Kobe

Despite being only a small city, Kobe has an active nightlife. In particular, it has a number of bars with live music – some with performances every night of the week. Although Kobe is best known for jazz, you’ll also find venues with other styles of live music. Here’s a pick of the best. 1. Sone The oldest jazz bar in Kobe, Sone has live jazz performances throughout the week to accompany delicious cocktails and food including sirloin steak. You have to pay a cover charge to enter, but this will allow you to listen to all live sets throughout the evening. Where: 1-24-10 Nakayamatedori, Chuo Ward (map) Open Hours: 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday; 1:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Sunday Website: https://kobe-sone.com/ 2. The Cave The owner of this popular downtown basement bar is a huge fan of the Beatles. He has created a space for tribute shows that resembles the legendary Cavern Club in Liverpool, complete with similar nostalgic décor. Fans of the Fab Four and 60s music in general should definitely pay this bar a visit. Where: 1-5-9 Nakayamatedori, Chuo Ward (map) 
Open Hours: 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Tuesday to Sunday Website:…