First Day Essentials
5 (73)

Kickstart your trip to Kobe

3 hours English
5 (73)
100% Personalized

Get oriented, try Kobe beef and learn to speak Japanese. (Kidding about the last one. Or are we?)

How It Works

Book your date

Choose your preferred date, start time and group size for your experience.

Share your interests

Complete your personalisation form after booking, for a tailored experience.

Explore with your matched host

We match you with a local host who shapes the route around you.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Kobe Tourist Information Center- The host will be waiting in front of the tourist information center

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Mostly walking, with food, drinks, transport and entry fees paid separately unless stated.

Reviews of Our Kobe Experiences

We had so much FUN with Rio. He went beyond our expectations when he asked what we wanted to experience. He shifted what he planned to do, and took us to what our interests were. His knowledge was vast, and his love for his city was evident. His English was excellent. We would highly recommend him!

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Nancy
Kobe

A wonderful day made so by Kirsten. From pre visit exchanges to post visit delivery to the ship, we could not have asked for more. The trip was tailored to cover all of the places we wanted to see. Excellent 5 stars

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David
Kobe

Early engagement to plan our time together, well thought out route to each destination, and few fun surprises along the way.

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Kathleen
Kobe

Molto soddisfatte del tour grazie alla grande disponibilità della guida che ci ha accompagnato nei luoghi più caratteristici della città. We were very satisfied with the tour thanks to the great availability of the guide who accompanied us to the city's most characteristic places.

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Stella
Kobe

Silvan was great! He showed me the places I liked and asked all my questions. Gave me brief history on the subjects we visited. Even gave information for anything else I had planned my remaining stay there! They will modify you itinerary to your liking. Thanks soo much!

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Nelson
Kobe

We had the most wonderful experience exploring Kobe thanks to our amazing tour guide, Kako. From the moment we met, it was clear how much care and passion she put into sharing her city with us. What truly touched us, though, was the kindness shown beyond the tour itself. As a heartfelt gesture, Kami’s 10-year-old daughter made us beautiful origami flowers — delicate, colorful, and full of love. It was such a sweet and personal touch that we’ll never forget. It reminded us that travel isn’t just about the places you see, but the people you meet. If you’re visiting Kobe, we wholeheartedly recommend this tour guide. You’ll not only learn so much about the city but also leave with memories full of warmth and connection.

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Lori
Kobe
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Kobe, Our Guests Way

Here are our guests exploring on a City Unscripted experience.
Beautiful memory

Beautiful memory

Exploring Kobe's charming architecture under a bright, blue sky.

Exploring Kobe's charming architecture under a bright, blue sky.

Strolling past a charming historic building on a cloudy Kobe day.

Strolling past a charming historic building on a cloudy Kobe day.

Sipping drinks under Kobe's striking red steel tower, enjoying the day.

Sipping drinks under Kobe's striking red steel tower, enjoying the day.

Beneath Kobe's striking tower, a group savors the sunny day.

Beneath Kobe's striking tower, a group savors the sunny day.

Kobe's giant Ferris wheel rises against a cloudy afternoon sky.

Kobe's giant Ferris wheel rises against a cloudy afternoon sky.

Umbrellas in hand, visitors explore Kobe's colorful cultural pathways.

Umbrellas in hand, visitors explore Kobe's colorful cultural pathways.