♦Address of Kobe International Exhibition Hall   6-11-1 Minatojima Nakamachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0046, Japan

1. From Kansai International Airport

a) Ferry Route:

Depart from Kansai International Airport Port Terminal and take the Bay Shuttle ferry to Kobe Airport Kaijo Access Terminal. Transfer to the monorail (port Liner) and get off at Shimin-hiroba station. For Bay Shuttle information, please click here.

b) Bus Route:

Use Limousine Bus bound for downtown area of Kobe, Sannomiya. From Sannomiya station, take a taxi to Kobe International Exhibition Hall or take the monorail (named Port Liner) and get off at Shimin-hiroba station. For Limousine Bus information, please click here.

c) Rail Route:

Use JR rapid train (named "Haruka") bound for Shin-Osaka. Transfer to JR local train (named "Shin-Kaisoku") and get off at Sannomiya. From Sannomiya station, take a taxi to Kobe International Exhibition Hall or take the monorail (named Port Liner) and get off at Shimin-hiroba station.

2. From Narita Airport

a) Air Route:

(1) Transfer to Osaka Itami Airport   From Narita Airport, transfer to Osaka Itami Airport (the old airport). Then, take the bus for Kobe Sannomiya. From Sannomiya, take a taxi to Kobe International Exhibition Hall or take the monorail (named Port Liner) and get off at Shimin-hiroba station. (2) Transfer to Kansai International Airport   From Narita Airport, transfer to Kansai International Airport (the new airport) . Then, follow any of the routes outlined in number 1 above.

b) Rail Route:

From Narita Airport, take Narita Express (or other lines) to Tokyo Station. From Tokyo Station, take JR bullet train (train names are "Nozomi","Hikari" or "Kodama") and get off at Shin-kobe station. Then, take subway (named Yamate line) to Sannomiya Station and take a taxi to Kobe International Exhibition Hall or change to the monorail (named Port Liner) and get off at Shimin-hiroba station.

3. Transportation in Kobe Area

a) Rail transport:

(1) Sannomiya station   From Sannomiya station, take the monorail named Port Liner and get off at Shimin-hiroba station. (2) Shin-kobe station(station of bullet train)   From Shin-kobe station, take Kobe Shiei Line (Subway)to Sannomiya station. From Sannomiya station, take Port Liner and get off at Shimin-hiroba station.

b) Taxi:

(1) From Sannomiya station, it takes about 10minutes and approximately JPY 1,500. (2) From Shin-kobe station, it takes about 15minutes and approximately JPY 2,000.

c) Car from Osaka:

(1) Exit at "Ikutagawa" of Hanshin Kohsoku   Then take Kokudoh No.2, approximately 100m ahead is sign that says "To Port Island" After entering Port Island, follow a sign that says "To Kokusai Tenjijo". **Approximate travel time from Ikutagawa is 10 minutes. (2) From "Ashiya" IC of Hanshin Kohsoku Wangansen, go through "Noda Ohashi", Harbour Highway","Maya Ohashi","Kobe Ohashi"; then enter Port Island. After entering Port Island, follow a sign that says "To Kokusai Tenjijyo". **Approximate travel time from Ashiya IC is 15 minutes. NOTE: 5 parking lots are available in the vicinity of Kobe International Exhibition Hall at different rates.

Kobe blends Japanese and international cultures in a vibrant, cosmopolitan city that also offers convenient access to many of the most famous sights of old and new Japan.
		(About 60min. from Sannomiya by JR Line) Discover a wealth of cultural treasures, serene gardens, breathtaking temples and spectacular pavilions.
(About 90min. from Sannomiya by JR Line) Explore the important historic sights of Nara, a city of beautiful parks dotted with ancient temples, some of the world's oldest wooden structures and impressive religious monuments.
		(About 30min. from Sannomiya by JR Line) Visit Japan's second largest city, famous for its food, fashion and entertainment! Osaka castle, fine dining and a vibrant nightlife, have now expanded with the opening of the first Universal Studios' theme park outside the United States.

The general image of Japanese people is that they are quiet and reserved; if you hold similar images, you will be pleasantly surprised at IJK! In comparison to Tokyoites, Western Japanese have a history as merchants, and enjoy different ranges of products and a more pragmatic and snappy business style. Besides jewellery, IJK is the world's leading exhibition of pearls, and this is the only event where you can stock up on such quality products midyear! Asides from exploiting new markets and opportunities, the unique dialect, rich culture, and to-die-for gourmet will make your stay in Kobe worthwhile. Come to IJK and we promise to show you a whole new side of Japan!

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