10 Tours in Kobe That You Shouldn't Miss

May 19, 2021 Concepcion Newsome

Famous for its luscious beef and crisp, pure sake, the Japanese port of Kobe is a thriving metropolitan city with an international feel. The sake-brewing season runs from October through April, and that's the best time to take a tour of a kura (the Japanese word for brewery). Visit the Hakutsure Sake Brewery Museum year-round. Naturally, the nightlife here is prime perfection.
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1. Private Tour - A Healing Journey Filled with History and Culture in Arima

Sannomiya Station, 4丁目-1-1番-1 Nunobikichō, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 651-0097, Japan otomo travel
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Arima Onsen (hot spring) is famous as the oldest hot spring resort in Japan. The high quality of the spring water still attracts people, and many tourists from Japan and abroad come to spend a relaxing time in the old-fashioned streets. In this tour, you can experience the deeper Arima culture by strolling around the hot spring town. There are two main types of onsen sources in Arima Onsen: the reddish-brown "Kinsen" (Gold hot spring) and the carbonated "Ginsen" (silver hot spring). It is said to be very rare to find two hot springs with completely different ingredients gushing out in the same area. At some of the spots, you can see the source gushing out, touch it, and drink it. We will introduce you to the mechanism of the source, and visit stores that sell Japan's first cider, which developed from carbonated water, and specialty rice crackers, to show you all the charm of Arima Onsen. Join this tour of the highlights of Arima Onsen and experience Japan's hot spring culture!

Inclusions: Private Tour, Tour Guide, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

Reviewed By muhammadkamranalinak

Very good ???? experience I really enjoyed it fully fantastic I never forget it weather no pollution everything is perfect and appreciated.

2. Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kobe City

Sannomiya Station, 4丁目-1-1番-1 Nunobikichō, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 651-0097, Japan Guicéna
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In the north, the mountain. In the south, the sea... In the middle, you! Visiting this so beautiful city. We will discover together Kobe, from the north to the south. History, fashion and modernity are melting in this so picturesque city.

Inclusions: Guide fee

Exclusions: Lunch, Transportation , Kobe Ijinkan Museum entrance fee: 500JPY/people

Reviewed By Trail71720

Mouloud is an amazing guide. He is punctual, friendly and very knowledgeable. Since my husband and I speak very little Japanese we were grateful to have him around.

3. 1-Day Kobe Highlights Tour including Sake Tasting

Shin-Kobe Station, 1-chōme-3-1 Kanōchō, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0001, Japan OMAKASE
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Enjoy a leisurely 7-hour tour of Kobe, a port town that developed and flourished after Japan opened its ports to the world in the mid 19th century with a local guide. From the north in nature rich Mt. Rokko, downtown Kobe City in the south where you can enjoy shopping and gourmet, and Japan's leading sake breweries in the eastern Kashiwa sake district, enjoy a varied atmosphere in this coastal city. This tour covers all the best Kobe has to offer. We also offer pick-up and drop-off at Kobe Port making this a convenient day trip for those visiting Kobe on cruise ships such as the “Diamond Princess” or the “Celebrity Millennium”.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, English Guide, Round-trip ropeway, Taxi(From Shin-Kobe station to Sannomiya station), Sake Tasting, Hotel pick up & drop off, Train ticket(Sannomiya station → Sumiyoshi station)

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By lenorer9950

Tomomi, our tour guide was so well informed. Plus gave us great tips on other things to do & places to visit - great bonus!

4. Kobe Animal Kingdom Admission Ticket

Kobe Animal Kingdom
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A zoo in Kobe where you can see many types of animals and a giant flower garden inside of a greenhouse. Open from 10:00a.m

Inclusions: Admission ticket

Exclusions: Lunch, Shop, Animal Feed Fee

Reviewed By Jessica K

Really fun experience, much better than we expected. We needed something fun for our son who has been a trooper the past few days. This was really great. There are a few animals who look a bit lonely, but overall they're very well cared for and the interaction is limited and animals always have opt out spaces. Generally they're just happy and fat. Capybara are surprisingly affectionate, BTW. The most annoying part was finding the right train station. But once you're on it its easy and fast.

