Useful Information
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The best time to visit Kobe is during spring and autumn. During these seasons
Kobe experiences the best weather of the year. March to May (spring) and September
to November (autumn) are the best months for a pleasant visit to Kobe. The clear
weather and the beautiful sea create an enchanting atmosphere during this time.
There are several places to visit in and around Kobe.
Barging into a house, shrine, Japanese-style restaurant etc., with your shoes on is taken as indecency in Kobe. Bowing forms an integral part of greeting and showing respect in Kobe, Japan. Blowing noses in public places is considered improper as part of Kobe etiquette & behavior.
There is the medical information service in Kobe at CHIC, Kobe (Community House & Information Center). There are also a number of hospitals in Kobe apt in handling emergencies.
Some of the urgent phone numbers in Kobe are:
- Tourist information number (078) 303-1010
- Emergency Fire/Ambulance number is 119.
- Emergency Police number is 110.
