Private Tour
Kobe 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
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This value-packed trip with a government-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 four-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 National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kobe
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private Vehicle
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Mt. Rokko
Mount Rokko (六甲山, Rokkōsan, 931 meters) is the highest peak in the Rokko mountain range, which provides the pleasant green backdrop to the city of Kobe. Panoramic views of the heavily urbanized Hanshin region (Kobe and Osaka) can be enjoyed from the mountain and are particularly spectacular around sunset.
Shin-Kobe Trail
Shin-Kobe Ropeway (新神戸ロープウェー) is one of three services that lifts tourists up the southern slopes of the Rokko mountain chain. The ropeway departs from next to Shin-Kobe Station, Kobe's shinkansen station. As it ascends, it passes by the Nunobiki Waterfall and the Nunobiki Herb Garden, giving a nice aerial view of both. The highlight of the ride lies in the observation deck located just beside the top station, which offers spectacular views of Kobe and is a popular night view spot.
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Kobe 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pickup included
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Walking tour of Kobe
Linda H,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a wonderful time riding the ropeway to the top of the Mt. and walking through the garden. They had a fragrance room where you could sample so many different scents . After that we walked through the Kitano-ljikan district and visited the Weathercock and Moegi Houses homes of foreign merchants and diplomats. Our last stop was the Ikuta Shrine. Yama taught me the steps of the ritual of prayer at the temple and how one can pray for and show thankfulness for blessings I had a wonderful day and thank Yama for being an excellent guide and teaching me some of Japanese culture and history.
A great look at Kobe in a short time!
112irinit,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with our guide Norio, he made sure to take us to all the sights we wanted to see, the Akashi-Kaikyo bridge was a highlight!
Unfortunate that we could not understand a lot of what we were being told.
crawfori,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We thought Norio was very nice and enjoyed Kobe. I rated him only four stars as we were not able understand a lot of his english.
Great Visit in Kobe with Yama
Steven W,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yama was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable on the sites that we saw and he also told funny stories on some of the sites. His English is very good and we had a great time with him. He also recommended a Kobe beef restaurant which had incredible tasty beef.
Went to foreign houses and sake brewery. She also showed us how to ride public transportation, one of our requests.
sharonfB2457OY,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chiyuki was a wonderful guide. She was very knowledgeable and extremely well organized. She as a very kind persona and made sure we watched our steps when pavement was uneven or a step unexpected. She knew so much about the sake brewing processes and showed us the old tools used. She made sure we knew where the shuttle bus stop was located so we could get back to the ship. An excellent guide.
If Visiting Kobe Ask for Yama
Steve W,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Yama was excellent. Very knowledgeable on the sites and tells funny stories on some places. Highly recommend him if visiting Kobe. Even found us a restaurant to try some Kobe beef. It was incredible! There was lots of walking, but nothing too bad.
Great day in Kobe
GoPlaces26457040718,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Notio was very informative, patient, and responsive for our four person group from Colorado. Great job, Norio! Thanks for taking great care of us. CS
Andy is a great tour guide, informative, helpful, friendly, and spoke good English will use him again if in the area.
Donald H,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trip Advisor had accurate description great communication and easy to book and change reservation. I would this tour for visiting this area.
Thank you Norio-san♪
GrandTour04240294129,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Norio-san was interesting because he had a lot of related knowledge. The route was very appropriate. He was older than me, but he worked hard in the hot weather.
Kobe!!!
W5119JYmatthewc,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phenomenal half day tour in Kobe! The tour started with a rope way ascent to see Nunobiki Herb Garden atop a mountain. There were beautiful flower arrangements and shops to smell various herb products. Next we went to Chinatown (Nankinmachi) which was the best Chinatown I've ever visited (including SF and NY) to enjoy Kobe beef and xiao long boa (soup dumplings). Our tour guide, Yama was wonderful! He showed us all the sites and provided many historical facts and tourist tips! He was even so kind to allow us to postpone the trip by a day last minute due to rain. Yama ended the tour with a great explanation of a market beneath a department store and a quick shopping tour on our way back to the train station. Highly recommended this tour!
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