Kobe: Mt Rokko night view & Arima Onsen & Sanda Outlet Tour from Osaka

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Day 1 Departure from Osaka Kobe Port. Mosaic Ferris Wheel Kitano Inhabitant Hall Street Arima Onsen Rokko Mountain Night View Day Trip

• Meet Point

  Departure time may change depending on the time of darkness in winter and summer. Meet up and get off: 10:30 Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area) Hotel and B&B pick-up/drop-off/pick-up package: 09:30-11:00

• Meal

  Not included

• Description

  10:30 Osaka
  Start your beautiful journey today
  Departure time may change depending on the time of darkness in winter and summer.
  
  Meet up and get off: 10:30 Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area)
  Hotel and B&B pick-up/drop-off/pick-up package: 09:30-11:00
  
  ※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.
  
  12:00 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.
  
  14:30 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.
  
  16:30 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
  
  18:00 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 DeckMount Rokko is far away from the city of Kobe. The mountainous area is designated as the Seto Inland Sea National Park. The observatory on the mountain is as high as 737.5 meters above sea level. From here, you can have a panoramic view of Kobe Port at night. It is known as "Japan's three major night view spots" one. On a good day, even the Osaka Plain and the distant Wakayama coastline can be seen. (Tickets: Free)
  Recommended: TENRAN CAFEA casual cafe with stunning views of Mt. Rokko, serving Western-style light meals and desserts
  Although the location is excellent, the price is not expensive. You can drink drinks, eat snacks or buy milk ice cream while waiting for the sun to set. The night lights in the city gradually light up. The process is quiet and beautiful. In addition, you can also drink alcohol at night. Enjoy the $10 million night view, and music and art events will also be held from time to time. Business hours: Monday ~ Sunday: 11:00 ~ 20:30, per capita consumption: dinner: 1,000 ~ 1,999 yen; lunch: 0 ~ 999 yen
  
  19:30 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.
  
  20:30 Osaka
  A happy end to the day's itinerary!

• Return

  19:30 return Depart and return to Shinsaibashi Dotonbori area for disembarkation or end the trip at your hotel in Osaka city.

• Things to Know
  • *The above itinerary schedule may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions and other reasons, please understand.