Tarumi Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A suspension bridge with two towers, spanning over a body of water with a cityscape in the background.
A waterfront promenade with palm trees, a bike path, and modern buildings in the background.
A large suspension bridge spanning a body of water with a hilly landscape in the background.
A large suspension bridge spanning a wide river, with a modern building complex in the foreground.
A large suspension bridge spanning a body of water with a clear sky.

Stay near popular Tarumi Ward attractions

A suspension bridge with two towers, spanning over a body of water with a cityscape in the background.

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

8.8/10 (145 reviews)
See the longest suspension bridge in the world, recognized as one of Japan’s most impressive engineering accomplishments.
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Activities

Pickleball in Osaka & Kyoto with Locals!

Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!

AU$16
per adult
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Godzilla Intercept Operation Awaji Attraction Ticket

Godzilla Intercept Operation Awaji Attraction Ticket

AU$42
per adult
Godzilla Intercept Operation Awaji Attraction Ticket
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

AU$77
per adult
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Kobe : Private Custom Tour

Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)

AU$182
per adult
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Herb Garden in Kobe

Kobe City Private Tours

AU$158
per adult
Kobe City Private Tours
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Nijigen no Mori Day Trip from Osaka with Ticket and Lunch Coupon

AU$233
per adult
Nijigen no Mori Day Trip from Osaka with Ticket and Lunch Coupon
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Our pick of the best Tarumi Ward Hotel Deals

Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe

Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe

4 out of 5
18-11 Higashi Maiko-cho Kobe Hyogo-ken
Fully refundable
The price is AU$123 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$123
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this beach hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nizigen Nomori Park and Maiko Maritime Promenade ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (946 reviews)
"The onsen is really nice! This hotel is ideal spot to go to Awaji Island, Himeji & Kobe."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe
Kobe Portopia Hotel

Kobe Portopia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
10-1 6-chome Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is AU$93 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$93
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Kobe PortTower Hotel

Kobe PortTower Hotel

2.5 out of 5
6-1 Hatobacho Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is AU$57 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$57
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kobe Harborland and Port of Kobe are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (580 reviews)
"Bon emplacement, chambre typique et très confortable. Excellent service."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Kobe PortTower Hotel
Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport

Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport

4 out of 5
1, Senshu-kuko Kita Tajiri Osaka-fu
The price is AU$161 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$161
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tajiri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,527 reviews)
"This is a fabulous hotel if you need to stay overnight between two flights or if you land late and need to take the train. It is conventionally located inside fgw terminal. It is super clean and the staff is extremely friendly"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport
Hotel Monterey KOBE

Hotel Monterey KOBE

3.5 out of 5
2-11-13 Shimoyamatedori Kobe Hyogo
The price is AU$123 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$123
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"clean and cozy. It is located in the middle of the downtown"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Hotel Monterey KOBE
Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

4 out of 5
4-2-1 Kanocho Kobe Hyogo
The price is AU$120 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$120
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location and functional stay with nice views. Pros: Unbeatable location directly connected to Sannomiya Station. Beautiful views of Kobe Bay and the city skyline. Great perks including many tea options in the lobby and a functional in-room massage chair. Cons: Small, clean rooms (typical ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya
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Our guide on where to stay in Tarumi Ward

Find the best Tarumi Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Japanese temple with red and gold accents, a staircase leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

Sannomiya

Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

A brightly lit tower with the text "Port of Kochi" at the top, a modern building with a curved facade, and a river with a bridge in the foreground.

Kobe City Centre

Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

A coastal cityscape with modern buildings, a prominent red tower, and a mountainous backdrop.
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Chuo Ward

You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.

A forest with autumn foliage, a stone monument, and a pathway.
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Arimacho

Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.

A historic building with a large archway, surrounded by trees and a paved area.
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Hyogo

Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.

Tarumi Ward Travel Guide

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