Living in Rokkomichi

A commuter and student hub within commuting distance of Kobe University's Rokkodai campus, with quite a few low-priced listings aimed at student demand. Hanshin and Hankyu stations are only an 8 to 9 minute walk away, so you can make flexible use of three lines, and it is clearly cheaper than central Kansai. However, the new rapid service passes this station by, so you need to check the rapid and local timetables.

This is a student and residential neighborhood in Nada Ward, near the JR Kobe Line and the Hanshin Line. Within commuting distance of Kobe University, there is a lot of demand for living alone, and with its friendly shopping streets and reasonable prices it is easy on students and young professionals. It lies at the foot of the mountains, so the hills toward the campus are steep, which is worth knowing. JR gives good access to Sannomiya and Osaka, so it suits students who want both a convenient commute and good value.