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Himeji Castle, The Set of The Last Samurai or Engyoji Temple

Kobe
9 hours 30 min

In 1993, Himeji Castle was designated as the first World Cultural Heritage site in Japan. Because of its striking beauty and elegance, it is popularly known as the "White Egret castle", but in fact it was an impregnable fortress. Next, I would like to introduce you Engyoji Temple, where the movie "Last Samurai" starring Tom Cruise and Ken Watanabe was shot. The temple is located about 6 kilometers northwest from the Castle. We can take a bus and a ropeway from Himeji station to the Temple.

FROM$260/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.57 / 5
(166 reviews)

KOBE: Arima Onsen, Rokko Ropeway, and Sake Tasting

Kobe
8 hours

You can enjoy the Arima Hot Spring resorts, Mt.Rokko, and Sake Tasting. Arima onsen is one of the three oldest hot-spring resorts in Japan. In the 16th century, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the warlord who unified Japan for the first time in 1590. We take cable car to the Rokko Garden Terrace, where you can command a panoramic view of Kobe. Then we go to Arima Onsen by opeway. Of course you enjoy having public Onsen, and Hotel onsen you can feel relaxation for about 2,000JPY/person.

FROM$233/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.57 / 5
(166 reviews)

Hiroshima One-Day Tour from Kyoto

Kobe
9 hours 30 min

Itsukusima Shrine, floating shrine in the sea will attract you. At this district, the difference between high tide and low time is 3-4 meters, and the you can walk to the Large size Torii in the Sea Hiiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome, and Atomic bomb Museum will remind you why the World Peace is important for Human-being.

FROM$342/ per group
Eric T.
4.88 / 5
(48 reviews)

KOBE BEEF tour ver.①

Kobe
5 hours 30 min

When you come to Japan, it's all about Kobe beef! That's why I created a Kobe Beef Tour for you.The moment you taste Kobe beef, its deliciousness will melt in your mouth. The destinations for Kobe Beef Tour Version 1 are Kobe Harborland, Chinatown, and a Kobe beef restaurant. At Kobe Harborland, you can visit the world-famous Ghibli store, enjoy a matcha latte, and capture some beautiful photos at the picturesque seaside spot. In Chinatown, you will feel like you are in China.

FROM$0/ per group
Natsuko I.
5.00 / 5
(8 reviews)

KOBE local tour

Kobe
4 hours 30 min

Our tour will take you on a delightful exploration of Kobe's North Hill district, known for its charming foreign residences and rich historical background. As we stroll through the streets, you will be captivated by the unique blend of international influences and local culture. Join me on this unforgettable journey to discover the hidden gems of Kobe's North Hill.

FROM$0/ per group
Natsuko I.
5.00 / 5
(8 reviews)

Kobe One-Day Tour

Kobe
8 hours

Kobe is blessed with rich nature, surrounded both sea and mountains. And a result of it's unique history, Kobe has the charm of a blend of Japanese and Western culture. By joining this tour you will discover the multifaceted charm of Kobe!

FROM$219/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)

Romantic Kobe

Kobe
8 hours

Kobe is famous for a port which was opened to foreign trade in the second half of the 19th century for the first time after long isolation policy in the past. That means Kobe is rich in an air of exotic compared to other cities in Japan. I'd like you to enjoy Kobe with a little bit different atmosphere.

FROM$174/ per group
Keiji M.
4.44 / 5
(16 reviews)

Kobe : Hyogo Golden Route (one of five tours)

Kobe
9 hours

Hyogo prefecture is about 150km long in north-south direction. There are many sight seeing spots, not only Kobe, Himeji but also Izush-Toyooka, Tanba-Sasayama Awaji island. So Hyogo government decleared "Hyogo Golden Route" as recommended tours. I would like to guide those areas where tourists do not know well. Each area is one day tour. You can have a different experience from Kyoto or Osaka.

FROM$239/ per group
Yoshiharu K.
4.72 / 5
(43 reviews)

Kobe Day Trip Tours

KOBE Golden Tour

Kobe
8 hours

Kobe is one of the two largest ports in Japan. The city is well sheltered by a range of hills, with a population of about 1.5 million ranking it the 8th largest city in the nation. I can take you to Kitano Ijinkan (Foreigners' residential area), Meriken Park, Cinese market and Kobe Port Cruising. Kobe is very famous for Kobe beef, so if you want, I can take you to Kobe beef restaurant. Basically we use city loop bus for about 1,000JPY/person and your entrance fee is about 1,000JPY/person.

