1-Day Night View Vacation Tour of Kobe from Osaka: Mosaic Ferris Wheel, Kitano Ijinkan Street, Arima Hot Spring and Mount Rokko | Minimum 4

Product Code: 672498

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Go late and come back late, suitable for vacations where you can sleep until you wake up naturally, for a group of 4 people
    • A panoramic view of Kitano Ijinkan Street, Kobe Port, Arima Hot Spring, and Mount Rokko at night
    • Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Osaka city, no more worrying about route planning and complicated public transportation
    • Local professional "veteran" Chinese drivers provide reliable and considerate services and learn more about the local customs and customs of Japan.
Tour Code
672498
Duration
1 day
Departure City
Osaka
End City
Osaka
Tour Type
Bus/Coach
Language
Chinese, English
Available options

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Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Quality: Budget Friendly

Experience the most affordable tour service and accommodation with fast-paced itineraries. Enjoy budget hotels, certified guides, and included transportation. Please note that a mandatory service fee and additional costs for optional activities may apply.

Itinerary


Winter Time: 10:30/Summer Time: 11:30 Osaka    
(Departure time may change depending on the time of darkness in winter and summer.)
During Winter Time (from October 16th to May 14th):
Meeting Point Pickup/Drop-off, Hotel/Airbnb Pickup/Drop-off, and Transfer Package: 10:30 at Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area).
During Summer Time (from May 15th to October 15th):
Meeting Point Pickup/Drop-off, Hotel/Airbnb Pickup/Drop-off, and Transfer Package: 11:30 at Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area).
The schedule will be delayed by approximately 1 hour.
Hotel and B&B pick-up/drop-off/pick-up package: 09:30-11:00
Hotel/Airbnb Pickup/Transfer Package: Hotels/Airbnbs within Osaka Loop Line (please inquire separately for locations outside the Loop Line).
Note: There will be no wait at the meeting point, so it is recommended to wait at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure.
The pick-up order and time will be arranged by the driver based on the driving distance and other circumstances. Please understand and cooperate with each other and follow the driver's arrangements.
Winter Time: 12:00/Summer Time: 13:00 Kobe    
Kobe Port. Mosaic Ferris Wheel (About 2.5 hours, including lunch time on your own, free to move around)
Kobe Port is one of the most important industrial and commercial ports in Japan. It has been an area where foreigners have lived since the Meiji era, and is full of exotic customs. The buildings in the port area are famous for their modern design and lighting effects. Among them, the Kobe Port Tower, Maritime Museum and Mosaic Ferris Wheel are the iconic architectural landscapes of Kobe Port. It is very pleasant to enjoy the sea breeze on the seaside promenade, stroll around and spend a leisurely afternoon.
Mosaic ferris wheel
One of the landmarks of Kobe Minato is this bright red Ferris wheel facility. The former mini amusement park was called Mosaic Garden, so it is often called the Mosaic Ferris Wheel. After the amusement park closed in 2013, the Ferris wheel, as a landmark of Kobe, was managed and operated by surrounding shopping malls. This is also a great place to enjoy the night view of Kobe, and the night ride is very romantic.
Tickets are 800 yen per time, children under 3 years old are free (Please bear your own expenses) Opening hours 10:00-22:00 (ticket sales stop 15 minutes before closing)
Recommended food: Kobe beef
Kobe beef, probably the most delicious in the worldWagyu, its melt-in-your-mouth texture is unforgettable. lie inHyogo PrefectureofTajima, is the bestWagyuOne of the origins of Japan, it specializes in breeding Wagyu beef that reaches the level of "Kobe beef". To meet the standard of "Kobe beef", the most basic condition is that the cattle must be born and raised in Hyogo Prefecture and have pure Tajima beef blood. For every calf born, the government will issue a "cattle registration certificate", listing the pedigree and having a nose print.
Winter Time: 14:30/Summer Time: 15:30 Kobe    
Kitano Ijinkan Street (about 1 hour)
A large number of Western-style buildings were built in Kobe during the Meiji and Taisho periods. Currently, the Kitano generation in Chuo Ward has the most complete preservation. The area from Yamamoto-dori 1-chome to 3-chome in Kitano is called Kitano Ijinkan Street. Most of them were private residences of foreign businessmen or foreign embassies and consulates. Walking up the mountain along Kitano-dori or Ijinkan-dori, many small Western-style buildings will appear in front of you one by one. Some of them have been transformed into museums or art galleries, while others maintain their original layout and are open to the public. Boutiques, coffee shops, small restaurants and flower shops are dotted between the western-style houses. The entire area is filled with an elegant and exotic atmosphere. It’s like a small European town, perfect for walking.
Starbucks Kitano Ijinkan concept store—the first Starbucks in Japan
The building was built in 1907 and has a history of more than 100 years. It was originally an American mansion and was later bought by a German baker. After his son inherited it, it was converted into a coffee shop on the first floor and information on the second floor. Western-style pavilion on display. Later, it collapsed during the Great Hanshin Earthquake in 1995. It was finally restored at the original location and applied to become a national tangible cultural property facility of Japan. In 2009, Starbucks transformed this legendary building into the oldest Starbucks store: Kobe Kitano Ijinkan Store.
Recommended tours:
Wind View Chicken Restaurant (Ticket at your own expense: 500 yen, combined ticket with Menghuang Museum 650 yen)
