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Want to see the best of Kobe? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Kobe!

Destination

Kobe, Japan

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Español, 日本語, Italiano

Included

• Private Guide
• 1 Local Snack or Drink
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 3 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

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 Tomi's BAR - Kobe to start your journey

   View on Maps

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 from Kobe Port Tower, Flower Road, Harborland Umie Mosaic Square, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Kobe so unique

4. Hidden Gems

   Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience

5. Magical Storytelling

   Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!

6. Special Treat

   Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions

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

Linda🇺🇸 United States

(About local Rena)

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

Henriette🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Simone)

22 May 2025

Being guided by Simone through the street market was a marvellous experience. He knew what kind of food was local, traditional, authentique or even unique to the market. We had a lovely time tryimg out a variety of food. We appreciated that we could always say, what we would like to try and what not. So it felt very much like a tailored experience to our needs. Moreover Simone not only made sure that our bellies were filled, but our heads also. He patiently answered all our questions we had about Japan and Kyoto. We really enjoyed being able to discuss food and culture with Simone. We would certainly recommend the experience. Very friendly and knowledgeable host

Alice

(About local Pere Ignasi)

17 May 2025

DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK A TOUR WITH PERI!! WE BOOKED AN ALL DAY PRIVATE TOUR AND HE WAS DELIGHTFUL AND VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE. HIS RECOMMENDATIONS WERE RIGHT ON AND HE WAS VERY PROMPT AND ESCORTED US EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!! BOOK WITH PERI!! A REAL GEM!

Kai

(About local Simone)

14 May 2025

We found Simone to be a wonderful guide and excellent company. Even before the trip started, he reached out to make sure we had all the information we needed. The tour was an excellent introduction to Kyoto, Simone provided excellent insights and was very happy to customise to our interests. It was clear Simone is passionate about what he does and we really enjoyed our time with him and he even went to the extra effort of providing us with some further recommendations after the tour. We fully recommend him as an excellent guide.A scholar and a gentleman

Joanne🇫🇷 France

(About local Pere Ignasi)

6 May 2025

We had a great time with Pere, discovering many little corners of Kobe that we would not have found ourselves. We did this tour with our one year old and also appreciate how kind and patient he was with our child, making it an even better experience for us all together. Thank you so much, Pere!!Wonderful experience!

Mary🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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!

Nick

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Richard

(About local Simone)

29 March 2025

I could tell Simone was the right person from the very beginning. From the moment we contacted him, he stayed in touch regularly to make sure the tour would be tailored to our preferences. He truly went the extra mile for us: he even helped us book a restaurant we were really hoping to try, which would have been difficult to arrange on our own. His dedication and attention to detail made a huge difference in our experience and really confirmed that investing in a local guide was absolutely worth it. I’ll definitely recommend Simone to anyone looking to make the most of their trip to Japan!The perfect guide for a memorable experience!

Tim

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Scott

(About local Simone)

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!

Rose

(About local Simone)

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!

Rupert

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Patrick

(About local Simone)

21 February 2025

We had the absolute pleasure of having Simone as our guide during our trip, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, he was incredibly responsive, thoughtful, and attentive to our interests. Simone worked with us to design a custom itinerary that struck the perfect balance between cultural landmarks, local cuisine, and hidden gems: he absolutely delivered on all fronts. His deep knowledge of Japanese history, culture, and traditions added so much meaning to every site we visited. But what truly sets Simone apart is his warmth, sense of humor, and genuine passion for sharing Japan with others. He’s not your typical cookie-cutter guide. He makes you feel like you're exploring the country with a knowledgeable friend. Thanks to Simone, our time in Japan was not only smooth and stress-free but also rich, memorable, and filled with personal touches. We recommend him to anyone looking to experience Japan in a deeper and more authentic way.Unforgettable tour with a fantastic host

Sylvia

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Paul

(About local Simone)

10 February 2025

Simone is an incredibly kind and professional guide, and his support was essential in making our vacation truly unforgettable. He took us to some fantastic places to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine and, thanks to his excellent language skills, made it possible for us to have some truly engaging conversations with the locals. Simone is also deeply knowledgeable about Japanese history and culture, which gave us a much richer and more meaningful understanding of the country. Thanks to him, we experienced Japan from a truly unique perspective. I’ll definitely be recommending Simone to all my friends!Absolutely recommended!

Jessica

(About local Simone)

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!

Peter🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Freddy🇪🇸 Spain

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Ted🇺🇸 United States

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

LYNDY🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Robert🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Pere Ignasi)

14 July 2024

Martha🇺🇸 United States

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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!

Darin🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bianca)

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!

rahul

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Laura

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Michael🇺🇸 United States

(About local Pere Ignasi)

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

Bethany🇺🇸 United States

(About local Pere Ignasi)

30 December 2023

Wonderful walking food tour of Kobe. Pere was very professional, knowledgeable, and fun! Highly recommend!Kobe food tour with Pere