Kawasaki Good Times World

Kawasaki Good Times World, located in the same building as the Kobe Maritime Museum in scenic Meriken Park, offers an immersive journey into Japan’s world-class engineering legacy. Operated by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, the museum celebrates over a century of innovation across land, sea, and air transport. Visitors are welcomed by full-size exhibits of Kawasaki’s iconic creations—bullet trains, commercial jets, helicopters, and high-performance motorcycles—all dramatically displayed. Interactive simulators allow you to test your skills as a pilot, train conductor, or motorcycle rider, making it a hands-on experience ideal for curious minds of all ages.

Beyond its large-scale vehicles, the museum explores Kawasaki’s contributions to space exploration, shipbuilding, robotics, and energy solutions. The displays are both entertaining and educational, with multilingual explanations and engaging visuals that showcase the company’s global influence on modern industry. Children can enjoy play areas and science-based exhibits, while adults can admire the craftsmanship and technical evolution of each machine. With its lively, futuristic atmosphere and prime waterfront location, Kawasaki Good Times World adds an unexpected thrill to any cultural itinerary.