Design and Creative Center Kobe (KIITO)
Fostering innovation in a historic building.A creative hub in Kobe.
Design and Creative Center Kobe (KIITO) is located in the center of Kobe City on the waterfront. It is a hub of design and creative activities in a renovated historic building—a former silk conditioning house. KIITO stands in the spotlight as a place where diverse people can come together and create new values.
KIITO’s appeal lies in its potential for participation rather than just observation. It hosts high-quality workshops by professional designers and creators and fascinating exhibitions all year round. It offers a wealth of opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy learning about design thinking and creativity.
In its open spaces you’ll find a cafe and shop where you can spend a relaxing time between workshops or after events. The elegant interior design, which evokes the history of this building where silk was once inspected, is another of its charms. Make the most of a unique atmosphere that combines modern design and historic architecture.
KIITO’s appeal lies in its potential for participation rather than just observation. It hosts high-quality workshops by professional designers and creators and fascinating exhibitions all year round. It offers a wealth of opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy learning about design thinking and creativity.
In its open spaces you’ll find a cafe and shop where you can spend a relaxing time between workshops or after events. The elegant interior design, which evokes the history of this building where silk was once inspected, is another of its charms. Make the most of a unique atmosphere that combines modern design and historic architecture.
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Basic information
- Zip code
- 〒651-0082
- Address
- 1-4 Onohama-cho, Chuo-ku Kobe-shi 兵庫県
- Telephone Number
- 078-325-2201
- Opening times
- 9:00–21:00
- Closed
- Mondays (the following day if Monday is a public holiday), Year-end/New Year (December 29 to January 3)
- Fees
- Free entry
*Differing prices for events and workshops. - Access (car)
- Very close to the Kyobashi entrance/exit on the Hanshin Expressway Kobe Route
- Access (public transport)
- Approx. 20 mins’ walk from JR Sannomiya Station and Hanshin/Hankyu Kobe-sannomiya Station
Approx. 10 mins’ walk from Sannomiya-Hanadokei-mae Station on the subway Kaigan Line
Approx. 10 mins’ walk from the Port Liner Boeki Center Station - Parking
- Temporary car park available: Hi-Park KIITO Kobe, 13 vehicles (paid)
*Please use public transport or walk as much as possible.
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