The Kazami Chicken House is the symbol of Kitano Ijinkan and is listed as an important cultural property of Japan. In addition to its steady and majestic architectural features, its interior structure is also worth seeing. The architect used Art Nouveau elements from the early 20th century to make the whole house look very luxurious and elegant, but also lively and comfortable. Kazamijikan is the residence of Gottfried Thomas, a German trader who lived in Kobe during the Meiji period. The two-story bungalow has bright red tiled exterior walls and wooden spires, and its appearance is very prominent among the many bungalows in Yijinkan. The place got its name from the iron Kazami chicken on the roof.
Menghuang Pavilion(Ticket at your own expense: 350 yen, combined ticket with Kazami Chicken Restaurant 650 yen)
Moehokan was the private residence of Hunter Sharp, the U.S. Consul General in Kobe during the Meiji era. It was named after the color of its exterior wall (Moehokan in Japanese means light green color). The walls are painted in different colors in each room, and the mantelpieces are also different in various colors. The originality is impressive. Designated as an important cultural property. The second floor of Menghuangkan overlooks the beautiful street view of Kobe.
Fish scale house(Tickets are at your own expense: 1,050 yen)
The first Ijinkan to open in Kobe, it was so called because the natural stone slabs covering the exterior walls looked very much like fish scales. It has been designated as a national tangible cultural property and one of the 100 Best Hyogo Residences. One of the art galleries is located in the west, and has long-term exhibitions of a large number of masterpieces of modern and European paintings, including large landscapes by Trojan (Barbizon School), Matisse, Utrillo, Buffet and others.
Winter Time: 16:30/Summer Time: 17:30 Kobe    
Arima Hot Spring (About 1.5 hours, free time)
Arima Onsen is one of the three oldest hot spring towns in Japan. Its history can be traced back thousands of years. It has been loved by people since ancient times because of its good geographical environment. The hot spring streets lined with ancient inns, souvenir shops, and temples are full of sulfur smoke, and the shrines and temples are full of ancient flavor. Strolling through the charming streets of Arima, and wandering through the long and rich Japanese history, it feels like you have arrived in a paradise. You can see the continuous steam rising up everywhere on the streets, marking various types of hot springs, and you can also taste various delicacies in the prosperous hot spring town. In addition to enjoying a leisurely stroll through the old streets, of course you can't come here without experiencing the hot springs. The most famous public baths in Arima are Kinnoyu and Ginnoyu, as well as various themed large baths where you can enjoy a variety of hot springs.
*Recommended for Japanese hot springs
Taiko no SoupAddress: 292-2 Ikenojiri, Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe City, covering an area of ​​about 7,000 square meters. It is the largest hot spring theme park in the Arima area. The "Three Famous Springs of Arima" in the facility are gold spring, silver spring and carbonated spring. Planting hot springs allows you to enjoy the fun of soaking in hot springs. Fee: 2,400 yen on weekdays, 2,600 yen on weekends and holidays.
Winter Time: 18:00/Summer Time: 19:00 Mount Rokko    
Night view of Mount Rokko(about 1.5 hours)
Mount Rokko is located near Kobe. The mountainous area is designated as the Seto Inland Sea National Park. It is the best place to see the night view of Kobe. It is said to be one of the three night view spots in Japan. After reaching the top of the mountain, you can overlook Kobe, Osaka and Kyoto. In addition to the night view, Mount Rokko also has some other facilities, such as Kanakakan Rokko, Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, Rotating Ten Kingdoms Observation Deck, etc. It is also the largest outdoor leisure resort in the Kansai region.
Mount Rokko Cable Car
(Due to the rugged mountain road, it is easy to get motion sickness when taking the bus up the mountain. Please experience the unique Mount Rokko Cable Car at your own expense)
Business hours: 7:10-21:10 Regular holidays: None
Fee reference: One way adults 600 yen, children 300 yen; round trip adults 1100 yen, children 550 yen.
Mount Rokko Sky Observation Deck 
Mount Rokko Sky Observation Deck was named by Emperor Showa in 1981 (Showa 56) and is located next to the Rokko Cable Sanjo Station. It is one of the three recommended spots on Rokko Mountain for viewing the night scenery (open year-round, with free admission). In 1953 (Showa 28), the night view of Kobe was rated as a "Million Dollar Night View," based on the fact that the electricity cost of the view seen from Rokko Mountain exceeded one million dollars per month (at that time, 1 USD = 360 JPY). By 2005 (Heisei 17), the electricity cost of the night view per day exceeded ten million dollars (1 USD = 110 JPY), earning Kobe's night view the even more impressive title of the "10 Million Dollar Night View." The view extends clearly from Wakayama to the Akashi Strait!
Winter Time: 19:30/Summer Time: 20:30 return    
Depart and return to Shinsaibashi Dotonbori area for disembarkation or end the trip at your hotel in Osaka city.
VIPs can choose to spend about 1 hour in the Shinsaibashi area of ​​Osaka.
Guests who choose the hotel pick-up and drop-off package will end the trip directly (it will be deemed as giving up the hotel drop-off service, and the pick-up and drop-off fee will not be refunded)
Guests who took the boarding and alighting package will be gathered in the Shinsaibashi area to end their trip.
If you are not visiting Shinsaibashi, you need to send it back to your hotel or B&B./VIP guests of the transfer package please wait for the shuttle bus to arrive and arrange to return to the hotel./The trip ends at the B&B.

