Kobe Tour Details
- Location
Kobe,Hyogo
- Duration
8 hours(approx.)
- Departure
Daily
- Tour Code
CBL00014
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.
This is an exclusive tour by our chartered vehicles. Using this service, you can charter your vehicle Limousine, Van, or Bus which is most suitable for your group and visit many attractive sightseeing spots. You don't have to hurry for any other tourist. This tour is only for your group!
Kobe Central Area for pick up
30 minutes by car
Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum
Hakutsuru is a major sake brewer in Kbe's Nada-gog district, which is considered a major center for sake brewing. The museum presents life-sized dolls that depict the process of sake brewing to preserve the old brewing process and demonstrate the procedure.
At the end, you have the option to sample some sake.
Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum
| Address | 4-5-5, Sumiyoshiminami-machi, Higashinada-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo |
|---|---|
| Hours | 9:30-16:30 |
| Closed day | Summer Holidays From August 11, 2024 to August 15 New Year Holiday period From December 28, 2024 to January 5, 2025 |
| Admission | Free |
20 minutes by car
Nunobiki Herb Garden
The Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens is one of the largest herb gardens in Japan, boasting roughly. 12 gardens with varying themes have a variety of flowers and herbs blooming from season to season, with around 200 varieties.
The paths wind around the hills and flower beds, and visitors can stroll leisurely while enjoying the colors and scents that convey the season. In addition to the gardens, there are other attractions, such as a restaurant building that is modeled on the Wartburg Castle, a castle in Germany that dates back to the Middle Ages.
Nunobiki Herb Garden
| Address | 1-4-3, Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo |
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| Hours | 9:30-20:15 Monday-Thursday:9:30-16:45 |
| Closed day | No Closing Day |
| Admission | [Round Ticket] Adult: ¥2,000 Youth: ¥1,000 [One-way Ticket] Adult: ¥1,400 Youth: ¥700 |
15 minutes by car
Nankinmachi Chinatown
Nankinmachi is a compact Chinatown in central Kobe, which is a center of the Chinese community in the Kansai Region. After the port opened to foreign trade in 1868, Chinese merchants settled near Kobe Port and developed the area.
Nankinmachi is a popular tourist attraction and then you can shop and dining district. The district has two major streets that connect at a small plaza in the center.
There are numerous shops, restaurants, and food stands in these areas that provide popular items like steamed buns, ramen, tapioca drinks, and other Chinese dishes, some of which have been Japaneseized to a certain degree.
Nankinmachi Chinatown
| Address | 1 Sakaemachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Kobe |
|---|---|
| Hours | Varies by shop |
| Closed day | Varies by shop |
1 minutes by walk
Have lunch
Minsei is the Chinese restaurant at Nankinmachi Chinatown. Minsei is a store that has been in Nankinmachi for a long time. Squid tempura is what the restaurant is known for. It is known for being crispy on the outside and fluffy and soft on the inside. Make sure to order it with beer.
We also recommend ordering fried rice, which is a standard menu item at Chinese restaurants. The soup is included, so be sure to try it for either lunch or dinner.
Minsei
| Address | 1-3-4, Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Kobe |
|---|---|
| Hours | 11:30-15:00 17:00-19:30 |
| Closed day | Monday |
- 15 minutes
by walking - 5 minutes
by car
Kobe Port Cruise
The best way to experience the atmosphere of Kobe's port city is by cruise, and it's one of the things you definitely want to experience when you visit Kobe.
The sea is a great way to view the cityscape of Kobe stretching from east to west, with Mt. Rokko in the background and the docks where ships and submarines are kept, and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in the distance. There are a wide range of cruise ships that depart from Harborland, Kobe's waterfront, such as casual sightseeing boats and restaurant ships that offer elegant dinner cruises.
The kobe Cruise Concerto
| Address | 1-7-2, Higashikawasakicho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo |
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| Hours | 12:00-14:00/14:30-16:00/17:15-21:15 (Varies depending on season and plan) |
| Closed day | No Closing Day |
| Admission | ¥2,800-¥23,400 （Varies depending on plan） |
- 3 minutes
by walking - 1 minutes
by car
Meriken Park
Meriken Park is a lovely park located on the waterfront near Kobe's port area. The park, which was constructed on an outcropping of reclaimed land, has a grassy lawn and open courtyards that are dotted with modern art installations and fountains.
Some of the city's most iconic contemporary architecture, such as the red Kobe Port Tower and the Kobe Maritime Museum, are located here.
Meriken Park
| Address | 2-2 Hatobacho, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo |
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| Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Closed day | No Closing Day |
| Admission | Free |
1 hour by car
Kobe Central Area for drop off
Prices for a Kobe Tour (8 hours) Tour
| Vehicle Types | Passengers | Prices |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi | 3 | 57,000 JPY |
| Full Size Van | 8~9 | 66,000 JPY |
| Vehicle Types | Passengers | Prices |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Bus | 15~21 | 119,000 JPY |
| Small Size Bus | 21~25 | 119,000 JPY |
| Medium Size Bus | 27~28 | 132,000 JPY |
| Large Size Bus | 45~60 | 143,000 JPY |
To enjoy a trip to kobe,
we recommend a Kobe Tour
Kobe is the hub of Hyogo Prefecture and one of the biggest cities in Japan. Kobe's location between the sea and the Rokko mountain range makes it one of the most attractive cities in Japan.
For many centuries, Kobe has been considered an important port city. In the 19th century, its port was among the first to open to foreign trade, along with those of Yokohama, Nagasaki, Hakodate, and Niigata.
When you visit to Kobe , we recommend using a Kobe Tour. Sightseeing taxis are recommended for both first-time travelers to Kobe and repeat visitors as they allow you to adjust the route based on your individual travel goals and interests. A Full Size Van is capable of accommodating up to 9 people for efficient sightseeing.
Have fun taking trips with kobe Tour!
Additional Information
- All prices are of each chartered vehicles, not per person.
- All prices applie to the vehicles that we own. Please note that the prices can be different if they are occupied.
- All prices include highway tolls, parking fees and taxes.
- All prices don't include admission fees and lunch fees.
- We recommend you to hire an English-speaking guide for your tour. They can guide you at the sightseeing spots in English. Also they can help you pay admission fees or lunch fees in Japanese.
<< 8 hours : 45,000 JPY, inc.tax >> - There is no charge for our parking arrangement service. However, you will be responsible for separate parking fees.
Payment
Please note that the price is to be paid in advance with credit cards. We accept VISA, Mastercard, AMEX, and Diners. If you can confirm your reservation, we will send you a payment email with URL link to the credit card payment form through which you can make a payment online. Please note that your reservation won't be completed unless the payment is made in advance.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of all or part of bookings shall incur a cancellation charge described below.
| Up to 15 days prior to date of travel | No cancellation fee |
|---|---|
| 14 - 8 days prior to date of travel | 20% of the specified fare and charges |
| 7 days - 2 days prior to the date of travel | 30% of the specified fare and charges |
| The day before the date of travel | 50% of the specified fare and charges |
| On the date of travel | 100% of the specified fare and charges |
| Cancellation without notice (no-show) | 100% of the specified fare and charges |
Price
- Taxi(Passengers 3)
- 57,000JPY
- Full Size Van(Passengers 8~9)
- 66,000JPY
- Micro Bus(Passengers 15~21)
- 119,000JPY
- Small Size Bus(Passengers 21~25)
- 119,000JPY
- Medium Size Bus(Passengers 27~28)
- 132,000JPY
- Large Size Bus(Passengers 45~60)
- 143,000JPY