Hyogo Business & Cultural Center

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The Hyogo Business & Cultural Center (HBCC) is an organization dedicated to fostering exchanges with the Americas region.

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Beauty Forged in Fire

Nestled in the mountains of southwestern Hyogo, Kikyo Hayamitsu Swordsmith invites anyone with an interest in traditional craftmanship...

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Jan 13

Discover the Delicious World of Ekiben!

If you're planning to travel around Japan, especially by bullet train (Shinkansen), don't miss the opportunity to experience Ekiben!

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Dec 16, 2024

Fall Festivals in Hyogo

As fall approaches, while Washington State feels the chill of the season, Hyogo Prefecture continues to enjoy milder temperatures and...

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Oct 25, 2024

Immerse in Izakaya in Kobe, Hyogo

Kobe, the capital city of Hyogo Prefecture, has various izakaya that are beloved by the local people.

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Aug 26, 2024

A Rejuvenating Trip to Kinosaki Onsen

Treat yourself to some rest and relaxation in the rejuvenating waters of Kinosaki Onsen! Japan is world-renowned for the soothing nature of

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Jun 5, 2024

A Townscape Frozen in Time

For those captivated by the drama of Shogun and eager to delve deeper into Japan’s rich historical tapestry, Tamba-Sasayama City in Hyogo...

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May 9, 2024

🌸✨Sakura (cherry blossom) season is almost here in 🗾Hyogo! It’s such a wonderful time of the year 🤩to enjoy the stunning cherry blossoms 🌸 while relaxing in an onsen (🛁hot spring), savoring delicious 🥩 Kobe beef, and 🏯✅exploring the rich culture and traditions of Japan🇯🇵 👍Follow us for more tourism information about🌊 Hyogo‼️

#hyogo #japan #lovehyogo #kobe #japantravel #japanesefood #japanesefood #himeji #traveljapan #兵庫 #温泉 #hotspring #有馬温泉♨️ #桜 #cherryblossom #sakura #花見 #kobebeef #神戸牛 #姫路城 #himejicastle🏯

🍙🇯🇵Are you a fan of Japanese castles 🏯🎌 and samurai history?
⬇️Here are three ✨ must-see castles in the Harima area of Hyogo!

🏯🌸Himeji Castle
68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0012, Japan (Only 20 minutes walk from JR Himeji Station)
Open 9 am to 4 pm daily
https://www.himejicastle.jp/en/

🏯🍁Kokoen Garden
68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0012, Japan
Open 9 am to 5 pm daily
https://www.himeji-machishin.jp/ryokka/kokoen/en/guidance/index.html

🏯🌸Tatsuno Castle
128-1 Tatsunocho Kamikajo, Tatsuno, Hyogo 679-4179, Japan (Only 15 minutes walk from JR Hon-Tatsuno Station)
Open 8:30 am to 5 pm daily except Mondays

🏯🌸Ako Castle
Kamikariya, Ako, Hyogo 678-0235, Japan
Open 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

#hyogo #japan #lovehyogo #japantravel #兵庫 #himejicastle🏯 #himeji #ako #tatsuno #kokoengarden #姫路 #姫路城　#worldheritage #世界遺産 #龍野城 #赤穂城 #赤穂浪士

🗾✈️🌏Wonder where to eat 🍖 Kobe beef in Hyogo? 🍽️ Save this post to discover 5 amazing spots 🥳to enjoy the finest Kobe beef in the Kobe area! 🥩✨

🥩✨Misono
7&8F Misono Bldg., 1-1-2 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0011
Tel:078-331-2890
[Lunch] 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm)
[Dinner] 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
*Halal Kobe Beef available
https://misono.org/en/

🥩✨Teppanyaki Tajima
Kobe Portopia Hotel(Main building 2F)
10-1, 6 Chome, Minatojima Nakamachi
Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0046 Japan
Tel (Restaurant Information desk) 078-303-5207
［Lunch］11:30 am -2:30 pm（L.O. 2:00 pm）
［Dinner］5:30 pm - 9:30 pm（L.O. 8:30 pm)
https://www.portopia.co.jp/en/restaurant/detail/tajima/