Shinsaibashi: The most famous shopping street in Osaka is home to large department stores, chain drugstores, old brand stores and small shops. Products of all grades and styles are available, and Hello Kitty and Disney stores are also located here. This is also a gathering place for drugstores that girls like, and you can buy cosmetics and skin care products at will. Most stores are equipped with Chinese shopping guides and support UnionPay card payment, so you can enjoy shopping easily.
Dotonbori: Synonymous with Osaka's cuisine, this street never has a rest, whether it's day or night. As the birthplace of the Osaka people's so-called "eat-down" food culture, Dotonbori has many delicious snacks such as octopus balls, okonomiyaki, Jinlong ramen, etc., as well as traditional Japanese izakayas and various Internet celebrity restaurants, such as the popular The popular crab dish among Chinese people.
Winter Time: 20:30/Summer Time: 21:30 Osaka    
A happy end to the day's itinerary!

 

Tips:
  • The above itinerary schedule may be adjusted due to weather conditions, road conditions, etc. (The return time is for reference only and may be earlier due to smooth travel and good road conditions on the day.)
  • Due to the high season in Japan, traffic congestion is quite severe. There is often heavy traffic on the return journey, sometimes causing delays of 2-3 hours. It is not recommended for guests to book other activities on the evening of the itinerary end, as it may disrupt the schedule.

