Kobe Hankyu to host 7th Bread Festa featuring 30 bakeries

Kobe Hankyu will host the ‘7th Bread Festa’ from September 30 to October 5 at the main building's 9th-floor event space. The festival features approximately 30 popular bakeries from across Japan, with a strong focus on establishments from the Kansai region.

Several notable shops will make their debut at the event, including Bakery Vacance from Sannomiya, THE CITY DONUTS from Kitano, and Shio-ki, a salt bread specialist from Awajishima. Other participating vendors include Banh Mi Win from Osaka, 8·7 BAKE SHOP from Osaka, Kanomupan from Kanagawa, and KIYOKA MORIMOTO from Nagasaki.

Returning favorites and local specialties will also be available, such as Ashiya Agepan Pike and Sora, Anello Panini, THE BAKE, and dannapan. The event showcases a variety of products ranging from hard breads and croissants to specialty donuts, scones, and Italian-style paninis.