6 Best Wagyu Dining Experiences in Kobe

Real Kobe beef comes only from Tajima cattle raised in Hyogo, and certified restaurants can show you the animal’s ten-digit ID number. Teppanyaki is the classic way to eat it. Lunch sets cost a lot less than dinner, so that’s when I’d go.

1.4-Hour Multicultural Kobe Walking Tour With Genuine Kobe Beef

Experience the cultural diversity of Kobe with a 4-hour walking tour. Indulge in authentic Kobe beef and discover the city's hidden gems. Don't miss out!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Sumile was so great! Outstanding communication from the start. We met up with no problem. She is very knowledgeable and friendly. She took photos and shared ones she took. The restaurant was very nice.”

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4.Calligraphy Lesson, Tea Ceremony, & Kobe Beef Lunch in Kobe

Discover authentic Japanese culture with a calligraphy class, tea ceremony, and Kobe beef lunch—an immersive, well-rounded experience in Kobe.

★ 5.0

“This was definitely one of the highlights of my Japan trip! The staff were very kind and patient, and it was really cool to see our names written in kanji during the calligraphy lesson. We also tried Kobe beef for the first time and it…”

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6.Premium Kobe Beef Experience and Sake Tasting Culinary Tour

Discover Kobe's culinary gems with this premium tour featuring Kobe beef grilling, sake tasting, and cultural highlights—all in a friendly, intimate setting.

★ 5.0

“We expected either the Sake tour or Beef tasting to very good and were very happy with both were top tier. My wife said the steak was the best food we had on our trip and the Sake tour was amazing and shows you so…”

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