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Exploring Kobe, Hyogo

Kobe Port Terminal, Kobe

Guests in s bus on the way to Kobe

Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Kobe

"MOSAIC", Kobe Harbor Land, Kobe city, Kobe

Looking Down over Kobe from Mt Rokko, Kobe

Ole Ole, we're the champ, Vissel Kobe from Italy

Kobe Port Tower, Kobe

"MOSAIC", Kobe Harbor Land, Kobe city, Kobe

Kobe Ijinkan, early foreign settlers' residences built in 19th century, Kobe

BBQ party at Mt Rokko Country House, Kobe

Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Kobe

China Town, San-No-Miya, Kobe

Kobe Port Terminal, Kobe

K.O.B.E, Harborland, Kobe city, Kobe

Exploring Kobe, Hyogo

Name: Kobe Guided Tours
Brand: GoWithGuide
Price: 277 USD
Rating: 5.0 (76 reviews)

Day Trip

Joined 2017

Masahisa M.

5.00 / 5

(76 reviews)

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Kobe

English

9 hours

Private tour (only you and Masahisa M.)

Up to 15 people

Kobe come to a vital life again from intense earthquake that hit on Jan 17, 1995. Kobe always creates us a resplendent, exotic mood that the cosmopolitan city has. The old foreign settlement where sophisticated modern architecture still remains upper town must be the reason to ferment that atmosphere and give the period of cosmopolitan flavor. At Meriken Wharf, you can hear the whistles of ships and touch cultural history in this city.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Kyoto, Nara or Kobe)

09:00 AM

To meet you at your hotel lobby, with Gowithguide welcome sign board your name on. Followed after brief tour orientation, we start the tour of the day

We take you to Osaka METRO station or JR, private railway station whichever closer to your hotel. If you stay in Kobe, we can save 45 min travel by train to JR or Hankyuu-San No Miya station. We pop in City Loop bus that leads us to England House, Youkan-Nagaya (French) House and Ben's House on Kitano Ijinkan Street.

11:00 AM

Kitano Ijinkan Street

12:00 PM

Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden

We take City Loop bus again at Kitano-Ijinkan bus stop, and get off next bus stop, Kobe Nunobiki-Herb Garden station. We take a ropeway to lead us to Nunobiki-Herb garden. (10 min ropeway ride).

02:00 PM

Nankin-machi (China Town)

We take City Loop bus again. 10 min walk from Hankyuu or JR San No Miya station to Nankin-machi (China Town)

04:30 PM

Meriken Park and Kobe Harbor-Lad Umie (Shopping and Food Court)

06:00 PM

End of this day tour at your hotel in Osaka. If you stay in Kobe, we arrive earlier. If you stay in Kyoto, Osaka or Nara, we arrive later

Ending Point

At your hotel in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Kyoto, Nara or Kobe)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Included:

*Guide fee, hotel pick-up fee in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Kyoto, Nara or Kobe)

*Travel expense as required for the guide to travel with customers by means of public transportation such as train, subway, bus.

Travel expenses for the guide included herein are limited within Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto or Kobe)

*Admission fees, tickets for the guide as might be incurred at Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, temples, shrines or the like.

*Meals , drinks or the like for the guide during the tour

*Any tax or the like as might be incurred by the guide in Japan

*Gratuity

What‘s not included

Not included:

*Fees to cruise river or sea or the like for the guide

*Tickets for Universal Studio Japan, museum or the like for the guide as might be required at private or public entertainment facilities.

Tour Important Information

Visit the old foreign settlement and you can understand why Kobe is called cosmopolitan city. At Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, here for sure, you will find best places for romantic chats in ropeway cabin or walks whichever you prefer and spend unforgettable time with full of 75,000 herb flowers.

Nankin-machi (China town) is always full of gourmet people. Kobe beef is also on the menu even at a hole in the wall restaurant, never let them down.

