Hyogo in City walking tour

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:30

09:30-11:00 ▼Pick up/drop off/pick up at hotel/private inn; we will not wait after the scheduled time, so we recommend that you wait at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure. 12:00 ▼Kobe Port/Mosaic Ferris Wheel (free walk/lunch on your own/approx. 2.5 hours) Kobe is a trading port with a 140-year history as one of the world's leading international ports. It flourished as a foreign settlement during the Meiji period, and many of its exotic buildings remain today, making it popular with tourists as they look great on social media. Kobe landmarks such as the Port Tower, Mosaic Ferris Wheel, and the large shopping mall umie stand side by side. Take a leisurely stroll along the sea while feeling the sea breeze. 14:30 ▼Kitano Ijinkan-gai (approx. 1 hour) Since the opening of Kobe Port, many foreigners have lived here since the Meiji period, and the Kitano Ijinkan-gai is characterized by its streets that still convey the atmosphere of the Meiji period. On a hill overlooking the sea, there are many public foreign-style houses, including the "Kazamidori no Yakata" (Weathercock House), a national important cultural property with a weathercock on the roof as its symbol, and the "Moegi no Yakata" (Moegi House), the residence of former U.S. Consul General Hunter Sharp, where you can experience exotic culture and history. The Kitano area of Kobe, which is crowded with tourists, is full of wonderful shops. Kitano, which is full of exotic atmosphere and harmony, is full of discoveries that will make you want to come back again and again. 16:30 ▼Arima Onsen (free stroll / about 1.5 hours) Arima Onsen, the inner sanctum of Kansai, loved by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, is one of the three oldest hot springs in Japan. It has been loved by many literary figures and celebrities, and the hot spring town is still full of traditional atmosphere. You can enjoy the different spring qualities of Arima's specialty "Kinsen", a brown-colored hot spring containing iron and salt, and the colorless and transparent "Ginsen", which is popular with women as it makes your skin smooth. There are two public outdoor baths, Kin no Yu (gold spring) and Gin no Yu (silver spring). There are also inns that offer day-trip bathing, and Arima Onsen Taiko no Yu, a hot spring theme park with 24 types of baths. We recommend touring the seven springs, including Tenjinsengen, which emits white smoke from the central chimney while making a gurgling sound. 18:00 ▼ Night view of Mt. Rokko (about 1.5 hours) Mt. Rokko is located in the southeast of Hyogo Prefecture. Its international history, excellent hiking trails, and stunning views of Kobe and Osaka make it one of the prefecture's main tourist destinations. On top of Mt. Rokko, there are observation spots where you can see the cities of Kobe and Osaka, and the panoramic view is breathtaking! There are also plenty of spots where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks while looking at the beautiful night view, so you can enjoy Kobe with both your eyes and your tongue. 19:30 ▼ The tour ends. 20:30 ▼ The day's itinerary ends happily!

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• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:30

10:30▼Board and disembark at the meeting point, Nippombashi Station Exit 2 (Namba-Shinsaibashi area)12:00▼Mosaic Ferris Wheel at Kobe Port (free time to explore, lunch on your own / approx. 2.5 hours)14:30▼Kitano Ijinkan-gai (approx. 1 hour)16:30▼Arima Onsen (free time to explore / approx. 1.5 hours)18:00▼Mt. Rokko and night view (approx. 1.5 hours)19:30▼Return to Osaka city and disband in the Shinsaibashi/Dotonbori area / Drop off at your hotel in Osaka city and the tour will end. 20:30▼The day's itinerary ends happily!