Visiting Attractions

  • Kobe Port Kobe Port
  • Kitano-cho Kitano-cho
  • Arima Onsen Arima Onsen
  • Mount Rokkō Mount Rokkō

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Mosaic Ferris Wheel Admission fee: 800 yen/adult, Free for child(under 3); Open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (ticket sales stop 15 minutes before closing).
Kitano Ijinkan Street Wind View Chicken Restaurant: 500 yen, or 650 yen for a combined ticket with Menghuang Pavilion Menghuang Pavilion: 350 yen, or 650 yen for a combined ticket with Wind View Chicken Restaurant Fish scale house: 1,050 yen
Arima Hot Spring Day Return Hot Spring Weekdays: Adults (60-minute package: 2,090 yen), Children (Elementary school students: 1,239 yen), Toddlers (3-5 years old: 440 yen) Weekends and Holidays: Adults (60-minute package: 2,200 yen), Children (Elementary school students: 1,430 yen), Toddlers (3-5 years old: 550 yen) Special Days: New Year (January 1-3), Golden Week (May 3-5), Obon Festival (August 10-15) Adults: 3,300 yen, Children (Elementary school students: 1,430 yen), Toddlers (3-5 years old: 550 yen) Payment can be made by credit card (VISA, JCB, etc.), PayPay, LINE Pay, or cash.
Rokko Mountain Cable Car One-way: Adults 600 yen, Children 300 yen Round-trip: Adults 1,100 yen, Children 550 yen
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

Meeting Point

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Time Region Location Full Address
10:30AM Osaka(During Winter Time from October 16 to May 14) Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area)

Meeting Point Pick-up and Drop-off Package

09:30AM - 11:00AM Osaka Hotel and B&B pick-up package

Hotel and Airbnb Pick-up and Drop-off Package

11:30AM Osaka(During Summer Time from May 15 to October 15) Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area)

Meeting Point Pick-up and Drop-off Package

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary
    • Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls
    • Vehicle service time: within 10 hours (Japanese law)
    • Driver service fee (exquisite small group of 1-13 people; bus group of 14-45 people, actual will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on that day)
    • Reference models: 5-8-seat cars: Toyota Alphard; 9-14-seat cars: Toyota HAICE equivalent; 18-22-seat cars: small buses; 22-seat cars and above: large buses. The above vehicles are for reference only. The actual Adjusted according to the number of people traveling on the day
    • Children aged 0-2 are free of charge without occupying a seat; please inform in advance; children aged 3 and above are treated as adults

Package Excludes

    •  Accommodation expenses, meals, attraction tickets, local self-funded projects and other personal consumption expenses
    • It is not recommended to carry luggage during a one-day trip
      If you need to carry one piece of luggage, each person can bring one piece for free, regardless of size. Please make a clear note when registering. If there is no note when registering or if the amount exceeds one piece per person, an extra 100 yuan will be charged;
      If you do not explain in advance the number of children under 3 years old who will not occupy seats and the number of luggage, resulting in insufficient space in the car, you will be refused boarding and the fare will not be refunded.
    • Other items not mentioned in the fee included

