Kobe Customized Private Tour by Car — Guide Norio

Title: What's a Private Kobe Day Tour Like? A Japan Guide Agency Licensed Guide's Report

The guests were a group visiting Japan from Asia. After meeting at the Hotel, we went to the Nunobiki Herb Garden in Kobe. One of the guests continued working on a laptop even at the herb garden, and returned to the Hotel afterward, as they seemed quite busy with work.

At this point, one of the guests said they wanted to visit the LOVOT store, so we went to the LOVOT store at the Kobe Hankyu location. A LOVOT appears to be a kind of "pet robot," but according to the staff's explanation, only a Japanese-language version was available at present, so no purchase was made.

Next was lunch at the Motomachi shopping arcade. One of the guests wished to have sushi, so we went to a sushi restaurant. Some of the other guests went to a different restaurant.

After lunch, we visited Sorakuen Garden. Here the guest who had been working rejoined us, and together the group visited Ikuta Shrine before returning to the Hotel, ending the tour. We finished a little earlier than the originally scheduled end time, as one of the guests was feeling tired. All of the guests were delighted with the tour.

This private day tour was arranged through [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/), one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides, serving all 47 prefectures. Winner of Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

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Tour Report by Norio

Hello, my name is Norio Oki, a Government-Certified Tour Guide in Japan.
I specialize in guiding visitors through the beautiful and historic regions of Himeji and Kobe.

My expertise includes Japanese history, traditional culture, castles, and sake. I enjoy sharing not only facts, but also the stories and spirit behind each place.

In Himeji, I offer guided tours of Himeji Castle, Kokoen Garden, Shoshazan Engyoji Temple, and Nadagiku Sake Brewery.
In Kobe, I guide guests through the Nada Sake Breweries area, Mt. Rokko, Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Harborland, Meriken Park, the Kitano District, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and the lively Motomachi Shopping Street.

Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or local experiences, I will create a personalized tour tailored to your interests.

If you’re planning to visit Himeji or Kobe, I would be delighted to be your guide.
I look forward to meeting you soon!