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:30

Boarding and disembarking at the meeting point 08:40 ▼Nihonbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba-Shinsaibashi area) 09:50 ▼Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (in front of 7-Eleven) 07:30-08:30 ▼Pick up/drop off/pick up at hotel/private inn, hotel/private inn on the Osaka Loop Line 12:00 ▼Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets (free walk/lunch on your own/about 4 hours) (does not visit Kitano Ijinkan-gai and Kobe Port) There are many outlet malls in the Kansai area, which includes Osaka and Kyoto, two of Japan's most popular tourist destinations. Among them, Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets, the largest in western Japan, has more than 200 stores, mainly domestic and international luxury brands. Modeled after the high-end residential area of Pasadena, a suburb of Los Angeles, Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets has about 210 stores of famous domestic and international brands, from luxury brands to popular select shops, interior goods, sports, miscellaneous goods, and restaurants, and you can enjoy shopping all day long in an extraordinary space. There is a park in the facility, so if you get tired of shopping, you can take a break while looking at the Akashi Strait. Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets is also famous as a facility where you can shop without getting wet in the rain. It is a spot where you can enjoy yourself to the fullest, with a customer-first approach. *Present your passport at the information center to receive a discount coupon. 16:30 ▼Arima Onsen (free stroll / about 1.5 hours) Arima Onsen, the inner sanctum of Kansai, loved by Taiko and Hideyoshi, is one of Japan's three oldest hot springs. It has been loved by many literary figures and famous people, and even today the hot spring town is full of traditional atmosphere. You can enjoy baths with different spring qualities, including the brown Arima specialty "Kinsen" that contains iron and salt, and the colorless and transparent "Ginsen" that is popular with women as it makes your skin smooth. There are two public outdoor baths, Kin-no-yu (Kinsen) and Gin-no-yu (Ginsen). Other attractions include day-trip bathing at ryokan inns and Arima Onsen Taiko no Yu, a hot spring theme park with 24 types of baths. We recommend touring the seven springs, including Tenjinsengen, which emits white smoke from the chimney in the center while making a gurgling sound. 18:00 ▼ Night view of Mt. Rokko (about 1.5 hours) Mt. Rokko, selected as one of the "New Top Three Night View Cities in Japan", is located in the southeast of Hyogo Prefecture. It is one of the prefecture's main tourist destinations, with its international history, wonderful hiking trails, and wonderful views of Kobe and Osaka. On top of Mt. Rokko, there are many observation spots overlooking the city of Kobe and Osaka, and the panoramic view is overwhelming! There are also plenty of spots where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks while looking at the beautiful night view, so you can enjoy Kobe with both your eyes and your tongue. 19:30 ▼ Return to Osaka city and disband in the Shinsaibashi/Dotonbori area/The tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel in Osaka city. 20:30 ▼The day's itinerary comes to a fun end!

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• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 13:00

Nadagogo, Japan's number one sake brewery, is a mecca for sake lovers, where you can enjoy free tours and tastings of more than 10 sake breweries. Sake breweries gather along the Hanshin Railway lines, and the roads are flat, making it perfect for walking around town.If you come to Kansai, please try it once. Sake made from high-quality sake rice (Yamada Nishiki) suitable for sake brewing and high-quality underground water rich in minerals. This is a tour around Nada, which has prospered as a famous sake production area since the Edo period because of its port.・A walking tour of Japan's No. 1 sake brewery, Nada Sake Brewery・Please try this tour where you can learn trivia, history, manufacturing process and more.・10 free tastings included, so be careful not to drink too much.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:45

Takeno Town is located just 10 minutes by train from Kinosaki Onsen. Along the coast of Takeno-cho, Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, there is not only the beautiful color of the sea, but also a variety of geology and topography from the formation of the Sea of ​​Japan to the present day. In addition, Takeno-cho still has a townscape of houses made of roasted cedar boards that have been passed down since ancient times, and the townscape still has the atmosphere of a small Japanese fishing port. In Takeno, a quiet town where old Japanese houses still remain, you can experience a variety of activities that allow you to experience the Japanese countryside. List of activities (city guide/fishing experience/fishing boat cruising/geo canoeing (*not available in winter)

• Age 7～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 14:10

[Walk with the guide and discover! Charm of Awaji ~Kariya Course~] Kariya is located in the northeastern part of Awaji Island and has prospered as a fishing town since ancient times. You can experience calligraphy at "Choonji", which is located on the hill of the temporary house and has valuable books of celebrities who became models for novels. This is a town walking tour that touches on the history and culture of Awaji. The chief priest of Choonji is a famous calligrapher. You can enjoy calligraphy as if you were drawing a picture, freely and according to your heart. Main course Meet at Minami-no-Machi bus stop on the Awagami Awahime Bus ⇒ Calligraphy experience at Choonji Temple and visit Sazo Idemitsu's book ⇒ Kotoshironushi Shrine ⇒ Sennenichi Sake Brewery (sake brewery tour and sake tasting) ⇒ dissolution

