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Kobe Kitano Terrace

A restaurant operated by Kobe Kitano Hotel. Savor exquisite French courses by Chef Hiroshi Yamaguchi, renowned for 'the world’s best breakfast,' in a glass-enclosed space overlooking Kobe’s cityscape. From breakfast to dinner, indulge in a blissful gourmet experience.

Kobe Kitano Terrace

Why Visit

Kobe Kitano Terrace, a restaurant directly operated by Kobe Kitano Hotel, sits on a hill in Kitano and offers sweeping views of Kobe’s cityscape and harbor through its glass-enclosed dining area. It provides a refined yet relaxed setting to enjoy French courses crafted by Chef Hiroshi Yamaguchi, renowned for 'the world’s best breakfast.' Trained under French master Bernard Loiseau, Chef Yamaguchi transforms seasonal ingredients into culinary works of art, combining precision, passion, and elegant presentation. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it’s perfect for special occasions or a memorable stop during your Kobe visit. An unforgettable dining experience—truly worthy of the title 'the world’s best'—awaits you here.

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World's Best Breakfast

Artistic French course breakfast by Chef Hiroshi Yamaguchi

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Loiseau's Protégé

Inheritor of French master Bernard Loiseau's techniques

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Glass-Enclosed View Dining

A glass-walled dining space offering fine cuisine with panoramic views of Kobe.

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Photography Guide

Best Shots

  • Each beautifully plated dish
  • Kobe cityscape through glass windows
  • Bright and open dining space
  • Table setting glowing in night view
  • Dining scene by the window

🌅 Best Timing

  • Breakfast 8:00–10:00 (last order)
  • Lunch 12:00–13:30 (last order)
  • Dinner 18:00–20:30 (last order) / Closes at 22:00
  • When natural morning light fills the room
  • At dusk, when the cityscape is most beautiful

💡 Photography of dishes is allowed, but please minimize flash. Be mindful of reflections when shooting through glass. Keep the calm atmosphere.

Essentials

Suggested Duration
About 2 hours
Access
About 10 minutes by car from JR/Hankyu/Hanshin Sannomiya or Motomachi Station. Located in a park on the north side of Kitano Ijinkan district. Free parking available (approx. 40 spaces).

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