Visit Kato
Where to stay in Kato
Shimo-takino
While Shimo-takino may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Konpira Shrine and Dojiyama Park.

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Breakfast was great as well as the general menu. Lobby was excellent. Staff friendly and welcoming. The location fantastic for the connection to transit and the tram. Didn’t like having to pay for the pool and sauna though as I thought they should be free, just like the gym. Still overall a great ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya
Clean, simple, and comfortable room. It’s located near many public transportation.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Kobe Portopia Hotel
Modern, close to the airport, The breakfast had an incredible variety, with plenty of food and tropical juices to enjoy.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

ThinkStay Mt.
Such a fun treehouse to stay in. Wish they had more meal options so recommend you bring your own food and snacks.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2024

Sea View Court Kobe
Extremely family friendly with comfortable rooms and even toys!
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Spacious Apartment - 5-7 minute walk to Shinkansen and Shin-Kobe Subway Station
The manager was very nice and accommodating. Made sure our stay was pleasant. Location was convenient to where we wanted to be. Good for a larger group of people since has two bedrooms and a kitchen. TV has about 5 japanese channels to watch, but we were not there to watch TV so did not spend much ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2019
Popular places to visit
Tojoko Toy Kingdom
Bring the family to Tojoko Toy Kingdom and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Kato. Amble around the area's forests or visit its temples.
Kiyomizudera Temple
After visiting Kiyomizudera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kato. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Chokoji Temple
Chokoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kato, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views.
- Tojoko Toy Kingdom
- Arima Onsen
- Himeji Central Park
- Himeji Castle
- Setonaikai National Park
- Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
- Kobe Animal Kingdom
- Suma Aqualife Park Kobe
- Noevir Stadium Kobe
- Motomachi Shopping Street
- Fruit Flower Park
- Kobe Shiritsu Rokkosan Farm
- Hankyu Nishinomiya Gardens
- Takarazuka Revue Theater Troupe
- Kobe Convention Center






