Kobe Beef and Cultural City Experience in Kobe
Enjoy the internationally famous melt-in-your-mouth marbled Kobe Beef, in Kobe city!
Highlights
Visit Ikuta Shrine and partake in a short morning meditation
Stroll through the town of Kitano and be greeted by panoramic views of Kobe city from Kitano Square
Savor a melt-in-your-mouth Kobe beef meal
10 meals
+Experience Details
Have a taste of the internationally famous melt-in-your-mouth Kobe Beef, and learn more about Kobe City during this food tour! The walking tour will begin with a visit to the oldest shrine in Kobe, Ikuta Shrine, framed by a beautiful tori gate at its entrance. You are welcome to participate in our short meditation at a sanctuary grove and revel in the tranquility of the surroundings and the fresh morning air.
We will then explore the town of Kitano, a small and quaint town in the heart of Kobe City. Known to be one of the most culturally diverse towns in Japan, you will get the opportunity to learn about how different nationalities and religions have, for over 150 years, lived together harmoniously in this town, as we stroll through Kitano. It is home to many different religious buildings, such as a mosque, churches, and Indian and Buddhist temples.
We will also visit Kitano Square, where a famous spot grants you a beautiful panoramic view of the city of Kobe. We will then visit one of Kobe’s most popular Kobe Beef restaurants where you can enjoy delicious Kobe beef steak and a live performance by the chef!
Inclusions
Kobe Beef Set Meal, inclusive of a salad, soup, rice, pickles, grilled vegetables, coffee
Exclusions
Transportation costs
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
The meeting point is in front of Deli Cafe Kitchen, near JR Sannomiya Central Gate. There is a 7-eleven convenience store nearby. Address: Deli Cafe Kitchen Sannomiya, 4 -1-1 Nunobikocho, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo. A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Wear comfortable shoes because there will be walking involved
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Hyōgo is home to the best beef in the world, Kobe beef, and that’s not all. From vast natural parks to one of the oldest and biggest castles in Japan, this prefecture covers all bases with natural beauty and a thriving food culture inspired by Chinese and French immigrants in the port cities.
We had an exceptional tour with our guide Sumile! She showed us the cultural diversity of Kobe, accompanied us to the Japanese Immigration Museum, where I was able to gain valuable information abou...read more
The Kobe tour was amazing!! We learned so much about the town and got a beautiful scenic view at the end of the walking tour. We finished with some delicious food including Kobe beef cooked Teppany...read more
It was an amazing experience. visiting Kobe from the USA, Sumile (our tour host) was knowledgeable and had a passion for the city. We learnt about the cultures, religions and tried amazing Sakes an...read more
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