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City Kickstart Tour: Kobe

  • 2 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Kobe
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Choose one of 2 locals available

Experience hosted by Rena & Simone

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Welcome to Kobe! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Kobe to start your city trip on the right foot.

Destination
Kobe, Japan
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
2 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Italiano, 日本語
Included
  • Private Guide
  • Local Tips & Tricks
  • City Orientation
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Discover the real Kobe in a nutshell
  • Learn how to navigate the city
  • Get the latest tips & tricks from a local
  • Ask anything during this private tour
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • The best way to kickstart your stay

What you can expect

City Kickstart Tour: Kobe in Kobe - AdobeStock_34787113

First time in Kobe? Wondering where to go and what to see in this fascinating city? We got you! Kickstart your time in Kobe with a 2-hour introduction to the city with the help of your favorite local. This tour is the city overview you were looking for that brings together sights of main highlights and attractions, plus must-have tips and tricks that will help you get acquainted with the city, its people, and culture.

So, ready to start your time in Kobe in the best way possible? On this private tour, you’ll meet up with the local host of your choice. Each of the hosts on this tour will show you their Kobe in their way and based on their passions and expertise. The hosts know their city like the back of their hand and can’t wait to get you acquainted with Kobe!

And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? Get personal recommendations from your local host and where to find the current hot spots in the city. Get insights on the local lifestyle and find out true stories about the city’s past as you take in vibrant, full-of-life present Kobe. Historical facts, local stories, and great tips & tricks. What can be more awesome than that?

Any questions? Go ahead and ask your host about anything that pops into your mind and get all the answers you need for the perfect Kobe trip. Locals always know best. And don’t forget, this private tour can be personalized 100% according to your wishes!

Choose your local

Get to know these 2 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

  • Rena - The Curator of Kawaii

    Rena

    The Curator of Kawaii

    5.01 review
    English
  • Simone - History Lover and Adventure Seeker

    Simone

    History Lover and Adventure Seeker

    5.04 reviews
    English・Italiano・日本語

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at Outside in front of Tor Road Steak Aoyama - Kobe to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. City Highlights

    See Sannomiya Shrine, Tor Road, and more landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect introduction to what makes Kobe so special

  4. Local Hot Spots

    Along the way, your host will point out hangout spots and hidden gems that only the locals know about and will help you get acquainted with the city in the most local way possible

  5. Food Recommendations

    Receive tailored recommendations according to your taste and where to go and what to eat while visiting Kobe. Avoid tourist traps thanks to your local host!

  6. City Orientation

    Learn how to navigate the city, and get the answers to your Kobe questions that will help you in the following days making your time in the city much easier

