).

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4.03OPEN
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YURAMORI

兵庫県神戸市東灘区本山北町2-3-21 グレイスハイツ本山 1F

Grand opened in Motoyama Kitamachi, Kobe on April 3, 2026. A sweets shop focused on Shanghai-style desserts such as rou song xiao bei and taro box, mainly for takeout. Open 10:00-16:00, closed Mondays and Sundays.

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4.01OPEN
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Haru Tenshin

兵庫県神戸市中央区下山手通4-11-2

A Chinese restaurant specializing in dim sum, dumplings, and xiaolongbao opened near Kencho-mae Station on April 1, 2026. Open 11:30-20:00, with lunch from 11:30-14:00 and dinner from 17:30-20:00.

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4.01OPEN
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Kitasan Somen Motomachi

兵庫県神戸市中央区北長狭通1-2-6 白蘭ビル 6F

The second location of the popular somen noodle restaurant Kitasan Somen from Sannomiya has opened in Motomachi. Concept: "New Daily Somen." Enjoy affordable somen from under 500 yen and Japanese sake in a modern Japanese-style space. 5 min walk from Motomachi Station.

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March 2026
3.31CLOSED
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Pâtisserie CONSACREZ

神戸市中央区

Popular patisserie in Kobe's Kitano area closes. Closing sale up to 50% off until the last day.

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Baskin-Robbins Motomachi Shopping StreetOPEN
3.31
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Baskin-Robbins Motomachi Shopping Street

神戸市中央区元町通2-1-8

Baskin-Robbins opens a new location in Motomachi Shopping Street. Mobile ordering available. Hours: 11:00–21:00.

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3.26OPEN
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Gindako Highball Sakaba Piazza Kobe Sannomiya

神戸市中央区北長狭通1-31-40(ピアザ神戸内)※阪急・地下鉄三宮駅徒歩約1分

New izakaya in the Piazza Kobe arcade under the tracks. Fresh takoyaki and highballs. 1F standing bar, 2F 40 seats. Open 17:00–25:00.

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The O Café (Bando Science Museum Kobe)OPEN
3.25
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The O Café (Bando Science Museum Kobe)

神戸市中央区港島中町7-7-6 バンドー神戸青少年科学館1F

Juchheim's AI baker 'THEO' serves baum crepes that sold 60,000 units at Expo 2025 Osaka, now in Kobe.

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Men-ya SorihashiOPEN
3.18
Restaurant

Men-ya Sorihashi

神戸市兵庫区大開通5丁目1-8(地下鉄大開駅より徒歩圏内)

New ramen shop in Hyogo-ku specializing in rich chicken paitan soup using local Tajima chicken. Prepayment only (exact cash or PayPay).

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Karin Mabo SannomiyaOPEN
3.06
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Karin Mabo Sannomiya

神戸市中央区加納町4丁目2-1 阪急オアシス店B1 キッチンマーケット内

The ever-popular mapo tofu specialist from Nankinmachi opens in Hankyu Sannomiya's Kitchen & Market.

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3.05OPEN
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Sumibiyakitori Bentsu

神戸市中央区北長狭通2-9-3

A charcoal yakitori restaurant near the Toa Road viaduct, a 5-min walk from Sannomiya. Binchō charcoal grilled yakitori using Yamato Niku-dori (Nara) and Sanuki Takumi Wakadori (Kagawa).

February 2026
Areum Bagel Kobe MotomachiOPEN
2.25
Bakery

Areum Bagel Kobe Motomachi

神戸市中央区元町エリア

Seoul-born authentic bagel specialist makes its Kansai debut in Motomachi. Crispy outside, chewy inside Korean-style bagels.

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Human Made KobeOPEN
2.14
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Human Made Kobe

神戸市中央区海岸通9-2 チャータードビル1F

NIGO®'s fashion brand opens its 3rd Kansai location in the historic Chartered Building in Kobe's former foreign settlement.

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January 2026
Maruyama Melon SannomiyaOPEN
1.30
Bakery

Maruyama Melon Sannomiya

Hokkaido's beloved melon bun specialty shop opens in Sannomiya for 100 days only. 5 varieties from ¥430.

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Fave Coffee Kobe MotomachiOPEN
1.27
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Fave Coffee Kobe Motomachi

神戸市中央区元町通1丁目11-21

Popular Korean café chain lands in Motomachi with ~100 menu items and iconic 1-litre 'great size' drinks.

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December 2025
Taster's Coffee Japan KobeOPEN
12.21
Café

Taster's Coffee Japan Kobe

神戸市中央区下山手通4-15-1 モンルポダフネビル1F

The world's first physical store by Taiwan specialty coffee legend Jake Hu.

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