Kobe is a lively port city located conveniently close to Osaka, about a 40-minute train ride away without needing to take the Shinkansen bullet train. Despite its compact size, this little city packs in plenty of attractions, like iconic Kobe Port Tower, the Harborland shopping district and the beautiful Ikuta Shrine. Kobe also has a handful of quality vegan restaurants like Vegan Cafe Kiu and Vegan Cafe Thallo, where you can enjoy tasty vegan lunch plates with a variety of small dishes. All of that makes Kobe an excellent day trip from Osaka or Kyoto.

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