Kobe’s signature waterfront park—Meriken Park is where wide skies, public art, and post-quake remembrance meet the sea.
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Meriken Park is Kobe’s most iconic urban green space—a broad, sea-facing promenade that connects the city’s maritime legacy with its forward-looking spirit. Home to the red-latticed Kobe Port Tower, the sail-shaped Kobe Maritime Museum, and the striking new Kōbe Port Museum (housing átoa), the park also features public sculptures, grassy lawns, and a memorial to the victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake. Skaters carve paths beside couples on dates and tourists chasing sunset photos. Whether you’re watching ships drift across the bay, grabbing lunch at a harbor café, or attending an outdoor event, Meriken Park blends stillness and movement with effortless grace.
Facilities & Services
- Open-air park with seating, sculptures, and photo spots
- Home to Kobe Port Tower, Maritime Museum, and Kōbe Port Museum
- Earthquake memorial and educational installations
- Harborwalks and green lawn areas
- Close to Motomachi and Minato Motomachi Stations
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