Guidebook for Tarumi-ku, Kōbe-shi
Food Scene
Place to get fish brought daily from local fishing port. There is an eat-in space besides the store. Try the really fresh sashimi platter or Kaisen-don.
（株）木下水産
7-8 KandachōPlace to get fish brought daily from local fishing port. There is an eat-in space besides the store. Try the really fresh sashimi platter or Kaisen-don.
Steak Nishimuraya
If you are for Kobe beef...
増田屋 本店
2-chōme-5-17 HyūgaA very famous local sushi restaurant. The price is very reasonable and the taste is great.
麺や六三六 垂水店
2-22 KandachōRamen shop. Has good fish based soup ramens.
Parks & Nature
An gigantic ancient tomb, over looking the Akashi bridge. Known to be a "power spot" and has a wonderful view.
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Goshikizuka Tomb
An gigantic ancient tomb, over looking the Akashi bridge. Known to be a "power spot" and has a wonderful view.
Beach overlooking the Akashi Bridge.
Great for a walk in the cooler seasons and for swimming in the hotter seasons.
Azur Maiko Beach Resort
Kaigandori-11 Tarumi WardBeach overlooking the Akashi Bridge.
Great for a walk in the cooler seasons and for swimming in the hotter seasons.
If you are interested in beautiful flowers and nature, the Awaji Island is only 30 minutes away from Tarumi. Take the bus from Maiko station (1 station west to Tarumi). Also the Awaji Island has the freshest seafood, beef and onions of the Seto sea.
Awaji Yumebutai
If you are interested in beautiful flowers and nature, the Awaji Island is only 30 minutes away from Tarumi. Take the bus from Maiko station (1 station west to Tarumi). Also the Awaji Island has the freshest seafood, beef and onions of the Seto sea.
Sightseeing
World Heritage 16c. castle, also known as the "White Heron Castle" for its beautiful white appearance. Famous for being the shooting place of the movie "The Last Samurai" starring Tom Cruise.
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Himeji Castle
68 HonmachiWorld Heritage 16c. castle, also known as the "White Heron Castle" for its beautiful white appearance. Famous for being the shooting place of the movie "The Last Samurai" starring Tom Cruise.
Locals call this shrine "Kai(=sea) Jinja". Oldest shrine that protects the area and wishes for the safety in sea and traveling. Maybe you can get an Omamori (charm) for a safe trip home.
わたつみ会館
5-1 MiyamotochōLocals call this shrine "Kai(=sea) Jinja". Oldest shrine that protects the area and wishes for the safety in sea and traveling. Maybe you can get an Omamori (charm) for a safe trip home.
Shopping
A big outlet mall with many brand stores for fashion, home appliances etc. The restaurants have great ocean view too. Easy access by free shuttle bus from JR Tarumi Station (East Exit, near the local bus terminals).
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Mitsui Outlet Park Marine Pia Kobe
12-6 KaigandōriA big outlet mall with many brand stores for fashion, home appliances etc. The restaurants have great ocean view too. Easy access by free shuttle bus from JR Tarumi Station (East Exit, near the local bus terminals).
Anything you need, from vegetables, fish, kimono, drug store to 100 yen shops. There are supermarkets on the both ends of the shopping street too, so you can replenish whatever else you couldn't find in the shopping arcade.
垂水センター街
2-1 KuganochōAnything you need, from vegetables, fish, kimono, drug store to 100 yen shops. There are supermarkets on the both ends of the shopping street too, so you can replenish whatever else you couldn't find in the shopping arcade.
Shopping center with a big supermarket. Book store, McDonalds, etc.
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Aeon
1-chōme-8-37 ChōdōShopping center with a big supermarket. Book store, McDonalds, etc.
A big shopping mall near Kobe station. Its about 15 minutes to Kobe station from Tarumi on JR. There are movies, Anpanman Museum for kids, many, many stores and restaurants. The night view is gorgeous too.
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Kobe Harborland umie
1-chōme-7-2 HigashikawasakichōA big shopping mall near Kobe station. Its about 15 minutes to Kobe station from Tarumi on JR. There are movies, Anpanman Museum for kids, many, many stores and restaurants. The night view is gorgeous too.
Getting Around
Tarumi Station
Kandachō-1 Tarumi WardSan-yo-Tarumi Station
1-37 Kandachōタイムズ垂水旭が丘
Asahigaoka-1 Chome-4 Tarumi WardThis is the nearest parking lot. 700 yen per 24 hours.
Essentials
Lawson Tarumi Ekimae Shop
4-10 Kandachō7-ELEVEN.Heart in JR Tarumi Station West Entrance Store
1-20 Kandachōコープ 垂水
1-chōme-4-1 HyūgaOpen 9am to 11pm. Has a good variety of prepared foods too.