Kobe Private Tours with Locals: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted
Overview
It's impossible to see all Kobe's must-sees in a day! The important thing is that you get to experience the highlights that are unmissable to you so hand your bucket-list over to one of our hosts and get exploring! Whether you want to explore iconic monuments, check out the scenic gardens and beautiful waterfalls or sink your teeth into the famous Kobe beef- the choice is yours. From leisurely strolls along the Maiko Marine Promenade to hikes up Mount Rokko and food sampling in Kobe Motomachi- aka the street of shopping- 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.
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
- 8 hours with a host
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Kobe Harborland, 1Chome Higashi Kawasakicho, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0044 Hyogo Prefecture
Shopping and entertainment district between JR Kobe Station and the waterfront of Kobe’s port area. The district offers a large selection of shops and cafes; the perfect spot to start your jam-packed day with a typical Kobe’s breakfast.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kobe Chinatown Nankin-machi, 1-chōme-3-18 Sakaemachidōri, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0023, Japan
Developed by Chinese merchants who settled in Kobe in 1868, this is a popular and shopping and dining district. Packed with shops, restaurants and food stands, you can try popular street gourmet, such as steamed buns, ramen, tapioca drinks and various other Japanized-Chinese dishes.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park, 2-2 Hatobacho, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0042 Hyogo Prefecture
In this facility, you will learn about the real circumstances of the Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kitano Ijinkan-gai, 1 to 4 Chome, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0002 Hyogo Prefecture
When touring Kobe, visiting Kitano area, the old foreign settlement quarter, is a must. Its history dates back to the opening of Kobe Port (1868) to foreign trade. At the time foreigners could only live in designated areas where they could rent houses and in Kobe that area was Kitano. There are around 20 old Western-style buildings open to the public, seeing them all would be a daunting task, but your local host will hand-pick for you the most suggestive ones.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Ikuta Shrine, Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0011 Hyogo Prefecture
What better spot than to learn more about Japanese religion and cultural heritage than Ikuta shrine whose history stretches back more than 1800 years ago?
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, 1-4-3 Kitanocho, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0002 Hyogo Prefecture
Nunobiki Falls is considered one of the Three Greatest Divine Waterfalls in Japan, so it might be hard to believe that such a famous waterfall is only a 15-minute hike away from Shin-Kobe Station! Up the hill from this great waterfall is the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, with 200 species and 75, 000 seasonal flowers and herb plants bloom throughout the year!
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Mt. Rokko, Higashinada-ku, Kobe 658-0000 Hyogo Prefecture
Amble up (or take a cable car) to the top of Mount Rokko, where you can enjoy the so-called “10 Million-dollar” view above the city and Kobe Bay.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Kobe Harborland, 1Chome Higashi Kawasakicho, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0044 Hyogo Prefecture
Shopping and entertainment district between JR Kobe Station and the waterfront of Kobe’s port area. The district offers a large selection of shops and cafes; the perfect spot to start your jam-packed day with a typical Kobe’s breakfast.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kobe Chinatown Nankin-machi, 1-chōme-3-18 Sakaemachidōri, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0023, Japan
Developed by Chinese merchants who settled in Kobe in 1868, this is a popular and shopping and dining district. Packed with shops, restaurants and food stands, you can try popular street gourmet, such as steamed buns, ramen, tapioca drinks and various other Japanized-Chinese dishes.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park, 2-2 Hatobacho, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0042 Hyogo Prefecture
In this facility, you will learn about the real circumstances of the Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kitano Ijinkan-gai, 1 to 4 Chome, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0002 Hyogo Prefecture
When touring Kobe, visiting Kitano area, the old foreign settlement quarter, is a must. Its history dates back to the opening of Kobe Port (1868) to foreign trade. At the time foreigners could only live in designated areas where they could rent houses and in Kobe that area was Kitano. There are around 20 old Western-style buildings open to the public, seeing them all would be a daunting task, but your local host will hand-pick for you the most suggestive ones.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Ikuta Shrine, Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0011 Hyogo Prefecture
What better spot than to learn more about Japanese religion and cultural heritage than Ikuta shrine whose history stretches back more than 1800 years ago?
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, 1-4-3 Kitanocho, Chuo-Ku, Kobe 650-0002 Hyogo Prefecture
Nunobiki Falls is considered one of the Three Greatest Divine Waterfalls in Japan, so it might be hard to believe that such a famous waterfall is only a 15-minute hike away from Shin-Kobe Station! Up the hill from this great waterfall is the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, with 200 species and 75, 000 seasonal flowers and herb plants bloom throughout the year!
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Mt. Rokko, Higashinada-ku, Kobe 658-0000 Hyogo Prefecture
Amble up (or take a cable car) to the top of Mount Rokko, where you can enjoy the so-called “10 Million-dollar” view above the city and Kobe Bay.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- City Unscripted and all City Unscripted hosts follow the WHO (World Health Organization) and local government’s health and safety recommendations at all times. To keep up to date with the latest news we recommend visiting these World Health Organization (WHO) website pages.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Victor_D
April 2023
You get to experience the city with a local that provides a lot of special kowledge of the city. Our tour guide, Michelle, was excellent. She is very knowledgeable and know the city well.
You get to experience the city with a local that provides a lot of special kowledge of the city. Our tour guide, Michelle, was excellent. She is very knowledgeable and know the city well.Debbie_P
April 2023
Our guide Tiagar was full of great knowledge. Friendly and Funny. We tried best Kobe Beef meal. Highly recommend
Our guide Tiagar was full of great knowledge. Friendly and Funny. We tried best Kobe Beef meal. Highly recommend