Which place is cheaper, Kobe or Longsheng?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Longsheng or Kobe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Longsheng and Kobe. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Longsheng or Kobe?
Longsheng
A county of the city, Guilin, Longsheng is a hub of several ethnic cultures that thrive on farming and tourism. It is located about 50 or so miles north of the Guilin city center. The region is perhaps most known for the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces located in Heping Township. These, along with many other natural features like hot springs, waterfalls, and meadows are a few of the main attractions that draw visitors to Longsheng.
Kobe
Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is a port city in Japan also considered to be one of the country's most attractive. Though it was devastated by a historic earthquake in 1995, known locally as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, Kobe has fully recovered to its cosmopolitan splendor with plenty for visitors to see and do.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLongsheng $105Kobe $130
The average daily cost (per person) in Longsheng is $105, while the average daily cost in Kobe is $130. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Longsheng and Kobe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLongsheng $21Kobe $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLongsheng $42Kobe $126
Compare Hotels in Longsheng and Kobe
Looking for a hotel in Longsheng or Kobe? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Kobe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Longsheng $42Kobe $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kobe
Also for Kobe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arima-Onsen Resort to Osaka Kansai Airport KIX-Departure Transfer: $299
- Airport Transfer: Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City by Business Van: $178
- Departure Private Transfers from Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Van: $178
- Kobe Airport Transfers : Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Van: $178
- Arrival Private Transfers from Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City in Business Van: $178
- Kobe City: Private transfer to/from Kansai Airport: $176
- Private Transfer from Kobe Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $176
- Departure Transfer: Kobe to Kobe Airport UKB by Business Car: $161
- Airport Transfer: Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City by Business Car: $161
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kobe Airport to Kobe City: $155
- Arrival Private Transfers from Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City in Business Car: $144
- Kobe Airport Transfers : Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Car: $144
Is it cheaper to fly into Longsheng or Kobe?
Prices for flights to both Kobe and Longsheng change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayLongsheng $61Kobe $54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kobe
For Kobe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class: Create Your Own Savory Pancake: $55
- Kobe Home Cooking Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class: $61
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $72
- Discover Kobe's Flavors On A Cooking Class: $76
- Kobe Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $95
- Cooking Class with Kobe Beef Sukiyaki and Origami: $101
- Eat Like a Local Private & Personalized Food Tour: $223
- Private tour in Kobe with beef dinner: $487
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Longsheng $8.51Kobe $24
Tours and Activities in Kobe
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kobe.
- Kobe to Setouchi Triennale Art Festival Day Tour : $264
- 1-Day Kobe Highlights Tour including Sake Tasting: $178
- 1-Day Walking Tour around Kobe : Mountains, Sea and Sake: $143
- 4-Hour Multicultural Kobe Walking Tour with Genuine Kobe Beef : $177
- Arima Onsen History Tour: $46
- Classic Kobe GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Cruise Shore Excursion: Kobe Sake Tasting with Local Guide: $108
- Full Day Walking Tour Around Kobe Mountains Sea and Sake: $159
- KOBE Sake Tasting Tour at Breweries (tasting fee included): $103
- KOBE Sake Tasting Tour at Breweries (tasting fee included): $108
- KOBE Sake Walking Tour in Japan's Top Sake Breweries: $88
- KOBE, SHIOYA, a quaint fishing town walking tour : $97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLongsheng $8.01Kobe $8.87
Sample the Local Flavors in Kobe
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kobe:
- Private Sake Tour and Tasting at a Kobe Brewery: $82
- Sake Brewery and Japanese Life Experience Tour in Kobe: $87
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting Sake: $88
- KOBE Sake brewery PRIVATE walking tour with Local guide: $89
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting and Kobe Beef Bites: $108
- 5-Hour Nadagogo Sake Brewery Private Guided Experience: $186
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Longsheng and Kobe, we can see that Kobe is more expensive. And not only is Longsheng much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Longsheng would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Longsheng and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Kobe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kobe than you might in Longsheng.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Longsheng Expensive? and Is Kobe Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Longsheng or Kobe?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Longsheng or Kobe in the Summer?
Both Kobe and Longsheng are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kobe this time of year.
In the summer, Longsheng is a little warmer than Kobe. Typically, the summer temperatures in Longsheng in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Kobe averages at about 27°C (80°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kobe. It's quite rainy in Longsheng. In July, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Kobe. Longsheng gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLongsheng 30°C (86°F)Kobe 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Kobe in the Autumn?
Both Kobe and Longsheng during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Kobe for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Longsheng is generally a little warmer than Kobe. Daily temperatures in Longsheng average around 23°C (73°F), and Kobe fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
Kobe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Longsheng usually gets less rain in October than Kobe. Longsheng gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLongsheng 23°C (73°F)Kobe 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Kobe in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Longsheng and Kobe. Furthermore, many visitors come to Kobe in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Longsheng is much warmer than Kobe in the winter. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Kobe fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
In January, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Kobe. Longsheng gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLongsheng 10°C (49°F)Kobe 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Kobe in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Longsheng as well as Kobe. Additionally, most visitors come to Kobe for the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Longsheng is a little warmer than Kobe. Typically, the spring temperatures in Longsheng in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Kobe averages at about 15°C (58°F).
It's quite rainy in Kobe. Longsheng receives a lot of rain in the spring. Longsheng usually gets more rain in April than Kobe. Longsheng gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLongsheng 20°C (68°F)Kobe 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kobe and Longsheng
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
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