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Enjoy a customizable private day tour to Kobe from Osaka with a professional English and Japanese-speaking driver. Discover the best of Kobe’s culture, cuisine, and natural scenery in total comfort with a flexible schedule and private luxury transportation.
Highlights
- Savor world-famous Kobe beef at a top-rated steakhouse (extra fee)
- Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from Mount Rokko
- Stroll through the serene Sorakuen Garden, a traditional Japanese landscape
- Explore the charming streets and Western-style houses of Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
- Discover the lively Kobe Harborland waterfront district
- Option to visit Arima Onsen, one of Japan’s oldest hot springs (extra fee)
Full Description
Welcome to Kobe—where tradition, nature, and modernity seamlessly coexist. This guided, private tour offers a flexible and immersive experience of the city’s iconic sights and hidden gems.
Begin your tour in the Kitano district, known for its beautifully preserved Western-style houses from the Meiji and Taisho eras. Enjoy a stroll through streets filled with cafes, boutiques, and historic residences that reflect Kobe’s international heritage.
Next, prepare for a culinary highlight as you sample the renowned Kobe beef, famous for its fine marbling and exquisite tenderness. Dine at one of the city’s best steakhouses (at your own expense), or explore alternative options like local gyoza or Shojin Ryori—a traditional vegetarian Buddhist cuisine.
After lunch, head to Mount Rokko for panoramic views of Kobe, Osaka Bay, and the surrounding countryside. The cool mountain air and spectacular vistas provide a refreshing escape.
If you wish to unwind further, opt for a visit to Arima Onsen, one of Japan’s most historic hot spring resorts (extra fee), or enjoy the serenity of Sorakuen Garden, a hidden oasis in the heart of Kobe.
End your tour at Kobe Harborland, where you can stroll along the waterfront promenade and enjoy the blend of historic port architecture with modern city life. The illuminated skyline and reflections on the water offer a perfect close to your day.
Itinerary
Pickup location: Osaka
- Port of Kobe – Sightseeing, photo stops, guided walk (2.5 hours)
- Kitano Ijinkan-Gai – Historical district, scenic walk (1 hour)
- Lunch (optional) – Kobe beef, gyoza, or vegetarian cuisine
- Arima Onsen (optional, extra fee) – Hot spring town visit (1 hour)
- Mount Rokko – Scenic views, walk, photo opportunities (1.5 hours)
- Kobe Harborland – Free time, sightseeing, waterfront stroll
Return to Osaka
Pricing
From ¥88,350 per group (up to 6 people)
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Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (within Osaka City)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English & Japanese-speaking driver
- Meet-and-greet service
- Parking fees
- 10-hour private charter service
Pickup Location
Anywhere within Osaka City
Reviews
“Driver and guide was Abad. It was an excellent trip overall and we liked it very much.”
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