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WHY VISIT
Born from the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Noevir Stadium Kobe is a 30,000-capacity sports and entertainment center. As Vissel Kobe's home, you can watch world-class players like former Spanish national team member Iniesta up close. The main attraction is the proximity between seats and pitch. From the front rows, you can see players' expressions, sweat, and powerful plays, feeling like part of the match. On match days, food stalls and gourmet booths line the area, creating a festival atmosphere. Beyond soccer, it hosts diverse events including concerts by domestic and international artists, festivals, and markets, making it a beloved gathering place for Kobe residents.
Vissel Kobe
Watch world-class players including Iniesta in action
Close to the Pitch
Feel the players' intensity and powerful plays up close
Diverse Events
Year-round concerts, festivals, markets and various events
Gourmet & Food Stalls
Food stalls line the stadium on match days, creating a festival vibe
PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE
BEST SHOTS
- — Full stadium exterior (especially at dusk)
- — Lively crowd atmosphere on match days
- — Impressive stands viewed from pitch level
- — Passionate supporters behind the goal
- — Illuminated stadium at night
- — Event excitement and atmosphere
BEST TIMING
- — Vissel Kobe home game days
- — Night games (beautiful illumination)
- — During concerts or festivals
- — Lively pre/post-match hours
- — Dusk magic hour
Photograph from your seat during matches. Flash photography prohibited as it disturbs players. Event photography rules may vary - check in advance. Be considerate of other visitors when shooting around the stadium.
ESSENTIALS
- Opening Hours
- Varies by event/match. Vissel Kobe home games typically kick off at 14:00 or 19:00. Gates usually open 90 minutes before kickoff.
- cost
- Vissel Kobe matches: reserved seats from ¥3,500 (varies by category). Other events vary by performance.
- Best Time
- Best during Vissel Kobe home games. Important matches and night games are especially exciting. Soccer season runs February-December. Concerts and events held year-round - check official website for schedule.
- Suggested Duration
- About 3 hours
- Access
- About 5 minutes walk from JR/Hanshin Misaki-Koen Station. About 10 minutes from Subway Wadamisaki Station. Free shuttle bus from Sannomiya Station on match days (approx. 15 min). Paid parking available (crowded on match days).
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair seats and multipurpose restrooms available. Elevators provided. Accessible parking available. Advance reservation recommended.