Special Notes

    Precautions:
    (1)After the order is confirmed, the date cannot be changed arbitrarily, and you will be responsible for any losses incurred.
    (2)Be sure to provide complete information (name + number of people + phone number + WeChat ID + pick-up location) when making a reservation to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.
    (3) During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
    (4) Elderly people, patients with cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, heart disease, and pregnant women are advised to be accompanied by relatives.
    (5) This trip does not accept solo registration from customers under the age of 18. If you want to register, please ask your guardian to sign up for this trip together.
    (6) This itinerary is a fixed itinerary for carpooling. Customers who are also participating in this itinerary must abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the driver's arrangements.
    If you want to flexibly adjust your itinerary, please refer to our chartered tour service.
    (6) Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
    (7) If a person leaves the group on his own during the trip, the transaction will be deemed invalid and no fees will be refunded. And if this results in personal or property safety, you must bear the consequences yourself.
    (8) The arrival time of each trip may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. If the trip is delayed or canceled due to the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, please forgive me and you will not be able to request a refund on this basis. cost.
    (9) Please wear light, suitable travel clothing and shoes to participate in this trip.
    (10) Please be sure to abide by local laws and regulations in Japan, and do not carry items prohibited by Japanese law to avoid violating the law and affecting your own rights and interests.
    (11) When moving freely, you should pay attention to your own personal and property safety. If you fail to listen to advice and an accident occurs or causes losses, you will be responsible for the consequences.
    Crowd description
    1. Seniors aged 70 years and above (inclusive) must ensure that they are in good health and suitable to travel, and must be accompanied by family members or friends over the age of 22 throughout the trip.
    2. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult passenger throughout the trip.
    3. The elderly need a health certificate. To check the health certificate, please fill it out and submit it to the registration office before traveling (electronic version is available).
    4. Pregnant women, people with heart disease, fear of heights and other special groups are not suitable to participate in this tour. There is a risk of being rejected. Please book with caution.
    5. This product can be booked by non-mainland guests, but it does not provide language services other than Chinese and Japanese. Please understand.
    Travel Instructions
    1. Pick-up/Gathering
    Please be sure to gather at the designated pick-up location at the designated time and do not be late. This product cannot be returned, changed, transferred to other flights, or participated in mid-trip. If you are unable to participate in this itinerary due to your own reasons, you will be responsible for the corresponding losses. Please understand.
    2. Things to know when traveling
    1) During the group itinerary, you are not allowed to leave the group in advance or leave the group midway. If you choose to leave the group midway, the unfinished part will be deemed to have been abandoned by you, and no fees will be refunded. Any consequences that may occur after the tourists leave the group or leave the group Please be aware that you are solely responsible for any accidents.
    2) During peak tourist seasons or other special circumstances, the departure time of the itinerary may be advanced or slightly delayed (the specific departure time is subject to the tour guide's notification), so please be prepared in advance.
    3) The transportation, sightseeing and stay time involved in the itinerary are subject to the actual situation on the day. In the event of special circumstances (such as traffic jams, weather conditions, etc.), without reducing the number of attractions in the itinerary, the tour guide may reasonably adjust the order of attractions in the itinerary based on the actual situation and with the consent of the guest.
    1) This itinerary does not include meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Please note that some restaurants do not allow outside food to be brought into the restaurant or they only occupy seats without ordering.
    3. Local customs/regulations
    Please respect local cultural customs when traveling.
    4. Weather
    1) This product may be adjusted according to weather and other factors. For your safety, the staff has the right to ask guests to suspend outdoor activities and communicate with you to make other arrangements. The specific situation will be subject to the actual situation on the day.
    2) In the event of bad weather and other force majeure factors, the park may delay or change the operation time of amusement facilities or program performance times without prior notice, and may even cancel some project operations and performances.
    2) The quality of the flowering period is mainly affected by weather conditions. If the best viewing period is not reached, the tour will be dispatched according to the normal schedule. Tourists who are concerned about this please choose to place an order carefully.
    5. Meal
    1) This product does not include meals, please take care of it yourself.
    6. Shopping
    1) During the travel itinerary, there are shopping malls and other shopping places in certain scenic spots, restaurants, rest areas and other areas. The above places are not designated shopping places arranged by travel agencies. Please consume rationally according to your own needs and ask for necessary receipts. If a consumer dispute occurs, you must bear the relevant responsibilities and obligations yourself. sorry for the inconveniences caused!
    2) There may be privately operated entertainment and consumption venues in the destination. Most of these venues do not have legal business qualifications and have various hidden dangers. For your safety and health, please consider consumption carefully.
    Kind tips
    1. Passengers please keep your mobile phone open during the tour so that the relevant reception staff can contact you.
    2. If you have a history of motion sickness or seasickness, it is recommended that you make preparations to prevent and treat motion sickness or seasickness, so as not to affect your pleasant journey.
    3. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes to participate in the activity, and prepare sunscreen, insect repellent lotion, windproof jacket, camera and other items.
    4. Please keep your belongings safe and try not to carry valuables. If they are lost or damaged during the trip, you will be responsible for the loss yourself.
    Safety warning
    Activities such as swimming, rafting, diving, skiing, skating, playing in the snow, etc. all involve certain risks. Before participating, please act according to your own conditions and fully refer to relevant announcements and suggestions from relevant local departments and other professional institutions.

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Reservation Info

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    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

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    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
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    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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