Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Hyogo
Summary
Hyogo Prefecture is said to be the "microcosm of Japan". It is composed of various areas from large cities, agricultural-mountain villages and to remote islands. Through various climates and natural features, you can enjoy various leisure activities such as swimming, skiing and hot springs.
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by plane
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From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 10 minutesKobe Airport
From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 5 minutesOsaka Itami Airport
- If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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The other Shinkansen stations in the prefecture are Nishi-Akashi Station and Himeji Station.
From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
2 hours 41 minutesShin-Kobe Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Himeji castle
Himeji Castle was praised for its aesthetic perfection, which is in the highest position of Japanese wooden architecture and is unique in the world. It was registered as Japan's first World Cultural Heritage Site in 1993. From the white walls made of white plaster, it is known as "Shirasagi Castle" and looks down on the city in an elegant manner.
Kobe Harborland
An entertainment zone surrounded by sparkling sea, refreshing sea breeze and greenery. This is a place where you can experience "Kobe, a port city" as you can hang out while looking out the sea, with abundant large-scale complex facilities such as shopping, gourmet food, movie theaters and amusement spaces. Also, the glittering nights with lights and illuminations are not to be missed!
Foods recommended by locals
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Kobe beef
The greatest authority of meat that is acclaimed by gourmet around the world. Fine and beautiful marbled meat. Softness that melts the moment you eat it. The mellow flavor is unbearably.
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Snow crab
The Tajima area has the largest amount of snow crab landed in Japan. During the season, many people come to look for the taste of winter. The meat packed tightly inside the thick legs has the best sweetness.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
Hyogo Prefecture covers a wide area of land, making the climate highly variable. It can be broadly divided into three regions: the Seto Inland Sea region, the central mountainous region, and the Sea of Japan region. The Seto Inland Sea region has a comfortable, mild climate with little rain, while the Sea of Japan region tends to be cloudy and rainy with high snowfall in the winter.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
51,717 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
8,356 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
660 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
517 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
250 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Vietnam
Nepal
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Hyogo Prefecture: 12,252
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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