URA*KOBE Japan’s Rural History and Hiking

7 hours

Challenging

Step into Japan's timeless countryside—just a short ride from Kobe.
Yamada Village, in the northern Rokko foothills, has a farming history dating back to the Yayoi period. Once a major rice supplier to Kobe, its terraced fields and thatched-roof houses still reflect a lifestyle rooted in nature and Shinto beliefs.
This tour explores three cultural gems: make rice balls at the 100-year-old Satoyama Experience House (Kerekele), visit the Shimotaniue Kabuki Stage at Amatsuhikone Shrine, and walk through the peaceful Rokujo Hachimangu Shrine, where Shinto and Buddhism coexist.
The tour begins in Sannomiya with your guide. Pickup from Osaka is also available upon request.

*In Japanese, "URA" means the "back" or "hidden part," which is the opposite of "OMOTE", meaning the front. It's like something quietly sitting just behind or right next to a place. So, "URA*KOBE" is about a village that's like a special, untouched treasure, quietly found on the "URA" side of the modern big city of Kobe.
What's included?
  • Food & drinks
National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
Public Transportation fee
Hotel Pickup
Admission Fee
You can enjoy a hands-on experience making rice balls.
Exclusions
    Personal Expenses
    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Animals or pets allowed
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Infant seats available
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Not recommended for people with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
    • 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.
    • Please show the ticket to the guide when you meet.
    • The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby with your name sign. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
    What to bring