Foreigner Help in Kobe

Kobe has been Japan's most internationally connected port city for over 150 years, with a long history of foreign residents and one of the highest proportions of foreign nationals of any major Japanese city. The city has extensive multilingual community support including dedicated foreign resident counseling. This guide covers emergency contacts, Kobe's English-capable hospitals, the Kobe immigration bureau, and the practical resources available to the international community in Hyogo Prefecture.

Problems & Solutions in Kobe