Kobe Guest House Former Nishio Residence
At Kobe Guest House Former Nishio Residence
A historic residence where a century of history, from the Taishō era to the present day, continues to quietly unfold.
Surrounded by expansive greenery and guided by an enduring spirit of omotenashi, this classical cultural property offers a wedding experience of timeless elegance.
Its beauty, cherished across generations, is both rare and truly exceptional.
An authentic guesthouse, cherished for over a century.
Located in the scenic Suma area overlooking the sea, the former Nishio Residence unfolds amid a setting of exceptional beauty.
From the celebrated Japanese garden that reflects the richness of all four seasons to the main Western-style building adorned with a red staircase and shimmering stained glass, the estate offers a truly extraordinary atmosphere.
Here, a cultural property wedding infused with the spirit of omotenashi gracefully enhances both Western gowns and traditional Japanese attire.
A Vast Estate of Over 10,000 Square Meters Surrounded by Lush Greenery
Far removed from the bustle of the city, this tranquil retreat offers a healing, otherworldly setting to share unforgettable moments with your guests.
Within the expansive grounds, an English garden is available for ceremonies, alongside a celebrated scenic garden carefully designed to reveal its greatest beauty even a hundred years from now, reflecting the changing seasons of Japan.
As one of only a few such preserved estates in all of Japan, the entire property is designated as an Important Tangible Cultural Property of Hyōgo Prefecture.
At this truly authentic guesthouse, Kobe Geihinkan – Former Nishio Residence, a once-in-a-lifetime day unfolds.
Culinary Omotenashi by Renowned Chefs
To ensure that your once-in-a-lifetime day is remembered through all five senses, each dish is crafted as a heartfelt expression of hospitality that lingers in the memory of your guests.
At the heart of this omotenashi lies the cuisine. At Kobe Geihinkan, our chefs create French dishes infused with delicate Japanese elements, using an abundance of seasonal ingredients sourced from Hyōgo Prefecture, all prepared with great care and intention.
Couples may also design their own menu through a prix fixe style, choosing freely from over 2,500 possible combinations to create a truly personal course that conveys their feelings to their guests.
Just like the Former Nishio Residence, which has stood in Suma for over a century, this thoughtfully curated dining experience becomes a lasting memory of a day to be cherished.
CEREMONY
Chapel
2 to 100 guests
Garden
BANQUET
Hōō Hall
20 to 86 guests
THE VIZCAYA GARDEN
40 to 128 guests
VIP Room
up to 40 guests
Kobe Guest House Former Nishio Residence
| Address | 2-4-1 Rikyu Nishimachi, Suma-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 654-0067 |
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| Access | [Train/Bus] Sanyo Electric Railway "Tsukimiyama Station" 6 minutes on foot Sanyo Electric Railway "Sumadera Station" 6 minutes on foot JR "Suma Station" 15 minutes on foot Kobe City Bus "Rikyu Koen-mae" short walk [Car/Taxi] JR "Suma Station" 5 minutes taxi ride Straight from 2nd Shinmei Road "Suma IC" Straight from Hanshin Expressway 3rd Kobe Line "Tsukimiyama Exit" [Chartered bus] Please contact us for details |
| Capacity | 10-130 people |
| Facilities | Garden, cloakroom, hair salon, dressing room, sound, lighting, waiting room, wireless microphone, etc. |