FROM$233/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.57 / 5
(166 reviews)

Kobe Arima Rokko One-day Tour

Kobe
8 hours

This tour is designed for those who would like to enjoy a variety of experiences in Kobe in a single day. The tour includes a visit to Ijinkan Town ( a former foreign residence area ) in Kobe, hot spring bathing in Arima Onsen, an aerial cableway riding from Arima to Rokko and taking in a splendid view of Osaka Bay from the top of Mt. Rokko.

FROM$274/ per group
Yoshihisa T.
4.97 / 5
(209 reviews)

Exploring Kobe, Hyogo

Kobe
9 hours

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.

FROM$244/ per group
Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(41 reviews)

Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kobe City

Kobe
8 hours

In the north, the mountain. In the south, the sea... In the middle, you! Visiting this so beautiful city. We will explore Kobe from all its points of view.

FROM$260/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.73 / 5
(11 reviews)

NARUTO WHIRLPOOL and OTSUKA MUSEUM of ART

Kobe
10 hours

I guarantee you enjoy the nature and artworks. Naruto whirlpool is one of the three major whirlpools in the world. Please take a look at my blog "NARUTO WHIRLPOOL with VIDEO" In Otsuka Museum of Art, you can see ceramic reproductions of famous artworks. The most magnificent one is Sistine Hall in Vatican with "The Last Judgement" by Michelangelo. All the paintings are reproduced porcelain panel paintings in the original size and space. Don't miss it!

FROM$233/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.57 / 5
(166 reviews)

Visite Guidée Privée d'une Journée de la Ville de Kobé

Kobe
8 hours

Au nord, la montagne. Au sud, la mer... Et au centre, vous ! En train de visiter cette bien belle ville. Nous allons explorer Kobé de long en large. C'est magnifique !

FROM$260/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.73 / 5
(11 reviews)

Reviews

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Amanda E.

5 / 5
Aug 30, 2024

Masako is outstanding!

We booked a two day tour of Tokyo with Masako and she is an excellent guide. Unfortunately I fell ill and missed the first afternoon and next day but my travel companion completed the whole tour with her and had an amazing time. Masako packed each day with a variety of adventures and really gave us our money’s worth. She is very knowledgeable and has excellent English skills. When I fell ill on the tour she was very concerned and readily offered to help me seek medical attention. We strongly recommend booking with Masako for her excellence in guiding, the high value of the experience for the reasonable cost, and her absolute kindness and desire to help you enjoy your visit.

Masako N.

Dear Mandy, Thank you very much for your kind comment. I really appreciate it. It was sad we were not able to fnish the tour together, but It happens especially in foreign countries with different environments and time difference. I was impressed you are warmhearted and considerate. And you are sensible even when you do not feel well. And also, I would like to thank your friend. I'm glad to hear she enjoyed the tour. Unluckily, a typhoon was coming on the two days. It was hot and humid with heavy rain sometimes. In addition, we walked around a lot. Even so, she was patient and cooperative. It helped me a lot to operate the tour. Please convey my gratitude to her. I really hope you recover soon and enjoy your cruise tour and sometime in the future, not- too-distant future, come back to Tokyo and tour together again. Best regards, Masako

Scott L.

1 / 5
Aug 30, 2024

Bad tour guide

Unprofessional behaviour

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Farid A.

5 / 5
Aug 30, 2024

Excellent experience!

Kanae is the best tour guide I have ever hired. She is very helpful, attentive to small details and reliable.

Scott L.

2 / 5
Aug 29, 2024

Very Unprofessional behaviour

I tour with Min for a few days and also booked other tour guides that were brilliant as i needed more help as it was my first time ever traveling alone and i was very valuable in Japan. I did tell Min about being depressed and stressed out before coming to Japan. Min is a very caring person and good at her job in lots of ways so it pain me to write this honest review But when touring with me it's like she completely switched her personality and forgot her job and min is not capable of understanding how to treat people equally or having any patience whatsoever. Min was very disrespectful and I regret ever trusting her and touring with her because lots of misleading behaviour that destroys my holiday and did not treat me like she was my tour guide one bit it felt like she was angry at times or bored it probably partly my fault as i am a very quiet person but she did not make much effort some days. After finish touring with Min I tour with another guide and noticed just how very unprofessional Min behaviour was towards me I honestly need to stand up for myself in the future.

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