Kobe
Cruise stop-over: day trip to Osaka from Kobe port
Shore Excursion • 8 hours
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Cruise stop-over: day trip to Osaka from Kobe port
Discover Osaka’s sense of humor, street eats and neon-lit canals on a day trip from Kobe Port.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- With your local host leading the way and taking care of transport, travel to Sannomiya station from Kobe Port via a taxi, and to Osaka from Sannomiya station (Kobe) on public transport
- Explore Osaka and visit its most famous sites in just one day
- Discover what makes Osaka so unique, from its food culture to its unique sense of humor
- Feast on dishes like okonomiyaki, a savory pancake topped with whatever you like, that were created in Osaka
- Shop for souvenirs and uniquely Japanese gifts, from quirky sweets you can’t find outside of Japan to manga
- But more than just the top landmarks, your host will also reveal a few secret spots you can’t find in a guidebook!
- Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get back well on time… for your peace of mind….
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
100% private and personalized itinerary
8 hours with a host (including travel time) - this can be customized, just get in touch to let us know how long you will be docking for.
Return taxi transport from Kobe port to Sannomiya station
Walking experience once in the city center (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options, Additional cost will be appli
Walking experience once in the city center (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options, Additional cost will be appli
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs other than the ones included in the experience
Return tickets from Osaka to Sannomiya (Covered by JR pass if you have one)
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
KOBE PORT TERMINAL - The host will be waiting in the arrival lobby.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat 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.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Take the train to Osaka with your local host, and spend a day exploring! Osaka is famous for its obsession with food, so feast on takoyaki (fried octopus balls) as you explore the neon-lit entertainment districts which line the canals, or with your local insider leading the way (and doing the ordering when there’s no English menu!), discover Hozenji Yokocho, a mysterious alleyway packed with ramshackle izakaya bars. Soak up Osaka’s history with a visit to Osaka Castle or Sumiyoshi-taisha, one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, or dive into its kaleidoscopic modern culture and shop for quirky souvenirs in Shinsaibashi, the frenetic shopping district, or head up Tsūtenkaku Tower for panoramic city views from its famous observation deck.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Helen
Apr 2025
Angelina is a great tour guide and her English is excellent.
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Beverly
Apr 2025
Our guide Ryan was brilliant. A totally bespoke tour, totally based around our personal preferences. He was easy to talk to, gave us insight into not just the city but a little about his life in the city and the whole day just felt like a really fun day out. Ryan was very personable and you felt like you'd known him for ages. Thank you - it made our day really memorable in Osaka.
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Beverly
Mar 2025
Ryan was great. So easy to talk to, very informative and made a point of finding out our preferences, so he could personalise the whole day for us. He was a pleasure to be with, not only sharing lots of general I formation about Osaka but personal details about his life in and around Osaka too. A really interesting guide and we would definitely recommend booking this trip. Thank you Ryan
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Edvaldo
Feb 2025
He wanted to know our preferences and left us free to decide what to do.
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Allan
Sep 2024
Unfortunately, the weather was not conducive for much walking today, but under the circumstances had a super Duper wonderful day. Thank you very much.
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Martin
Mar 2023
Michelle met us as agreed and spent the day putting up with us, showing us a bit of Kobe and then navigating the complexities of the train system for us. She cleared the way and put up with my slow pace. Everything worked out well and I would highly recommend her and this tour to anyone who wants to see Osaka.
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