• For Rainy Days

• Age 7～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 12:40

[Walk with the guide and discover! Charm of Awaji ~Parche Kaori no Yakata Course~] Awaji Island, where fragrant wood was first introduced to Japan, is now a local industry for incense sticks and incense, and boasts the highest production volume in Japan. After seeing various exhibits related to fragrance at the “Parche Kaoru no Yakata”, a facility with the theme of fragrance, you can experience making incense. Afterwards, we will visit a demonstration experiment site where herbs are grown in a medium made from recycled polyester fibers. Main course Meet at the "Parche Kaori no Yakata/Parche Kaori no Yu" bus stop on the "Awagami Awahime Bus" ⇒ Visit the facility ⇒ Experience making incense ⇒ Visit the greenhouse ⇒ Visit "STYLEM AGRI LABO" ⇒ Dismiss at the site * "Parche" The "Awagami Awahime Bus Southern Sightseeing Tour", which stops at the Kaori no Yakata/Parche Kaori no Yu bus stop, operates only on weekends and holidays from March 19th to November 3rd.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 7～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 13:15

[Walk with the guide and discover! Charm of Awaji ~Iwaya Course~] ``Eshima'', one of the traditional places of ``Onokoro Island'', which is said to be the first land in Japan, and ``Iwakushi Shrine'', which is said to be the home of Mr. Ebisu of Nishinomiya. and "Ebisu-sama", and the retro townscape of "Iwaya Shopping Street", which prospered as the gateway to Awaji Island, with a guide staff. Main course Meet at "Iwaya Port Terminal" bus stop of "Awagami Awahime Bus" ⇒ Eshima ⇒ Iwakusu Shrine and Ebisu ⇒ Stroll around Iwaya Shopping Street ⇒ End at "Awajishima Tacoste"

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• Age 12～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

About 150 years ago, along with the opening of the port of Kobe, the foreign settlement was established as a residence and workplace for foreigners. Please take a stroll through the exotic streets filled with retro buildings from the Taisho to Showa periods, including the 15th building, which is the only remaining building from the former settlement period. ~Time schedule~ 10:00 [Meet in front of Hanadokei in Higashi Yuenchi: Immediately outside C8 exit of Sannomiya station underpass] The tour starts here! Although the road is flat, you will walk about 2 kilometers, so please wear comfortable shoes on the day. 10:10 [Japan Pearl Hall] Built in 1952, a nationally registered tangible cultural property. It can be said that it is a mecca for pearl processing in Kobe's local industry, and the building has a historical atmosphere. 10:25 [Kobe City Museum] This museum is a nationally registered tangible cultural property that was built in 1935 and was built in the former Yokohama Specie Bank Kobe Branch. The ancient Greek-style exterior with 6 Doric semi-columns and the entrance of the colonnade reminiscent of the time when it was a bank are impressive. 10:50 [Former Kobe Settlement 15th Building] Nationally designated important cultural property built around Meiji 13. The building was used as the American Consulate in its early days, and has a colonial-style exterior with an open verandah on the south side of the second floor. Although it was completely destroyed in the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, 70% of the materials used before the collapse were used to return to its original state. 10:55 [Shinko Building] Completed in 1939 as the headquarters building of Kawasaki Kisen. Characterized by its simple design, the art deco-style penthouse on the southeast corner of the roof accentuates the scenery of Kaigandori. 11:00 [Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Building] A landmark of the port town of Kobe. It is an elegant and gorgeous building with impressive stonework (rustica) on the first floor and elegant terracotta decoration on the second and higher floors. The designer, Setsu Watanabe, visited Europe and the United States when designing this building, and decided on an American Renaissance style architecture. Celebrating the 100th anniversary of its completion in April 2022, it is still in operation as an active office building. . One of the buildings representing Kaigandori. Built as Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Kobe branch building, designed by Kozo Kawai. 11:20 [Kobe Meriken Park] "Meriken Park" and "Harborland", where you can find photogenic landmarks that represent Kobe, are areas you should visit first when you come to Kobe for sightseeing. Take a leisurely walk along the coast while feeling the sea breeze, board a cruise ship and view the cityscape of Kobe from the sea, or enjoy the glittering night view at night. No matter what time of the day you come, you can enjoy the atmosphere of the port town of Kobe.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