At Meriken Park, some attractions are romantic cruises that last 60 minutes. You can also admire beautiful panorama view of Kobe harbor from Kobe Port Tower or restaurant, art craft shop complex named Umie MOSAIC. Breath-taking sunset view is what makes this place so romantic

City loop bus runs every 10 to 15 min and takes you right on the spot. A one-day pass is advantageous, on sale in City Bus, at the Kobe Information Center (Sannomiya), Tourist Information Offices (JR Shin Kobe bullet train station)

- IMPORTANT -

Be quiet and respectful in Temples and Shrines complex

Remove hats and sunglasses in front of main sanctuary in Temples, Shrines.

Not to touch old buildings, old remains and objects

Not to take pictures where prohibited in Temples and Shrines complex

Take your shoes off before stepping on tatami

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2017

Masahisa M.

5.00 / 5

(76 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Masahisa M.

Lived in Chicago (5 years), Toronto (1 year), Singapore (2 years), Indonesia (4 years) and Birmingham, UK (11 years) to construct business platform, now retired after 40

years employment in Japan. Dynamic tour guide who develops many different ways along with rich experience overseas to entertain large or small tour groups. Enjoys the interaction with tour groups, very strong group presentation and communication skills, finds each guest question as an opportunity to learn anything new. Constantly learning information about each tour spot to enhance tours. Guided 9,581 guests all over the world across Japan as of June 30, 2026 since Feb 2015.

Reviews

Federico F.

5 / 5

Jun 26, 2026

Exploring Kyoto in Rakutou (East) and Rakuchu (Central)

Jun 26, 2026

Kyoto

9 hours

“Wonderful and packed with experiences.”

Masahisa was an extremely professional guide who provided us with all the information we needed about the various places we visited. We had a great time, and even though the itinerary was quite full, the day passed pleasantly, including for our two teenagers, aged 14 and 16. Masahisa was also very friendly and personable, which made the tour even more enjoyable. In addition, he provided us with plenty of useful information and suggestions in advance, which helped us organize the rest of our trip more effectively. Highly recommended!

Masahisa M.

Federico It was a great pleasure guiding your family in Kyoto, and I am truly grateful that you chose to visit our ancient capital during your journey from Rome. I hope the time we spent together offered even a small glimpse into the court culture that once flourished in Kyoto. I also enjoyed meeting your wonderful children. Please give them my warm regards. One day, I hope to visit Sicily—the only region of Italy I missed to visit by this time. Wishing you and your family all the best. Warm regards Masahisa

Ena S.

5 / 5

Jun 19, 2026

Exploring Nara, Nara Pref

Jun 19, 2026

Nara

8 hours

“Wonderful!!”

From the very beginning of the process Masahisa was very generous with his time, providing plethora of practical information & advise ( not only for our tour with him, but for our overall stay in Japan). His organizational skills, punctuality & professionalism made our tour very efficient. His sense of humor, in depth knowledge of history & tons of interesting & unusual facts made a big difference in how we spent the day. Small gestures of generosity (one of them, getting deer treats in advance) were very touching. Thank you very much & hope to use your services again!!

Masahisa M.

Ena I hope the long walk through Nara Park was not too tiring for you. It was wonderful to welcome you back to Nara after 11 years. I would be delighted to hear how the city felt on your second visit. I sincerely hope that the rest of your trip in Japan will be memorable and that you both return home safely. Thank you again for visiting us from afar all the way. Thanks Masahisa

Nino T.

5 / 5

May 29, 2026

Exploring Osaka

May 29, 2026

Osaka

9 hours

“Exploring Osaka”

We booked Mike for Osaka tour after we had an amazing tour a few days earlier in Kyoto. Once again very thoughtful itinerary was planned for us to take into the the Museum, Tenjin Shopping Street, Kiromon Market Dotonbori street for lunch. A highlight was Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and a delightful tram ride. Another memorable day with Mike exploring Osaka.

Masahisa M.

Nino Thank you so much for traveling such a long way to visit Japan. I feel honored to have guided you in Kyoto and Osaka, and I’m very happy to know the tours added something meaningful to your trip. Please take home many wonderful memories, and I hope our paths cross again someday. Thanks Masahisa