N estled between the shimmering waters of Osaka Bay and the imposing beauty of the Rokko Mountain, Kobe perfectly blends modern sophistication and traditional charm. This one-day Kobe itinerary ...

The former walk-on, who played for Kobe Bryant with the Mamba Academy, soaked in the moment with her jubilant teammates. The timing, she said, felt like a sign. “I look at it as like a gift from ...