🥩✨Tanryu
1-10-9 Kitanagasadori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0012 (1F Ikuta Shindo Building)
Tel:078-391-2922
11:00 am - 9:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
https://www.koubegyuu.com/tanryu-sannomiya/

🥩✨Kobe Beef Kan
Kitanocho 1, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0002 (1F Kotonohako Kobe Building)
Tel:078-241-7790
［Lunch］11:30 am -3:00 pm（L.O. 2:00 pm）
［Dinner］5:00 pm - 8:00 pm（L.O. 7:00 pm)
https://en.kobebeef.gallery/

🥩✨Kobe Gyudon Hiroshige
1-22-21 Nakayamatedori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0004
Tel: 078-222-6611
Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm daily

We appreciate it if you let us know where you've had the most unforgettable Kobe beef experience to help 🥩✨ our followers discover the best places to enjoy Kobe beef in Hyogo!

#hyogo
#kobe
#japan
#kobebeef
#兵庫
#神戸牛
#beef
#japanesefood
#wheretoeatinjapan
#kobetravel

🏫✏️Shuntaro started his internship at ⛵Mariner High School., where he presented his hobbies and 🗾hometown, Nishinomiya, 🎌 Hyogo. He shared his favorite 🎼music, 🤩anime and places to visit in Hyogo 🚊with both Japanese and English.

🚀✨Many of the students were familiar with 🌹Japanese pop cultures Shuntaro introduced and 🥳were excited to find commonalities 🧑‍🤝‍🧑and new information about Japan. 📚He will be assisting with teaching 🍙Japanese to students from the first year to AP classes for about two weeks.

#internshiplife
#internship
#アメリカでインターン
#hyogo
#kobe
#washington

⏩🙌All of these pictures 📷 were taken by @henrymmoe.❤️Henry is 📝a JET program alumnus 🏫who recently returned from Ako. Please check out a post contributed to our Instagram for more stories. 💛🫶💛Thank you, Henry, for sharing them and capturing the beauty of Ako-city✨🌊⛰️We absolutely fell in love with your pictures 🥰

#hyogo
#hyogotravel
#lovehyogo
#ako
#japan
#赤穂市
#兵庫観光
＃兵庫の風景
＃赤穂の風景

In Japan, 🌸Ume (梅), or plum blossoms, are beloved flowers 💐 that signal the arrival of 🐇spring. Since they bloom ✨ before the cherry blossoms, you can enjoy the feeling of spring 🌱🩷while still experiencing a bit of chill in the air.
🙋❓By the way, can you distinguish between plum and cherry blossoms? 💮Cherry blossoms are primarily pink and have larger, more delicate petals, while plum blossoms are smaller and grow directly from the branches. 🌟The shape of the flowers is also different if you look closely. 🎨Plum blossoms come in a variety of colors, ranging from red to white, offering a beautiful array of options.
🎌🎎March 3rd is known as Hinamatsuri, or the Doll Festival in Japan, also called "Momo 🍑 no Sekku." The term "momo" refers to the plum blossom, and it is believed that displaying plum blossoms helps 👹ward off evil spirits. 🇯🇵🗻🌸In just a few weeks, cherry blossoms are expected to bloom in Japan, 🛤️so until then, enjoy the plum blossoms. 🗾In Hyogo Prefecture, there are two parks in Tatsuno City with many plum trees. If you're nearby, why not pay a visit?

#hyogo
#spring
#plum
#plumblossoms
#ume
#japan
#Tatsuno
#梅
＃梅林
＃龍野市
＃兵庫県

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Hyogo Business & Cultural Center

Our Recent Works

Beauty Forged in Fire

Discover the Delicious World of Ekiben!

Fall Festivals in Hyogo

Immerse in Izakaya in Kobe, Hyogo

A Rejuvenating Trip to Kinosaki Onsen

A Townscape Frozen in Time

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