Kobe Anpanman Children’s Museum & Mall | Review by wendy

這次來到舞子公園，最期待的就是近距離欣賞明石海峽大橋！還沒走到橋下，遠遠就能看到這座橫跨海面的巨大吊橋，實際站在眼前時，真的覺得比想像中還要壯觀，忍不住一直拿起相機拍照，怎麼取景都好看！

明石海峽大橋又有「珍珠橋（Pearl Bridge）」的美麗暱稱，連結本州與淡路島，是世界知名的長跨距懸索吊橋。

高聳的橋塔、延伸至遠方的鋼索，搭配一望無際的海景，整個畫面非常有氣勢。尤其站在橋下往上看，更能感受到它驚人的規模。

當天一邊欣賞大橋，一邊吹著海風，感覺特別舒服。看著船隻從橋下經過，海面與橋身交織成漂亮的風景，讓人不自覺想多停留一會兒。

這座橋不只是連接本州與淡路島的重要交通建設，也是神戶非常具有代表性的地標。來到舞子公園，真的很推薦安排時間好好欣賞，親眼感受這座世界級吊橋的魅力！

On this visit to Maiko Park in Kobe, what I was looking forward to most was seeing the world-famous Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in person! After getting off at JR Maiko Station, you can reach the park by walking across the pedestrian bridge, so it’s really convenient.

It wasn’t until I actually walked up to the bridge that I realized it was even more spectacular than I had imagined! The enormous bridge stretches across the sea, with the long suspension bridge extending far into the distance. Looking up at it from underneath, you can’t help but marvel at what humans are capable of building.

That day, I took a leisurely walk along the coast, admiring the bridge and feeling the sea breeze. With the vast ocean view in front of me and the sound of the waves in my ears, the whole setting felt very relaxing. It didn’t have the noise and bustle of the city, giving it a much more laid-back and carefree atmosphere.

If you have time, I highly recommend walking along the Marine Promenade. You can enjoy views of the Akashi Strait from different angles and experience the unique feeling of walking on the bridge.

This is truly a great place to slow down and appreciate the beautiful scenery. Rather than rushing to take photos and check in, I preferred feeling the sea breeze, looking out at the ocean, and enjoying the relaxed pace unique to Kobe’s waterfront.

On this trip to Kobe, besides Himeji Castle, another thing I was really looking forward to was walking around the Kitano Ijinkan district! Our first stop was Moegi House, with its very eye-catching exterior.

Before even going inside, I was drawn to this Western-style house in a pale mint green! Paired with dark green window frames, white decorative railings, and a red-brick chimney, the whole building has a very distinctive look and a strong vintage, foreign atmosphere. It was beautiful just taking pictures outside.

Moegi House was formerly the residence of the American consul. Its location makes it one of the more convenient houses to visit in the Kitano Ijinkan district, and admission is also relatively inexpensive. Once I went inside, I found that the displays here were somewhat different from those at the other houses. Instead of deliberately creating themed exhibits about different countries' cultures, it recreates the living spaces of the time as faithfully as possible.

As I toured the rooms and looked at the old furniture, windows, and interior decor, I couldn't help imagining what kind of daily life the people who lived here once had. Although the exhibits aren't as extensive as those at some of the other houses, this sense of being close to real life instead inspired an even greater feeling of nostalgia.

Overall, this stop is easy to explore, and you don't need to set aside too much time for it. For me, visiting Kobe's ijinkan isn't just about seeing beautiful architecture. It's also a way to experience Kobe's past history and culture through these preserved old houses.