We support the Sustainable Development Goals（SDGs）.
Kobe Portopia Hotel Has Always Been, and Will Always Be, Kind to the Environment, Society, and People
Recognizing that the preservation of the global environment is one of humanity’s most critical shared challenges, Kobe Portopia Hotel is committed to corporate social responsibility and is implementing various initiatives to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals（SDGs）.
Under the slogan “A Hotel That Has Always Been, and Will Always Be, Kind to the Environment, Society, and People,” we will continue to carry out SDGs activities centered on our relationships with the “environment,” “society,” and “people.”
Portopia Hotel has received various certifications and accreditations
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Together with the Environment
～Initiatives to Reduce Food Waste～
・Implementation of mottECO
As part of our efforts to reduce food waste, we have introduced mottECO in our restaurants and banquet halls starting in October 2024.
【Participating Restaurants】
Shukei En, Tajima, SOCO, Ruban, Kyowada, Kobe Tamura, SAKU, La Belle Cour
※Buffet-style and all-you-can-eat options are excluded
For your safety, please ask a staff member which menu items are available for takeout
【Applicable Banquet Formats】Standing buffet or seated buffet
※If eligible menu items remain after the banquet, only the event organizer may take them home
【What is mottECO?】
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“mottECO” is an initiative to reduce food waste promoted by the Ministry of the Environment, encouraging customers to take home any uneaten food. If you find yourself unable to finish your meal after ordering, we will provide a special takeout box to customers who request one. |
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※A fee of 50 yen（tax included）per container will be charged
※Some stores and menu items are excluded from this service
※This service is not available during the summer months（June–September）
～Enriching PortIsland Through Beekeeping～
・Beekeeping
As part of our efforts to contribute to the conservation of local ecosystems, promote local production for local consumption, and foster food education, we have been maintaining a beekeeping operation on the hotel grounds since 2022.
Under the supervision of “Inada Bee Farm” in Kita Ward, Kobe, members of the hotel’s SDGs Promotion Committee take the lead in maintaining the hives and caring for the bees. The honey harvested is sold as “Portopia Pure Honey—Portopia Honey” and is also available at the hotel’s restaurants.
Promoting Resource Conservation and Recycling
～Working with Our Guests to Protect the Environment～
・Information on “Eco-Friendly Cleaning” for Guests Staying Multiple Nights
To help protect the global environment, we change sheets and towels for guests staying multiple nights only upon request. By reducing the energy used to launder linens and towels, we are working together with our guests to reduce CO2 emissions.
Please note that we also offer a “full cleaning” service upon request.
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Donations to the “Green Fund” We donate a portion of the accommodation fees paid by guests who stay with us through our “Eco-Friendly Multi-Night Stay Plan” to the “Green Fund,” which is operated by the Hyogo Prefecture Greening Promotion Association, a public interest incorporated association. In recognition of our contribution to promoting greening in Hyogo Prefecture, we have received letters of appreciation from the Governor of Hyogo Prefecture, who serves as the association’s chairman, and from the Forestry Agency. |
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・Eco-Friendly Amenities
We have introduced eco-friendly biomass amenities.
We offer toothbrushes and hairbrushes made with 35% powdered domestic bamboo. In addition to using materials that can be recycled repeatedly, we also use renewable plant-based materials for the packaging.
・Recycling of Used Cooking Oil
Used cooking oil from our kitchens is recycled into raw materials such as animal feed.
Approximately 18 tons（equivalent to about 1,800 18-liter cans）of used cooking oil are recycled annually into compound feed and industrial degreasing acid (a raw material used in soap, tires, and other products).
・Paper Recycling
We collect over 10 tons of paper waste annually—including magazines, newspapers, brochures, shredded paper, and cardboard—as recyclable resources.
Promoting Energy Conservation
・Introduction of a Cogeneration System
We have introduced a cogeneration system that generates electricity with lower CO2 emissions and utilizes the waste heat for hot water supply.
・Implementation of an Energy-Saving System for Guest Room Key Cards
The guest room key cards are designed to supply power only while the guest has the card inserted into the key slot at the door. This prevents electricity consumption from air conditioning operation when the room is unoccupied.
・Introduction of LED Lighting
We are promoting the conversion to LED lighting for the chandeliers in the lobby atrium, guest room lighting, and lighting in banquet halls and restaurants, striving to conserve energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
・Introduction of Food Waste Disposers
To reduce food waste, we have introduced “food waste disposers” that convert food waste into water before disposal, contributing to the reduction of CO2 emissions generated during incineration. On average, approximately 100 kg of food waste is converted into water and disposed of daily, accounting for 20% to 30% of the hotel’s total food waste.
Together with Society
～A Safe, Secure, and Sustainable Hotel～
From barrier-free guest rooms and facilities to rental items and dining options, we offer a variety of services to ensure all guests can relax and enjoy their stay with peace of mind.
・Hotel Neighborhood Cleanup Campaign
Twice a month, our employees conduct cleanup activities in the area surrounding the hotel.
Since the program began in 2004, more than 700 employees have participated annually. We will continue these cleanup efforts to ensure that residents of Port Island, as well as visitors traveling for leisure or business, can enjoy a pleasant stay. Moving forward, we will continue to engage in various initiatives with the goal of being a company cherished by the local community.
・Creating a Dining Experience Everyone Can Enjoy
～Dishes for People with Swallowing Difficulties～
Every year around Christmas, we host a dinner event for people with swallowing difficulties—who find it hard to swallow food and drinks—and their families.
With the help of experts, we design menus and serve dishes that have been specially prepared to be soft and easy to swallow.
・Certified as a “Hyogo Field Pavilion” SDGs Hands-On Regional Program
The cultural workshops, summer vacation experience classes, and day trips we organize have been certified as part of the “Hyogo Field Pavilion” SDGs experiential community program, which Hyogo Prefecture is launching in conjunction with the 2025 Osaka-Kansai World Expo.
Through these initiatives, we aim to share the charm of Hyogo and our SDGs efforts with domestic and international tourists, striving to be a sustainable hotel that walks hand in hand with the city of Kobe, its ocean, and its people.
・Local Produce Initiative and Promotion of “Sustainable Food”
We are committed to using locally sourced ingredients from Hyogo Prefecture and value our connections with producers. We actively incorporate “Sustainable Food” into our offerings, delivering delicious meals and exceptional service crafted with care to bring smiles and enriching experiences to our guests.
Together with others
・Participating in the “KOBE SDGs Inquiry Program”
The Kobe Portopia Hotel is participating in the “KOBE SDGs Inquiry Program” organized by the Kobe Tourism Bureau. Designed for educational institutions conducting field trips in Kobe, this program goes beyond simply teaching about SDGs; it introduces initiatives that connect to “inquiry-based learning,” “SDGs,” and “career education,” offering a program that students can apply to their future careers. The program includes a tour of the hotel and hands-on work experience, ensuring students can enjoy the activities.
※This is a paid program
［Inquiries］Kobe Tourism Bureau（Tel. 078-571-0120）
・Health Management Initiatives
We aim to be a “Healthy Company” where employees can work in a healthy and vibrant manner.
・Promoting Diversity and Women's Empowerment
Through the introduction of reduced-hour work schedules and childcare/caregiving leave programs, as well as the hiring of multinational staff, we aim to create new value by collaborating with foreign colleagues who bring diverse languages, backgrounds, and motivations to the workplace.