5. Kobe Half Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private ★★★★★

Kobe, Hyogo, Japan City Unscripted Kobe
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Discovering a new city, especially one like beautiful Kobe, is exciting but it's even more fun when you get to do it with a friend by your side. That is exactly what it will feel like as you explore Kobe with one of our hosts from the area. Visit Ikuta Shrine, one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, or amble up Mt. Rokko. You could also venture beyond Mount Rokko to the outdoor hot springs of Arima Onsen. Kobe is a hive of activity, from fine dining to downtown shopping, animal petting, so get ready for an adventure. adventure awaits. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized experience, 4 hours with a host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs , Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By jhwwre

Booked this months ago with high expectations. Waited at the meeting point for 25 minutes and the guide never showed. Called and emailed the tour operator with no response. Stay away!

6. Private Kobe Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized ★★★★★

Kobe, Hyogo, Japan City Unscripted Kobe
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Family fun awaits you in Kobe, you just need to know where to look. You'll join one of our friendly hosts who will plan your family’s day in the city so you can get down to having fun! Think neon lights, arcade games, cable cars and exotic animals. Ride a cable car up Mount Rokko, venture to the delightful Arima Onsen hot springs or visit the Oji Zoo or Sega game arcade at Umie. When tummies start to rumble why not trade in the traditional restaurants for an "owl café" where real owls sit on perches. Adventure awaits! Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: A private and personalized experience , 5 hours with a host , Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks , Tickets to any attractions , Transportation costs , Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By Lillian C

the highlight of the tour, we spent 4 full days with our well travelled, guide, Ken san, no nonsense , precise, after intensive Kyoto, the parks, the shrines, the food, Kobe was a lovely change, i recommend the beef houses there, kobe beef, you can google it online

7. Kobe Full-Day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide

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"This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kobe! Perched on a hillside sloping down to the sea, Kobe is one of Japan's most attractive and cosmopolitan cities. Compact and designed for walking, it is easily visited as a day trip from Osaka or Kyoto. Immerse yourself in the city's distinct atmosphere and dining options! Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history."

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Lunch - Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Entrance fee (for yourself), Private Vehicle, Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide)

Reviewed By Cwshaman

The flexibility to chose locations that suited our wants and abilities was great. Hiro San was very quick to put together an itinerary that accommodated a family with a stroller-baby (no monkey park due to long unpacked walking paths). Taking in the beautiful temples and view of the Kyoto from the west was breath taking and the guide was able to explain many things we as new Japanese learners could not read or know through cultural knowledge. Overall a great experience, a wonderful and lively guide, and some great memories.

8. Kobe Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized ★★★★★

Kobe, Hyogo, Japan City Unscripted Kobe
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You are in for a treat as you follow one of our friendly hosts around Kobe, discovering its staggering food scene- thing fresh produce markets, street food, sushi bars, and authentic restaurants. Sink your teeth into the finest marbled beef, sip sublime cocktails in front of a fireplace at a trendy bar and taste sake from local breweries. While you're at it, wander through Kuromon Ichiba Market, where vendors sell street food, shellfish and the freshest produce in town- just save space for dessert because Kobe is home to dozens of bakeries. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized experience, 4 hours with a host, 6-8 food tastings selected by your host, based on your preferences, 1 beer and 1 cup of sake or 2 soft drinks, Tastings of unique Japanese soft drinks from street side vending machines or convenience stores, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks other than the ones included in the experience, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By Lillian C

the highlight of the tour, we spent 4 full days with our well travelled, guide, Ken san, no nonsense , precise, after intensive Kyoto, the parks, the shrines, the food, Kobe was a lovely change, i recommend the beef houses there, kobe beef, you can google it online

9. Private Kobe Custom One Day Tour by Chartered Vehicle

Beauty of Japan

Kobe is the capital of Hyogo Prefecture and one of Japan's ten largest cities. Kobe has been an important port city for many centuries. Its port was among the first to be opened to foreign trade in the 19th century alongside the ports of Yokohama, Nagasaki, Hakodate and Niigata.

Inclusions: Local guide (if option selected), Driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Glenn B

We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour

10. Private Tour: Visit Nada Sake Brewery from Kobe

Beauty of Japan

Book this private tour and visit the famous sake brewery Nada Sake to learn A to Z about sake! In addition to the brewery, you will also visit brewer's rice farm, sake barrel artisan for "Komo" Barrels for sake, and the Japanese-style sake storehouse. Learn the best way to appreciate the sophisticated taste of sake from your local guide and enjoy sake tasting. This tour also includes the service of making a reservation for one of the most popular local restaurants for you to enjoy the local food by the end of the tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup (in Chuo-ward of Kobe), Chartered vehicle, Private guide, Special souvenir, Sake tasting at the brewery (minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years), Restaurant reservation service

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By Glenn B

We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour

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