Kobe Port Tower, affectionately known as the ‘Steel Tower Beauty,’ stands as a striking symbol of Kobe in the Central District. This crimson tower, designed in an hourglass shape reminiscent of a traditional Japanese hand drum called a tsuzumi, rises 354 feet (108 meters) above the city. Visitors are drawn to its panoramic sightseeing decks, which offer sweeping views of the surrounding area, and the unique experience of a rotating bar that provides a dynamic perspective of the city below.
Travel Themes & Experiences
Julian Sterling
April 17, 2026
