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Kobe (神戸) is Japan’s sixth-largest city, famous for Kobe beef. As a Fukuoka native, I always thought of Kobe as a nice, familiar port city—but not quite as good as my Fukuoka! I love running and walking in nature, even when traveling, and Kobe surprised me with how quickly you can escape into the mountains, enjoy a trail, and be back in the city in just a few hours. In this blog, I’ll share why Kobe is perfect for nature lovers, walkers, and trail runners like me.

Kyushu is full of natural beauty, charming towns, and hidden gems. From Fukuoka’s compact city life to Yame’s green tea fields, Itoshima’s coastline, and Beppu’s volcanic onsen, this guide by a Fukuoka local will help you skip the crowds and experience the real Japan.