This time at Chunichi Building, I made a special point of buying coffee beans from Blue Bottle Coffee. For someone who loves coffee, this was another great find from the trip.
Blue Bottle Coffee is loved by many for its minimalist brand design and coffee culture. The familiar blue bottle logo alone is instantly recognizable! I brought the coffee beans home so I can brew them myself and slowly relive the wonderful memories of this trip to Japan in my everyday life.
Enbun Charge Tablets
A chewable tablet that aids in boosting electrolytes lost while you sweat. It tastes great and melts in your mouth to quickly deliver sodium, potassium, and citric acid to the body.
These don't taste quite like ordinary sweet candy. They have a salty-sweet flavor that reminds me of a sports drink, giving them a familiar yet distinctive taste. They're not just simply sweet, which makes them pretty unique! Each tablet is small and easy to carry. Just keep some in your bag, and they're very convenient when traveling or walking a lot.
Summers in Japan are really hot, especially when you're traveling and often walking around outdoors. Besides remembering to stay hydrated, you also need to be mindful of the salt you lose through sweating.
Kobe Anpanman Children’s Museum & Mall
This is a spot for children to meet their hero, Anpanman. The building is divided into two floors, with the museum on the second floor (admission fee applies) and a shopping mall on the first floor (free to enter).
In Kobe's harbor area, besides enjoying the waterfront scenery, you can also stop by the Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall! This place is paradise for Anpanman fans. From the moment you enter, it's full of childlike fun, with familiar characters like Anpanman, Baikinman, and other adorable characters everywhere. Just looking at the decorations makes you want to take photos to remember your visit.
Inside, there are many play facilities and interactive areas for children, where they can get up close to their favorite cartoon characters and enjoy the cheerful atmosphere. Even adults who are just accompanying their children will be drawn in by the cute settings and feel as if they've suddenly returned to their childhood!
Besides the children's museum, the shopping mall next door is also well worth exploring. It has plenty of Anpanman-themed merchandise, from stuffed toys and stationery to all kinds of souvenirs. Anpanman fans are sure to have a great time browsing. If you're looking for souvenirs from Kobe, you can also see if anything catches your eye.
HANKYU SANBAN GAI “UMEDA FOOD HALL”
Located underground at the shopping zone HANKYU SANBAN GAI, right under Hankyu Railway Osaka-umeda Station, this food hall has been set up with the concept of being 'accessible and enjoyable for everyone at all times'. Whether it's for lunch or dinner, enjoying a light drink in the afternoon to get that pleasant buzz, or having a great time with close friends, the versatility and depth of this food hall are its key attractions.
UMEDA FOOD HALL in HANKYU SANBAN GAI is a very convenient food court with a wide variety of dining options. Whether you’re in the mood for Japanese cuisine, ramen, rice bowls, or other specialty foods, you can find something you like here.
The dining area is spacious, and there are plenty of options, making it a great place to grab something to eat when you get hungry while shopping. If you’re traveling with friends or family, there’s no need to worry if everyone wants something different. Each person can choose what they like, then find a table and eat together. It’s really convenient!
