神戸ストッカーズ北野シェアハウス
Kobe Stockers Kitano Share House is an international share housetucked into the hillside Kitano district, one of Kobe's most atmospheric neighborhoods. Run by a British owner, the house sits in Union Heights on Kitanocho, a short climb up Kitanozaka hill from central Sannomiya. About half the residents are from overseas, making it one of the more genuinely international options in Kobe. Utilities are bundled into the rent. No need to set up separate contracts for gas, water, or electricity.
The house offers both dormitory beds and private rooms, with dorm rates starting around ¥30,000/month. Considerably cheaper than long-stay hotels or serviced apartments in the area. Short and long stays are both welcome. One resident stayed for a combined four years across two separate stints. The building is older, so expect worn fittings rather than polished finishes, but the owner addresses maintenance issues quickly. Therooftop terrace is a genuine highlight. Views sweep across Kobe harbor and on summer nights you can watch the Minato Kobe fireworks from up there. No food service is provided. Residents cook using shared kitchen facilities. Dietary options not confirmed.
Based on Google reviews
Dorm beds and private rooms available. Dorms from ~¥30,000/month. All utilities included. Short and long stays welcome.
Dormitory bed
1 person
Bed, utilities included
Private room
1 person
Private room, utilities included
Contract options
Short-term
Short stays accepted. Contact owner for rates.
Flexible
Long-term
Monthly stays. All utilities included. No separate utility contracts needed.
Monthly
Based on Google reviews
WiFi
Available throughout the building. Speed not confirmed.
Coin laundry
On-site coin laundry. Pay per use.
Rooftop terrace
Harbor views. Minato Kobe fireworks visible in summer.
Utilities included
Gas, water, electricity in rent. No separate contracts.
Air conditioning
AC mentioned in place topics.
Older building, no elevator confirmed. Steep uphill on Kitanozaka. LGBTQ-welcoming and transgender-safe space.
Based on Google reviews
Specific house rules not published online. The owner takes security seriously, noted positively by female residents. Coin laundry on-site, pay per use. Shared spaces cleaned periodically by a housekeeper.
Based on Google reviews
About half the residents are from outside Japan, giving the house a genuinely international atmosphere. The British owner communicates fluently in English and is known for responding quickly to questions or maintenance requests. The community tends toward a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. Residents can interact in both English and Japanese. The experience varies with whoever is living there at the time, which is typical of any share house, but reviewers consistently describe a friendly environment.
Resident Mix
Approximately 50% international, 50% Japanese. Mix of travelers, expats, and locals. English widely spoken. Owner is British.
Nearest station
Sannomiya Station (15 min walk)
Lines
See Google Maps
The nearest major station is Sannomiya Station(JR, Hankyu, Hanshin, and subway lines), approximately 15 minutes on foot up Kitanozaka hill. The climb is steep. Reviewers consistently note this, but also that the walk past the iconicKitano Ijinkan Starbucks and surrounding Western-style historic buildings makes it scenic. From Osaka, Sannomiya is about 20 minutes on the Hankyu Kobe Line or 30 minutes on JR (¥420–¥560). From Kobe Airport, take the Portliner to Sannomiya (18 minutes, ¥340).
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