About 150 years ago, along with the opening of the port of Kobe, the foreign settlement was established as a residence and workplace for foreigners. Please take a stroll through the exotic streets filled with retro buildings from the Taisho to Showa periods, including the 15th building, which is the only remaining building from the former settlement period. ~Time schedule~ 10:00 [Meet in front of Hanadokei in Higashi Yuenchi: Immediately outside C8 exit of Sannomiya station underpass] The tour starts here! Although the road is flat, you will walk about 2 kilometers, so please wear comfortable shoes on the day. 10:10 [Japan Pearl Hall] Built in 1952, a nationally registered tangible cultural property. It can be said that it is a mecca for pearl processing in Kobe's local industry, and the building has a historical atmosphere. 10:25 [Kobe City Museum] This museum is a nationally registered tangible cultural property that was built in 1935 and was built in the former Yokohama Specie Bank Kobe Branch. The ancient Greek-style exterior with 6 Doric semi-columns and the entrance of the colonnade reminiscent of the time when it was a bank are impressive. 10:50 [Former Kobe Settlement 15th Building] Nationally designated important cultural property built around Meiji 13. The building was used as the American Consulate in its early days, and has a colonial-style exterior with an open verandah on the south side of the second floor. Although it was completely destroyed in the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, 70% of the materials used before the collapse were used to return to its original state. 10:55 [Shinko Building] Completed in 1939 as the headquarters building of Kawasaki Kisen. Characterized by its simple design, the art deco-style penthouse on the southeast corner of the roof accentuates the scenery of Kaigandori. 11:00 [Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Building] A landmark of the port town of Kobe. It is an elegant and gorgeous building with impressive stonework (rustica) on the first floor and elegant terracotta decoration on the second and higher floors. The designer, Setsu Watanabe, visited Europe and the United States when designing this building, and decided on an American Renaissance style architecture. Celebrating the 100th anniversary of its completion in April 2022, it is still in operation as an active office building. . One of the buildings representing Kaigandori. Built as Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Kobe branch building, designed by Kozo Kawai. 11:15 [Former Foreign Settlement 38th Building] Completed in 1929 as the National City Bank Kobe Branch. Designed by Vories Architectural Office, which has worked on Kobe Jogakuin and Kwansei Gakuin University. 11:20 [Kobe Foreign Settlement Ruins Monument] This monument was erected on April 25, 1967 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the opening of the port of Kobe. 11:35 [Chinatown Nankinmachi] Along with Yokohama Chinatown and Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown, Nankinmachi is counted as one of the three major Chinatowns in Japan. It is a popular tourist area with a wide variety of stores selling Chinese food, miscellaneous goods, and dishes.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30

[Kiyoshikojin Seichoji Temple] Since ancient times, fire, which is indispensable for people's lives, has been revered as a sacred thing that purifies all things. The furnace (kitchen), which handles fire, is the center of the home and company. Kojin faith brings benefits such as family safety, business prosperity, and good luck in warding off evil. Why don't you visit Kiyoshikojin Seichoji Temple at least once in your life?

