Hi, I’m Taiga
Hi, I’m Taiga
I’ve lived in Kobe for 23 years
I speak English, Mandarin, Japanese
I am Private business owner
Hi, I’m Taiga, your friendly guide to the vibrant city of Kobe! What I love most about Kobe is its fascinating blend of history, nature, and modern charm. From the historical hillside spots to breathtaking waterfalls, zoos, and aquariums, there’s always something new to explore. The harborfront is a personal favorite—there’s nothing like enjoying a glass of wine while feeling the sea breeze and watching a street performance. I’m a huge fan of food and love introducing visitors to Kobe’s world-class eateries, sake breweries, and the lush herb gardens. I also know the surrounding areas like Himeji, Sanda, Ashiya, Nishinomiya, and Akashi like the back of my hand. I can’t resist sharing my passion for udon noodles and fresh seafood. Kobe has my heart, and I’d love to share its incredible history, delicious cuisine, and warm culture with you!
My knowledge & interests
Food
Drinks
Nature / outdoors
History
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Whiskey
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Post-modern architecture
Sake
Music
Instagrammable
My reviews
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Excellent, personalized tour. Our host, Taiga, was fantastic. He was so knowledgeable and accommodating. Paul in Customer Service was a life saver with a last minute change of hosts, but Taiga was worth the wait.
March 2025
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Taiga was a great local tour guide and a great guy to spend time with! Would definitely recommend him and do it again next time!
January 2025
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I had good communication with Taiga before our event, so we were able to meet up easily. He was super friendly and a great person to talk to in between stops. We loved the gyoza and ramen and had a great night.
September 2024
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Very good English. Very good local knowledge but had also travelled extensively so easy to relate to.
August 2024