Hi, I’m Manami
Hi, I’m Manami
I’ve lived in Kobe for 29 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am Tour Guide
Hey there! I'm Manami, your friendly local host here in Kobe! One of my favorite pastimes is exploring Kobe's food scene, diving into authentic flavors at local restaurants and savoring Japanese craft beer and sake. But my adventures don't stop there! I thrive on new experiences, especially when it comes to visiting Japanese sake breweries like those in Sanda City and Sasayama. I'm your go-to for the best live music venues, particularly for Japanese rock, and I know just the spots to indulge in the city's mouthwatering local dishes. Plus, I'm well-versed in the neighborhoods, whether it's the relaxing hot springs of Arima or the hustle of Kobe Premium Outlet. Let's make the most of your time in Kobe together—whether it's soaking in the scenery, savoring delicious food, or rocking out to some tunes, I'm here to ensure you have an unforgettable experience!
My knowledge & interests
Food
Drinks
Shopping
Music
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Parks
Gardens
Social history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Wine
Whiskey
Third wave coffee
Gin
Local beers
Artisanal tea
Department stores
Vintage shops
Street markets
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Alternative or underground culture
Gourmet food
Local speciality drinks
Traditional drinks
Japanese sake
Painting
Second-hand markets
Video game stores
Music stores
Antique shops
Sports photography
Food photography
Fashion photography
Ethnic culture
Pop music
Rock music
Electronic music
Metal music
My reviews
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We had taken this trip to Osaka with our Granddaughter, we wanted a tour just for her to enjoy, enjoy she did! Our guide Manami had planned a great itinerary, she also got along with our Granddaughter who was sad when our tour ended. I highly recommend this tour.
July 2024
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Our guide, Manami, was wonderful! She contacted us ahead of time and worked through an itinerary with us, coming up with creative ideas to make our day memorable, based on the interests of our kids. Highly recommend!
July 2024
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We had an amazing experience with Manami for our half day tour of Kobe. She has lived in the Kobe area for 29 years and she really knows the area well. She met us at the Shin-Kobe station right on time, and she gave us some choices what we wanted to see. We told Manami we wanted to experience Kobe from a local's perspective and, of course, Kobe beef. She took us to a small town of Arima known for its natural springs. We went to a spa where my family of 5 got to experience the feet treatment by small fish removing impurities from the skin. The family loved it! Then we walked through the town looking at all the specialty shops and stopped to get Arima soda, matcha ice cream, and Arima crackers. This was exactly what we were hoping for in a Kobe tour. Manami took us to a restaurant where we ate Kobe beef prepared hibachi style. Manami is very kind, friendly. She speaks English well. We really enjoyed our tour of Kobe.
June 2024
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Our guide was lovely and chill and helped us to do the itinerary that was right for us. Thankyou :)
April 2024