Hi, I’m Ryan
Hi, I’m Ryan
I’ve lived in Kobe for 3 years
I speak English, Japanese and some French, Spanish
I am Craft Brewery Cellarman
Hey there, I'm Ryan, your friendly local host in Kobe! In my downtime, you'll often find me sipping on local craft beers, exploring new flavors, and chatting with the friendly locals. And speaking of exploration, I'm an enormous hiking enthusiast. Kobe's mountains offer a treasure trove of trails waiting to be discovered. After a day of hiking, there's nothing like a relaxing soak in one of the local onsens. Sannomiya and Motomachi are areas I know, like the back of my hand. But I also have a soft spot for Rokko Island, Nada Ward, Uozaki, and the Rokko mountain hiking trails. There's a hidden gem for everyone in Kobe, and I will help you find yours. So, if you're looking for an unforgettable time in Kobe, count on me to make it fun and memorable. Let's explore this incredible city together!
My knowledge & interests
Drinks
Nature / outdoors
Street food
Local cuisine
Unique & unusual foods
Street art
Parks
Scenic routes
Wildlife
Hikes
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Local beers
Traditional culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
Japanese sake
Traditional art
Indigenous art
Specialty shops
Bookstores
Video game stores
Music stores
Wildlife photography
Night photography
Nature photography
Jazz music
Rock music
Metal music
My reviews
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We had a later than expected start but Ryan made it work. He was very easy going and answered all our questions and more.
March 2025
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My only criticism is that it was difficult to find him to start our tour but after that he was great. I was extremely tired when we finally got back to the port and forget to give him the tip that he deserved. I highly recommend him to other travelers who want a private tour.
March 2025
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Ryan was great. So easy to talk to, very informative and made a point of finding out our preferences, so he could personalise the whole day for us. He was a pleasure to be with, not only sharing lots of general I formation about Osaka but personal details about his life in and around Osaka too. A really interesting guide and we would definitely recommend booking this trip. Thank you Ryan
March 2025
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There was confusion as to who was giving the tour - Taiga with whom I had been communicating via email prior to starting the trip to Japan or Ryan who became our guide as of the day before the tour. I had asked for a meet at the ship pier and wires crossed -we went to meet Ryan per his request and he, unbeknownst to us, went to the the ship. Eventually we got together and had a fabulous tour! Ryan was flexible, and personable and informative. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him.
March 2025