Kobe Shimbun

Kobe Shimbun, a privately owned company headquartered in Japan, was founded in 1959, building upon the establishment of its newspaper in 1898. Operating with approximately 700 employees, it is categorized as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The company specializes in media and TV services, functioning as a regional newspaper and multimedia company serving Hyogo Prefecture, including the major port city of Kobe. The company has maintained continuous publication of its newspaper, even during the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake. As of 2026, it operates as a Regional Information Platform, integrating traditional print with high-speed digital news, AI-driven hyper-local reporting, and "Smart City" data services for the 5.4 million residents of Hyogo.