top of page

This blog is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Eating Kobe Milk Ice-Cream | Motomachi, Kobe | Japan

Kobe Milk is located right at the entrance to Chinatown (Nankinmachi) in Kobe. The Nankinmachi entrance of the store seems to be more focused on puddings and take-out, while the back of the store (entry on the other side of the block in a little alley) focuses more on ice-cream, and has a small dine-in space.


I loved the attention to detail at this store - the chocolate dipped waffle cone covered in pistachio bits was a nice touch, as was the strawberry plonked on top! Don't forget to take a few shots for Instagram before digging in!


Many people are probably aware that walking while standing/eating is frowned down upon in Japan. While this is mostly true, there are certain areas and times of year where this rule doesn't really apply - think festivals etc. It's quite hard to find seating around Chinatown, especially if you're eating from a food stall, so it's perfectly fine to stand and eat outside. If you're in need of a garbage can, you can return the garbage to the store you purchased the item from without a problem.


If you're looking for other sweet treats in Kobe I recommend The City Donuts and Coffee, and the wonderful Isuzu Bakery.



Pictured: Strawberry and vanilla swirl soft-serve ice-cream with chocolate dipped waffle cone, covered in pistachio pieces, store signage.

Click on the images to expand.


Suggested access: Motomachi station, Sannomiya station.

Address in English: 〒650-0022 Hyogo, Kobe, Chuo Ward, Motomachidori, 1 Chome−1−1 新元町ビル 1F

Name in Japanese: 神戸ミルクアイス

Address in Japanese: 〒650-0022 兵庫県神戸市中央区元町通1丁目1−1 新元町ビル 1F



Like it? Pin it on Pinterest!

Picture: Ice-cream cone with vanilla and strawberry soft-serve and a fresh strawberry on top. Text reads: "Kobe Milk, Kobe Japan. LisaEatsTheWorld.com"

Visiting soon?

Check out some popular tours available in the area!


Related Posts

See All

10 Comments


Guest
Jun 16, 2022

This look yummy!!! Another thing to add to the list of things to try once I will visit Japan! Thanks for sharing.

Like
Lisa
Lisa
Jun 17, 2022
Replying to

For sure! Save it to your Google maps for future reference.

Like

Guest
Jun 16, 2022

Japan is on my list! I can't wait! That looks delicious!

Like
Lisa
Lisa
Jun 17, 2022
Replying to

Hope you can visit soon!

Like

Guest
Jun 16, 2022

yum! I didnt know that it was frowned upon to walk around while eating, that was interesting to me.

Like
Lisa
Lisa
Jun 17, 2022
Replying to

It's something that surprised many people about Japan!

Like

Guest
Jun 16, 2022

Wow that looks so good and I would love to try it!

Like
Lisa
Lisa
Jun 16, 2022
Replying to

I can't wait to go back for more! :D

Like

Alaina Thomas
Alaina Thomas
Jun 15, 2022

Wow this looks delicious! Good to know the ice cream can be found in the back - that is directly where I would be headed.

Like
Lisa
Lisa
Jun 17, 2022
Replying to

I’m interested in trying the pudding, but the ice cream is just way too tempting :D

Like

By posting a comment you automatically agree to and accept the terms of use of this site. 

bottom of page