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URA*KOBE Japan’s Rural History and Hiking 20% OFF

Location Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$436.80
$546
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Yamada Village, located in the northern Rokko foothills, offers a glimpse into Japan's timeless countryside. With a farming history dating back to the Yayoi period, this village is a hidden gem just a short ride from Kobe.

  • 🌾 Experience hands-on rice ball making at the 100-year-old Satoyama Experience House, also known as Kerekele, using locally grown rice.
  • 🎭 Visit the Shimotaniue Kabuki Stage at Amatsuhikone Shrine, a thatched-roof venue still used for local festivals, showcasing a unique form of kabuki.
  • 🕊️ Walk through the serene Rokujo Hachimangu Shrine, where Shinto and Buddhism coexist, offering a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by ancient trees.
  • 🚉 Convenient pickup from Sannomiya, with optional pickup from Osaka available upon request, making your journey hassle-free.
  • 📍 Travel by train or bus to Minotani Station, where scenic views of the Tanjo mountains await you.
  • 🔍 Discover the rich connection between nature, faith, and sustainable rural life throughout the tour.
  • 🗺️ The tour lasts approximately 7 hours, providing ample time to soak in the cultural and historical significance of the area.
  • 👶 Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, ensuring comfort for families during the experience.
  • 💬 National Licensed English-speaking guide included, with options for other languages available upon request.

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Hidden Hills of Ura Kobe Discover Shrines and Quiet Villages
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
  • Hotel Pickup
  • You can enjoy a hands-on experience making rice balls.
  • Admission Fee
  • Public Transportation fee
  • Personal Expenses

  • You will take a train or a bus to Minotani Station.
  • Walk through the scenic satoyama backed by the Tanjo mountains and visit the Shimotanigami Rural Kabuki Stage inside Amatsuhikone Shrine. This thatched-roof stage, still used for local festivals and rituals, preserves a unique form of kabuki once performed as a sacred offering. Discover the deep connection between nature, faith, and sustainable rural life.
  • Visit the Satoyama Experience House (known locally as Sumibiraki House Kerekele), a beautifully restored 100-year-old farmhouse in the hills of northern Kobe. Join a hands-on experience making onigiri (rice balls) with locally grown rice. Through this simple yet heartfelt activity, learn about rural traditions and the sustainable lifestyle rooted in this region.
  • Rokujō Hachimangū Shrine, located in the heart of Yamada Town, dates back nearly 1,000 years. Surrounded by a quiet forest, the site exudes a timeless atmosphere. Unique for its coexistence of Shinto and Buddhist structures, the shrine reflects Japan’s once-unified religious traditions. The deity enshrined here is also worshipped at the summit of nearby Mt. Tanjo
  • You will take a train or a bus to Sannomiya Station.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    URA*KOBE Japan’s Rural History and Hiking 20% OFF

    Location Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $436.80
    $546
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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