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Meriken Park is a nice waterfront park in Kobe's port area. The park was devastated by the 1995 earthquake, but has now become a popular spot for locals and tourists again.
A small memorial in the park commemorates the many lives lost in the port area due to the earthquake. It includes a short, damaged waterfront section which has been preserved as a reminder of the earthquake's tremendous, destructive power.
Other attractions in Meriken Park include the Kobe Port Tower, a symbol of the city, and the Kobe Maritime Museum.
Earthquake Memorial
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Hours and Fees
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| Kobe Port Tower | | Hours: | 9:00 to 20:30 (Dec to Feb until 18:30, Dec 31 and Jan 1 until 16:30 ) | | Closed: | no closing days | | Admission: | 600 yen |
| Kobe Maritime Museum | | Hours: | 10:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30 ) | | Closed: | Monday (or following day if Monday is a national holiday)
December 29 to January 3 | | Admission: | 500 yen |
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Travel Community
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Popularity of Meriken Park:
Users who have been to Kobe: 665
Users who have been to Meriken Park: 1624th of 10 most visited sights in Kobe.
127th of 554 most visited sights nationwide.
Ratings for Meriken Park:
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japan-guide.com Rating:
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interesting
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User Rating (by 90 users):
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73/100
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recommended
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Hotel and Ryokan
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Hyoe Koyokaku
This luxurious ryokan has a range of relaxing hot-spring baths, one of which is known for its rare, ggoldenh-colored water.
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Japanese Links
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Port of Kobe
Information about the Kobe Port Tower, the Maritime Museum and more.
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