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00

When most people think of Takarazuka, they think of the Takarazuka Revue, but surprisingly, there are not only operas, but also hot springs, memorial halls, and other attractions around Takarazuka Station. After the performance in Takarazuka, why don't you take a walk around the city from a different side with a tour guide? There will surely be new discoveries! ~Time schedule~ 13:00 [Meet in front of the Hankyu Takarazuka station ticket gate] The tour starts here! Although the road is flat, you will walk about 2 kilometers, so please wear comfortable shoes on the day. 13:10 [Birthplace of Carbonated Rice Crackers and Wilkinson Vending Machine] The popular carbonated water "Wilkinson Tansan" when drinking a highball. Did you know that this "Wilkinson Tansan" originated in Takarazuka? In front of Takarazuka Onsen, there is an all-Wilkinson vending machine only here in Japan. 13:20 [Takarazuka Onsen Hotel Wakamizu] During the Showa era, Takarazuka Family Land and hot springs were located along the Muko River, and it was a prosperous resort. There are only a few hotels in operation now, but the atmosphere of the hot spring town of yesteryear still lingers in the air. 13:40 [Takarazuka Ohashi] After passing Takarazuka Onsen, a large tower apartment is currently under construction on the site where the "Takarazuka Hotel", which was founded in 1923, used to be. Please take a look at the town of Takarazuka, which has been renewed with the changing times. The view from Takarazuka Bridge is a great photo spot. The set of Takarazuka Opera, Hankyu Railway and Mukogawa can only be seen here. The sidewalk of Ohashi is also spacious, so you can take pictures slowly. (Every 30 minutes on the hour, the fountain "Big Phoenix" rises from the Muko River, so if you're lucky, you can see it.) 13:55 [Tezuka Osamu Memorial Museum] Did you know that Mr. Osamu Tezuka was actually from Takarazuka? Uka Born in Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture in 1928, I lived in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture from the age of 5, when I was just starting to understand things, to my sensitive boyhood, and until I was about to enter adulthood when I was 24. A museum has been built in Takarazuka to commemorate his achievements, not only as a city where he once lived, but also as a city that gave the underlying theme of all Tezuka manga. 14:40 [Hana no Michi] I think it goes without saying for Takarazuka fans, but it seems that Hana no Michi also means a flower path to the Takarazuka Grand Theater. It is truly a “flower path to the world of dreams”. There are bronze statues of opera performances such as "The Rose of Versailles" and a bronze statue of "Ichizo Kobayashi", the founder of Hankyu Corporation and the Takarazuka Revue. 14:50 [Takarazuka Hotel] There is a newly relocated Takarazuka Hotel in the middle of Hananomichi. In 2009, the Takarazuka Hotel was selected as the official hotel of the Takarazuka Grand Theater with the concept of "continuing your dreams here." Please take a look at the dignified appearance. 15:00 [Arrival at Takarazuka Station]

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 13:00

A visit to a sake brewery is a must on any trip to the Kansai region of Japan. Nada Ward in Kobe City is the place with the largest production of sake in Japan, and there are about 30 sake breweries in the area called "Nada Gogo", which stretches 24km from east to west. The history of sake brewing dates back to around 1330. Speaking of "Nada's sake", it is so famous that it appears in classic rakugo, and Nada is blessed with various conditions suitable for sake brewing. Mineral-rich hard water called "Miyamizu", the production area of "Yamada Nishiki", which is famous as "the king of sake rice", and "Rokko Oroshi" blowing down from Mt. Rokko bring a cold and optimal climate. This tour will take you to 3 carefully selected locations and sample over 25 different types of sake. A guide who is familiar with sake and the Nada area will guide you to the profound world of sake. ~ Flow of the day ~ 13:00 Meet in front of the ticket gate of Ishiyagawa Station (Hanshin Line) 13:30 1st place Sake brewery With a history of over 250 years, it is the smallest sake brewery in Nada Ward, and the production volume is 1.8 bottles ( 1.8L) It is a small scale of about 40,000 bottles. Although the scale is small, there are well-known high-quality brands that are known all over Japan. You will be able to taste mainly unpasteurized sake (liquor with live yeast) that can only be enjoyed in Japan. This yuzu sake is the best! *We are not open on Saturdays and Sundays, so we will take you to another sake brewery. note that. 14:00 2nd place Sake brewery Founded in 1751, the president is the 13th generation brewery. There are a wide variety of authentic sake, including "Junmai Ginjo", which has been served at the Nobel Prize banquet five times in the past. The souvenir corner has a wide variety of snacks, sake bottles, masu, and more. Tasting with an explanation from the brewer is always very popular with tourists! 15:00 3rd Place Sake Brewery This is the biggest sake brewery in Japan. There is a museum that exhibits the traditional construction methods. Wear a happi coat and take a memorable photo at a commemorative photo spot. 15:30 4th place In Sakagura Nada Ward, it's a small sake brewery, but a sake master with over 60 years of experience will serve you sake. While making traditional, high-quality sake, it is also innovative and rich in variety. For example, there are whiskeys that have been aged in American oak for 14 years, sherry that has been aged in brandy barrels for 14 years, and sake that is a blend of white wine Chardonnay and sake. The image of Japanese sake will be overturned. This is optional, and there is a paid tasting counter. You can enjoy a small plate of cheese made from dairy cows raised on Mt. Rokko and the finest Shizukuzake. 16:30 Leave Uozaki Station (Hanshin Line)

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