Top Kobe Cultural Tours - page 4

Explore the culinary treasures of Arima Onsen on this guided food tour through one of Japan's historic hot spring towns. Begin your journey at Arima Onsen Station as you stroll through charming streets lined with wooden storefronts. Indulge in tastings at beloved local eateries, savoring everything from craft beer to comforting street food. Your guide shares tales of Arima’s rich food culture, illustrating how traditional flavors have evolved alongside the town's history. Enjoy a second tasting at another local favorite for a diverse culinary experience, all while learning about the interconnection of food, culture, and hospitality that defines this unique destination. - Guided food tour in Arima Onsen, one of Japan’s oldest hot spring towns - Taste local specialties at iconic eateries, including craft beer and street food - Learn about Arima’s food culture and history from an expert guide - Enjoy two restaurant stops with personalized recommendations and insights

Step into Japan's timeless countryside—just a short ride from Kobe. Yamada Village, in the northern Rokko foothills, has a farming history dating back to the Yayoi period. Once a major rice supplier to Kobe, its terraced fields and thatched-roof houses still reflect a lifestyle rooted in nature and Shinto beliefs. This tour explores three cultural gems: make rice balls at the 100-year-old Satoyama Experience House (Kerekele), visit the Shimotaniue Kabuki Stage at Amatsuhikone Shrine, and walk through the peaceful Rokujo Hachimangu Shrine, where Shinto and Buddhism coexist. The tour begins in Sannomiya with your guide. Pickup from Osaka is also available upon request. *In Japanese, "URA" means the "back" or "hidden part," which is the opposite of "OMOTE", meaning the front. It's like something quietly sitting just behind or right next to a place. So, "URA*KOBE" is about a village that's like a special, untouched treasure, quietly found on the "URA" side of the modern big city of Kobe.

Skip the guidebooks and online reviews with this private sightseeing tour of Kyoto. Spend a full day with a guide to take you around the city. A full itinerary is planned out for you, which removes the hassle of organizing it yourself. Along the way, visit highlights such as Nijo Castle, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, and Kinkaku-ji Temple, with the flexibility to customize the route to suit your requirements.

Discover Hyogo beyond Kobe on a private shore excursion designed around your cruise schedule. Travel from Kobe Port to Himeji Castle, Mount Shosha Engyo-ji and the Akashi coast by private vehicle, without relying on trains or public transportation. The default route is Kobe Port – Himeji Castle – Mount Shosha Engyo-ji – Maiko Park/Akashi Kaikyo Bridge – Kobe Port. Meriken Park may be added if time allows. Please contact us at least 24 hours before departure for route requests. This service includes a private vehicle and driver only. No guide or English-speaking driver is included. Attraction tickets, meals and personal expenses are excluded. The route may be shortened or adjusted due to cruise timing, customs clearance, traffic, parking or attraction conditions. Returning to the ship on time always takes priority, with a target arrival at Kobe Port about 2 hours before departure.