Kobe, Japan

Take advantage of a trip to Kobe while you're in Osaka. Kobe beef is truly delicious, but also incredibly expensive—my wallet! 🥲🥲🥲 But the ocean view and the sea breeze are truly relaxing, and I really love how Japan connects its shopping districts. From Kobe Station, I can walk all the way from the mall to the harbor along the overpass—no need to go outside at all. It's so convenient. You can also take a sightseeing boat to enjoy the harbor scenery and experience Kobe's uniquely relaxed atmosphere. Finally, I recommend visiting Kobe Harborland umie North Mall. There's a special coupon for foreigners there. It's 500 yen off for purchases over 5,500 or 5,000 yen, which is like a 10% discount on duty-free purchases. It's a real bargain! Highly recommended!