Himeji & Kobe Highlight Tour From Osaka
Joined 2022
Himeji Castle is known as a famous spot for the heron castle. The castle show a very beautiful and spectacular view in every season. I recommend to visit in spring or autumn. In addition, at Kobe Port, you can enjoy seaside walks such as BE KOBE Monument, and Port Tower.
Watch the townscape of Kobe City from Kobe Herb Garden.
For lunch, eat Kobe Beef at Kobe Beef Gallery
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hotel Lobby in Osaka
- I will hold a signboard your name with it.
Himeji Castle
Astonished by its beauty and the spectacular of the castle
Kobe Beef Gallery
Enjoy Kobe Beef!!!
Kobe Beef Hall is a facility where you can learn more about Kobe Beef. At booths where you can deepen your knowledge of Kobe beef. Also taste the meat that the chef grills on a griddle right in front of you.
Just a 2-minute walk from Shin-Kobe Station, the gateway to Kobe.
Kobe Herb Garden
A botanical garden representing Kobe.
Take a cable car ride to the top of the mountain. Watching Nunobiki Falls along the way. As you descend the mountain, many flowers and herbs are planted in themed areas. There is a restaurant and gift shop as well.
Meriken Park
Move to Meriken Park and take a photo in front of BE KOBE.
Go up to the Port Tower.
There is a UMIE shopping mall where you can enjoy cafes and shopping while looking out at the sea.
Ending Point
Hotel Lobby in Osaka
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Tour Guide Fee
Admission Fee For Himeji Castle (about 8 USD per person, for you and guide)
Public Transportation Cost (about 25 USD per person, for you and the guide)
Lunch (about 30 USD per person, for you)
Shopping
Food
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking and climbing up stairs, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is wheelchair accessible.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary
Important message from the supplier
◆IMPORTANT◆
・Despite my available dates may be blocked my schedule could be opened by adjusting the time. So, send me messages. I will try to fit your needs as I can.
・I also have another job to do, so if your desired schedule is more than a month ahead, I will adjust the schedule. So, please contact me if necessary.
Thank you for checking my booking condition!!
・It is welcome to customize your tour. Inquiry me!
・Preferably, all reservations must be completed 14 days in advance due to my research for spots and my schedule adjustments.
However, I can accept a request on the same day if it is urgent.
・I can also guide you in other areas such as Kyoto, Nara, Shiga, Wakayama, Mie, Kobe, Himeji, Shikoku Island, and Hiroshima. (I do not stay overnight in distant areas)
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 2022
About Tour Guide Hiroki D.
【CUSUTOMIZED TOUR IS WELCOMED】
Thank you for visiting my page.
I studied Tourism at a college in the US 15 years ago.
After studying tourism, I worked at a travel agency before setting up a personal tour guide.
My goal is tol create a tour that meets your needs. I promise that I will aim to make you satisfied with tours that major travel agencies cannot imitate.
I speak multiple languages Japanese, English, and Chinese (still studying).
Reviews
Steve K.
“A GREAT GUIDE, knowledgeable, nice and wants to make sure you're enjoying your tour!”
We traveled around Osaka, Kyoto and went to parts of Nara and Kobe with Hiroki. Hiroki planned out a remarkable 4 day tour. First 2 days we spent in Osaka. Went to Osaka Castle, visited some shrines and temples, along with hitting major spots like Dotonburi and Shinsaibashi. Hiroki is very knowledgeable and provided many details and facts about everywhere we went. And when we asked questions about things he didn't know, he was quick to look it up and answer those questions as well. Our visit to Kyoto was fabulous. We asked to be in Kyoto at night as we wanted to see it both during the day and in the evening. This wasn't a problem and Hiroki adjusted our schedule so we could see Kyoto both ways. We went to Arashiyama, what a beautiful place! Visited the bamboo forest, monkey park and kimono forest (like downtown Arashiyama). The Kinkaku-ji Golden Temple and the Fushimi Inari Tori Gates are amazing sites not to be overlooked. We walked through some beautiful places in the evening. Gion and Kiyomizu are gorgeous at night. Gives you a different perspective or an older traditional look at Japan. There is so much Kyoto has to offer. Our visits to Nara and Kobe were short and specific. We wanted to see the deer park in Nara. The bowing deer are nostalgic for me. We used to have a Japanese Deer Park here in California a long time ago. Although I don't remember the deer nipping to get food, it was still a lot of fun to feed them. We also visited Todai-Ji where there is a huge bronze buddah. It is enormous! Our visit to Kobe was really to try real Kobe Beef. Hiroki found a place which had the history, kind of like a mini museum and teppan restaurant. Let me say one thing, It takes a lot of planning to make all these things happen in such a limited time. There is no way we could have planned, navigated and done half of these things without Hiroki's help. Our trip to Osaka was filled with wonderful memories and no stress! A big big THANK YOU Hiroki! Forever Grateful!
Hiroki D.
Thank you, Steve. Your feedback overrated me, but I am very pleased to make your tour special. It is very fun to work on your itinerary because you are too nice person for me. How was your stay in Korea? Did you come back to the US already? Thank you for the plenty of snacks and some gratuity. I hope everything will go well for you. Do not forget the tour to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe!! Thank you very much. Hiroki
Arlene N.
“Himeji Castle and Kobe ”
We had a fantastic day tour with Hiroki. He took special care of my sister, who walks with a cane, and accommodated all our requests in customizing this tour for 2 senior women. We started out with a bullet train ride to Himeji Castle and gardens- what a beautiful castle. Then we had a fun afternoon in Kobe- visited the AtoA aquarium and the chocolate museum. Both these sites will also be very popular to see if you’re traveling with children. Hiroki planned this tour beautifully and we highly recommend it. We can’t wait to come back with the grandchildren.
Hiroki D.
Dear Arlene, Thank you for your caring comments. I enjoyed spending time with you two very much. I am looking forward to seeing you in Japan again. Take care. Thank you very much. Hiroki
Lindsey C.
“Amazing Kyoto tour with Hiroki! ”
My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful experience taking a guided tour with Hiroki in January 2024, and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Hiroki is an incredibly kind, diligent and hospitable guide. His meticulous planning and dedication to the highest standards ensured that every aspect of our tour was seamless and memorable. Hiroki curated a thoughtful itinerary and we were amazed at how much we were able to experience in just one day. His deep knowledge and engaging explanations brought Kyoto’s history and cultural significance to life, giving us a deeper appreciation for everything we saw. What truly sets Hiroki apart is his genuine care for his guests and his ability to tailor the tour to create an unforgettable experience. Thanks to his expertise and attention to detail, we not only explored incredible locations but also gained meaningful insights that enriched the rest of our time in Japan. We are so grateful for Hiroki’s guidance and generosity, and we wholeheartedly recommend his tour to anyone visiting Kyoto or Osaka. Thank you, Hiroki, for making our trip so special—you’ve given us memories to treasure forever!
Hiroki D.
Thank you, John and Lindsey. What an overrated me!! I just did my job right. I wanted you to have amazing experiences during my tour. I am very honored to meet you guys. because you try to understand our culture and enjoy spending time in Japan very much. Please come back to Japan anytime. Enjoy the rest of your holiday. Thank you, Hiroki
$193/ per group
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