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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: 283 USD
Rating: 5.0 (67 reviews)

Day Trip

Joined 2017

Masahisa M.

5.00 / 5

(67 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

(67 reviews)

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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 9,513 guests all over the world across Japan as of March 31, 2026 since Feb 2015.

Reviews

Sam F.

5 / 5

Apr 4, 2026

Exploring Kyoto in Rakusai (West) and Rakuchu (Central)

Apr 4, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours 30 mins

“Wonderful day in Kyoto with Masahita”

Masahita knows the history and cultural significance of the shrines, temples, and important sites in Kyoto. We enjoyed spending the day with him. Masahita is a true Japanese gentleman who looks out for his guests and goes the extra mile to take care of their needs. He walks at a brisk pace and keeps his group on task so that you can cover a lot of ground in a single day. He explained so much about the Japanese religious customs. He also prepared a dossier for us with very helpful recommendations for our free day in Kyoto. I highly recommend Masahita.

Masahisa M.

Sam Thank you for traveling such a long distance with your wife and sons to visit us on your family trip. Kyoto, the ancient capital, now has only a few places left where one can still sense the serene and austerely elegant atmosphere of the old court culture. I would be delighted if you were able to feel even a small part of Kyoto’s timeless charm. I understand that you will continue your journey with your wife to various regions of Japan on and on. I sincerely hope your travels will be filled with wonderful memories, and I pray for your safe return home. Thanks Masahisa

Aerdevacanta A.

5 / 5

Mar 30, 2026

Evening Tour in Kyoto’s Rakutō （East）　District

Mar 30, 2026

Kyoto

6 hours 30 mins

Customized

“Amazing trip!”

We also visited Kyoto with Mr. Masahisa and, once again, we were very impressed. Managing a group of 20 people from a cruise ship can be challenging, but he made it look easy. He tailored the itinerary perfectly to our interests and ensured everything ran smoothly. He is very professional and has a great way of explaining the local culture. We highly recommend him if you are planning a trip to Kyoto!

Masahisa M.

Andra I hope everyone returned home safely. Thank you for traveling all the way to Japan. I truly appreciated your cooperation and smooth coordination throughout the tour. I only wish I could have shown everyone the cherry blossoms in full bloom, but I hope the group still enjoyed their time in Japan. If there is anything I can assist you with in the future, please feel free to let me know. Thanks again for your hard work in taking care of the 20 guests throughout the tour. Thanks Masahisa

Aerdevacanta A.

5 / 5

Mar 30, 2026

Exploring Osaka

Mar 30, 2026

Osaka

7 hours

Customized

“Amazing experience in Osaka!”

We had a wonderful day in Osaka! We were a group of 20 people visiting from a cruise ship, and Mr. Masahisa managed everything perfectly. He tailored the itinerary exactly to our needs and made sure everyone was happy and comfortable. He is very knowledgeable and kind. If you're visiting Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara, we highly recommend him. Thank you, Masahisa!

Masahisa M.

Andra Thank you for all your hard work in coordinating the tour for 20 guests. For the next opportunity, how about adding to your travel lineup some tours to regions that offer a different charm from Kyoto or Osaka — places where the traditional, idyllic / untouched landscapes of Japan still remain, such as Hokkaido, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Kiso–Magome, or Shirakawa-go? I sincerely appreciate your choosing Kyoto and Osaka from among the many tourist destinations around the world for this trip. Thanks Masahisa