a port city in Japan on Osaka Bay in southern Honshu; was damaged by an earthquake in 1995
"Many tourists visited Kobe to see how the city rebuilt after being severely damaged by the 1995 earthquake."
The capital city of Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan.
"During his visit to Kobe, the traveler explored the historic port district and enjoyed fresh seafood at a local restaurant."
Exclaimed, while throwing something at a target, as a prediction or acknowledgement of accuracy.
"He shouted Kobe and tossed his dart directly into the bullseye."
The word comes from the Japanese name Kobe, which refers to a city on Japan's main island of Honshu. It entered English as a proper noun without changing its original meaning.