About
Theme:
Chic & Elegant
Inspired by the traditions born in Paris, Kobe White Dinner has been a cherished autumn tradition in Kobe since 2014.
In a specially curated outdoor setting within the city, guests dressed in pure white gather to bring their own cuisine, drinks, and decor, personally styling their own tables.
While live music and DJ performances grace the beautifully coordinated all-white areas, the true stars of the evening are the participants themselves.
A one-night-only outdoor dining event—celebrating mutual creativity, unity, and comfort—returns to the city again this year.
Participation Rules
To ensure a beautiful and memorable dinner experience,
please review the following rules before attending.
Dress Code
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The dress code is all white.
Please attend in a fully white outfit in keeping with the event’s theme of Chic & Elegant.
※ Cosplay, including anime costumes, is not permitted.
※ White denim and white sneakers are allowed.
Group Size
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Participation is limited to groups of two or more.
Groups with an odd number of participants are also welcome, as long as the total is two or more.
Tables, Chairs & Decorations
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All tables, chairs, and decorations must be provided by the participants themselves.
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Please prepare a white tablecloth for your table.
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Table Size Guidelines (W×D×H)
For 2 people: Up to 90×80×80cm
For 4 people: Up to 180×80×80cm
※ For groups of 6 or more: Please add the table size allocation based on the 2-person standard for each additional 2 participants.
※ Please refrain from using decorations that exceed 160 cm in height.
※ Tables must be set up at the designated location provided at check-in on the day of the event.
※ All seating will follow a face-to-face arrangement.
※ Table, chair, and tablecloth rental services are available separately.
Food, Beverages & Tableware
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All food, beverages, tableware, and cutlery must be brought by participants.
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Please limit beverages to wine, champagne, or soft drinks.
※ Please refrain from using plastic or paper tableware.
※ Hard liquor such as whiskey and vodka, as well as beer, is not permitted. However, in accordance with the Kobe City Toasting Ordinance, sake from the Nada Gogo region is exempt from this rule.
※ Beverages in plastic bottles or cans must be poured into glasses before consumption.
Rental Items
Participants are expected to bring their own items, but tables, chairs, and tablecloths can be rented when purchasing tickets.
rental
Official Catering
Participants are expected to bring their own food. Catering is available via this button.
catering
Other Items to Bring
LED lanterns or similar lighting for use during the dinner
Flashlights for clean-up and departure after dark
Trash bags
All trash must be taken home with you
Warm clothing, raincoats, and umbrellas
Please prepare according to the weather forecast
Important Notices
In Case of Rain
Philosophy
Since 2014.
Started as a grassroots social experiment at the historic Weathercock House with only 30 participants.
Transforming public spaces into extraordinary escapes through fashion, music, and the art of dining.
This movement was born from a desire to "own the city"—creating a vibrant, soulful community with our own hands.
Since our first major gathering at Higashi Yuenchi in 2015, we have graced Kobe’s most iconic landmarks—from the harbor to the historic Kyu-Kyoryuchi. After a brief hiatus, 2024 marked our triumphant return to the lush greenery of Higashi Yuenchi, bringing our original vision to life.
Scenes from the 2014 Event
Scenes from the 2015 Event
Marking our 9th year, we gather at the historic heart of Kobe—the retro-chic Kyu-Kyoryuchi, adjacent to Daimaru Kobe.
Beyond the white dress code lies a profound respect for creativity in fashion, cuisine, and decor. Here, the true feast is the unity felt between kindred spirits who have crossed boundaries to join us.
The Kobe White Dinner Executive Committee presents: "Chic & Elegant."
Finding the maximum essence in the minimum. Our vision is not for opulence, but to create a stage where each guest shines. Together, let us cultivate a texture of sophistication that deepens with every passing year.
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