Coffee shops in Kobe
Kobe runs on caffeine like everywhere else, but the good cups are not always the obvious ones. 11 coffee shops on the local map — here are the named, rated spots. Pair two or three of these and you have a full day sorted in Kobe.
Coffee shops in Kobe
The rated coffee spots around Kobe, best-reviewed first. Ratings and review counts come from Google.
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Getting good coffee in Kobe
- The highest-rated independent shops in Kobe tend to roast their own beans or buy from a named local roaster — ask the barista what is on the grinder.
- Morning rush is real everywhere. If you are working from a cafe in Kobe, the sweet spot is usually 9:30 to 11:30, after the commuter wave.
- Ratings below 4.0 with hundreds of reviews usually mean inconsistent drinks, not bad ones — worth a try if it is on your route.
About Kobe
Kobe, Kansai, Japan (coordinates 34.69, 135.20, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Everything listed for Kobe is a real Google Places venue with ratings and review counts. Dayfari never invents a venue and never sells placement.
More coffee shops nearby
Expanding the search around Kobe: these neighbouring towns each have a guide:
- Coffee shops in Osaka (28 km away)
- Coffee shops in Kyoto (63 km away)
Common questions
Where do these Kobe coffee listings come from?
Google Places listings for Kobe, with ratings, review counts and addresses. Dayfari does not sell placements — the order below follows review counts, not advertisers.
How current is this Kobe coffee guide?
Dayfari re-pulls listings regularly, but cafes open, close and change hands fast. If a shop matters to your plans, check its hours before you go.
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