Hi, I’m Taiga
Hi, I’m Taiga
I’ve lived in Kobe for 23 years
I speak English, Mandarin, Japanese
I am Private business owner
Hi, I’m Taiga, your friendly guide to the vibrant city of Kobe! What I love most about Kobe is its fascinating blend of history, nature, and modern charm. From the historical hillside spots to breathtaking waterfalls, zoos, and aquariums, there’s always something new to explore. The harborfront is a personal favorite—there’s nothing like enjoying a glass of wine while feeling the sea breeze and watching a street performance. I’m a huge fan of food and love introducing visitors to Kobe’s world-class eateries, sake breweries, and the lush herb gardens. I also know the surrounding areas like Himeji, Sanda, Ashiya, Nishinomiya, and Akashi like the back of my hand. I can’t resist sharing my passion for udon noodles and fresh seafood. Kobe has my heart, and I’d love to share its incredible history, delicious cuisine, and warm culture with you!
My knowledge & interests
Food
Drinks
Nature / outdoors
History
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Whiskey
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Post-modern architecture
Sake
Music
Instagrammable
My reviews
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I had good communication with Taiga before our event, so we were able to meet up easily. He was super friendly and a great person to talk to in between stops. We loved the gyoza and ramen and had a great night.
September 2024
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Very good English. Very good local knowledge but had also travelled extensively so easy to relate to.
August 2024
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A + Gold Star - we would defiantly use Taiga again; Taiga was fun from the start of GO! His English was great, he was able to navigate Us through the city with ease! Providing us with both culture & historical facts from each location. He also was able to guide us to a fun lunch spot, giving us the opportunity to taste the cities signature dish.
July 2024
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Taiga was extremely helpful and tailored our tour to visit places of interest to us. Went to a great Ramen shop for lunch, had some yummy local ice cream and learned a lot about the history and present about the city of Kobe.
May 2024