We took a day trip to Kobe from Kyoto to experience a few things, Kobe beef being one of them. We were not disappointed by our visit. The staff was extremely friendly and strived to ensure a pleasant and fun experience. They spoke very good English which we did not expect or require. Beef was absolutely delicious and worth the long trip. The staff cooked the first round and then allowed you to continue which was quite fun. A memorable experience that we would recommend to other visitors.