  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Mary🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
21 April 2025
Pere met us at the cruise terminal and took us to the beautiful herb gardens followed by an unforgettable culinary journey! The food and hidden gems (which we would not have been able to find on our own) were absolutely fabulous and delicious! It was our most memorable experience during our almost 3 week stay in Japan. Thank you Pere!An Unforgettable Experience!
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Nick
(About local )
30 March 2025
Peri was awesome. Strolled through several areas and ate food in places i would never have found otherwise. He adjusted plans if requested and added sites of something particular was requested. Importantly I can now tell the difference between real amd fake Kobe Beef!! And Kobe beef sushi is my new thing!! Thank you for a great experience Peri!!! FABULOUS FOOD WITH A FANTASTOC GUIDE
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Tim
(About local )
16 March 2025
We had a wonderful time with Pere for the Kobe food tour. I only wish we had more time in Kobe to book his other tours. Will definitely use WithLocals again. Fantastic and informative Kobe food tour
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Scott
(About local )
11 March 2025
Simone truly knows his way around Japan! His Japanese skills are outstanding, and thanks to him, we navigated the country effortlessly. His support was truly invaluable, and if we ever return to Japan, I absolutely want him to guide us again!Simone's support was crucial for our trip in Japan!
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Rose
(About local )
28 February 2025
I want to sincerely thank Simone from the bottom of my heart for being the perfect companion to my husband. He patiently answered every single one of my husband’s endless questions with detail, passion, and enthusiasm. I honestly didn’t think there was anyone out there who could keep up with his insatiable curiosity so well! I know my husband will always be grateful for that. We will surely return to Japan, and when we do, we would love for Simone to guide us again and show us all the things we didn’t get around to seeing this time.What a knowledgeable and passionate guide!
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Rupert
(About local )
26 February 2025
My wife and I highly recommend a tour with Pere. He gave us a wonderful insight into Kobe and Japanese culture. We strolled around Kobe trying a few street food snacks before enjoying a delicious Kobe beef teppanyaki meal and a sake museum tour/tasting.Great tour and insight of Kobe
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Sylvia
(About local )
14 February 2025
Pere tailored a tour for us that included a cooking class! He went through so much extra effort to find a cooking class for us and the class was over the top! We learned to make a multi layered Japanese Breakfast in the setting of an old sake brewery, converted into a sake tasting and pairing center! The owners’ hosted us and the wife chef was patient and very expert in her teaching skills! Following the class and delicious consumption, Pere continued the tour with his expert knowledge of the area. He made sure we were safely back to our accommodations as well! I highly recommend Pere and the nadagogo sakedokoro.Top Notch Food and Sake Tour
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Linda🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 February 2025
Rena is a lovely soft spoken and enjoyable hostess. Unfortunately, Kobe itself has little to see that is really interesting. We had a lovely walk with a friendly local. Kobe day visit
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Jessica
(About local )
14 January 2025
Simone was professional, friendly, and exceptionally kind. He truly went the extra mile to ensure all our needs were met and that everything ran smoothly. His deep knowledge of Japan, combined with his passion for sharing it, made our experience even more special. We learned so much from him, and I’m certain that without his guidance, we wouldn’t have been able to appreciate this trip in the same way. Should we return to Japan, we will definitely reach out to Simone again, and we won’t hesitate to recommend him to all our friends.A kind, friendly and professional guide!
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Peter🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
9 November 2024
Although it took 2 hours longer than it should have for us to clear immigration from the ship Peri was there and stayed in contact on WhatsApp with us the whole time which was reassuring to know he hadn’t assumed we were just a “No Show”. Obviously the 2 hour delay getting off the ship meant that we then had to shorten our time together but he laid out our options and timings and let us choose our priorities for the time we had left. We then went on to have a great time going up mount Maya followed by a Japanese locals restaurant in Kobe. It was in a place where we probably wouldn’t have gone as tourists on our own, but we had a great time trying local specialities of the area and some Sake before returning to our cruise ship. It seems that we saw more and had a much better time than those on the Ship’s organised tours. Walking with Peri in Kobe
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Freddy🇪🇸 Spain
(About local )
7 November 2024
Hemos hecho 2 tours con Peri, uno de día, ver cosas típicas, bonitos, sin muchos turistas, ha sido muy bien exactamente lo que queríamos,y después comer en Cobe , auténtica Cobe carne absolutamente fantástico. Y un tour de streetfood donde otra vez lo ha acertado por completo, muchas gracias Peri esperamos de verte un día por España, un abrazoUn tour a medida
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Ted🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 November 2024
We had an amazing tour w Pere. What a wonderful interesting person. We learned a lot about the history of the area, saw great sights and of course had delicious local food!! We enjoyed going to local places that we would never find on our own and experiencing new dishes. What a fun afternoon. We wish Pere continued success; he is quite an inspiration speaking many languages fluently with a great background in education. Thanks Pere!Fantastic Day in Kobe
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LYNDY🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
5 October 2024
Thank you Peri for a fabulous tour of Himeji Castle and Kobe. Your knowledge and information was fascinating. The Kobe dinner at the end of the day was a perfect end - thank you for booking it on our behalf. Wonderful guide
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Robert🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
14 July 2024
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Martha🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 July 2024
We had a wonderful afternoon with Pere doing the Street Food Tour. He has such a great interest in all things food and took us to sample so many great foods. Pere is very discerning with his recommendations so you will eat very well and enjoy the whole experience! We wouldn't have been able to see and eat so much good food without him :) Great afternoon with Pere!
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Darin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 April 2024
Our tour and walk with Bianca was simply wonderful. Our only regret is that we should not have eaten breakfast before coming on the walk. There are so many diverse food and snack options available you will have no issues finding something that everyone will enjoy. I encourage anyone who wants to learn more about the local food scene to take a tour with Bianca! We had a great time!
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rahul
(About local )
22 April 2024
Man merkt schnell, das das er sich nicht nur super auskennt sondern auch sein Wissen gerne teilt ein super Tourgide und ein Highlight unsere Reise. Danke Dafür.Food tour Kobe
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Laura
(About local )
19 April 2024
Pasamos un día genial en Kobe! No solo fuimos a visitar los lugares más icónicos de la ciudad, Peri nos acompañó a zonas más escondidas en la ciudad, preciosas y sin gente. Mi recomendación es que le digáis en lo que estáis interesados y él se encargará de todo. Recomiendo también que no perdáis la oportunidad de comer carne de Kobe! Tour en Kobe
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Michael🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 April 2024
We spent a great day with Pere seeing the sites of Kobe. He met us at the ship and proceeded to take us to many great sites in the city including a lunch featuring Kobe beef and Shabu Shabu. The communication and planing leading up to the day was awesome and really removed the stress of non familiar surroundings. Pere was very responsive and provided a day including all the sites we discussed. My recommendation is to give him an overview of what you want to see and let him set the agenda. The time spent in Kobe was great and we really enjoyed the city, the sites and Pere. He was a wealth of information that we really appreciated. If you want a great day in Kobe I recommend working with Pere for an outstanding experience.Great day in Kobe
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Bethany🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
30 December 2023
Wonderful walking food tour of Kobe. Pere was very professional, knowledgeable, and fun! Highly recommend!Kobe food tour with Pere

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