Kobe tour with Arima Onsen and Akashi Bridge: 7.5 hours

See the world's longest suspension bridge, then soak in mountain hot springs

This 7.5-hour tour of Kobe combines coastal and mountain scenery in a single day, starting at the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (the world's longest suspension bridge linking Honshu to Awaji Island), then moving inland to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall before ending at Arima Onsen's rejuvenating hot springs. An English-speaking guide leads the route. Entry to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Museum and all public transportation are included. Free time in Arima Onsen lets you browse local shops and sample regional specialties like Tansan Senbei before exploring nearby shrines and a park at your own pace.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Kobe's nature and culture

• View Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
• Visit Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall
• Free time in Arima Onsen shops
• Visit local shrines and park

The experience

The day starts at the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, where you'll stand in front of an engineering landmark that spans the Akashi Strait and holds the title of world's longest suspension bridge. The sheer scale of the structure and the panoramic views of the seascape frame the first half of the tour before you move inland toward the mountains.

From there, the route takes you to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, also called Ijokaku, a building constructed during the Edo period that originally served as a feudal lord's residence and now stands as a cultural property dedicated to the Chinese statesman. Entry to the museum is included. After this stop, you'll have free time to eat and explore the area around Arima Onsen on your own terms: local shops sell traditional crafts and Tansan Senbei, a savory local delicacy worth trying. Then, with the guide, you'll venture to nearby shrines and a park tucked into the tranquil surroundings, offering a peaceful contrast to the shopping street before you settle into the hot springs themselves.

Public transportation moves the group between stops throughout the day, and the tour is paced to fit comfortably into 7.5 hours. An English-speaking guide leads the entire route and handles the logistics of getting between Kobe's coast and the mountain hot spring area.

What’s included

• Entry to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Museum.
• public transportation between all stops.
• an English-speaking guide for the full route.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to FridayDeparts at 09:15

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see both Kobe's coastal landmarks and its mountain hot springs in one day without arranging your own transport between them. The fixed itinerary and included public transit mean you move between the Akashi Bridge, the memorial hall, and Arima Onsen on schedule, while free time in the hot spring area lets you set your own pace once you arrive.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What is the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and why does it matter?

The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is the world's longest suspension bridge, spanning the Akashi Strait and connecting Honshu to Awaji Island. It stands as a feat of engineering and offers panoramic views of the surrounding seascape from the tour stop.

What happens during the free time in Arima Onsen?

You have leisure time to explore local shops selling traditional crafts, sample regional food like Tansan Senbei, and wander at your own pace before rejoining the guide for visits to nearby shrines and a park in the area.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Lunch is not included, but you'll have free time in Arima Onsen to eat at local restaurants or grab food from shops in the area.

What does entry to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall cover?

Entry to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Museum is included in the tour price, letting you explore the historic building and learn about Dr. Sun Yat-sen's legacy without an additional ticket.

How does transportation work during the tour?

Public transportation is included and moves the group between all stops (from the Akashi Bridge to the memorial hall to Arima Onsen) throughout the 7.5-hour day.