Smart Driver School Kobe Reviews

It was my first time at Driving School in my late 50s.
I got my license at Driving Camp (with an extra two days when I got my provisional license), but if I had to commute, I might have given up.
All the instructors were patient and taught me well, and I'm glad I chose this Driving School.

I took Manual at Driving Camp.
There are many easy-going teachers, so I am sad to graduate.
Although there are some strict teachers, they keep a close eye on the students and point out exactly what they are not good at. Therefore, although they may seem strict at first, they are just very enthusiastic, so there is no unpleasant feeling at all.
Since it was Driving Camp I stayed in an apartment nearby, and there were several cats walking around, which was very soothing.
I brought my guitar with me so I wasn't bored, but if you are coming to Driving Camp, I think it would be less of a hassle to be out of class if you have a book or a hobby that you can carry around with you.

I participated in the Driving Camp for the first time, but the teachers were kind and taught me carefully. He taught me in a strict but easy-to-understand manner, and I was able to acquire driving skills in the short two-week period of the Driving Camp. It was fun to have a teacher with a sense of humor 🙆🏻‍♀️

I participated in Driving Camp.
Even though it was my first time driving, the instructors were very kind and taught me well, so I gained confidence. If I take the course properly, I can graduate within Driving Camp period, which is helpful.
I passed all Learner’s Permit Driving Exam provisional license test and Final Driving Exam in one try in the shortest Driving Camp! I also passed the full license in one try at Komyoike and was able to get the automatic transmission without any problems! Thank you for teaching me so kindly and carefully. It's important to be careful that the lights in the 2nd floor toilet go out quickly. It might have been easier if I had studied the practical skills and exams on YouTube (Albaca, Murashi, License Service) or Street View in advance.

I was taken care of at Driving Camp. There were many different types of teachers and it was fun. ☺︎
The inside of the facility is the same as anywhere else, but driving on the roads was quite hilly and it was a good experience.
The Driving Camp training camp runs from morning to night (I think this applies anywhere), but some days it finishes around noon, and on those days you can take a free Shuttle bus to Sannomiya and have fun in the city.
The place I stayed in was a room in an Mansion, and it was very clean.
For Meals, I had bread in the morning, and lunch and dinner at a bento box or a Western restaurant. The food at the Western restaurant was delicious and was a fun part of my day.

Thank you for your support during the two-week training Driving Camp (MT car)!
Accommodation was very clean, stylish, and comfortable. The rooms had WiFi, which made it easy to study online and helped me to study well.
I had bread for breakfast, a bento lunch for lunch, and a meal at Fullmark for dinner. Everything was delicious.
The teachers were all very good and unique. Some teachers gave me appropriate advice and praised me when I did well, so I personally found it very easy to learn. There were times when I struggled with clutch operation and made the teacher shake a lot, but some teachers didn't get angry and laughed with me, so it's a good memory. When I told them something I didn't understand or had questions, they listened to me kindly and answered!
I am truly grateful to the teachers!

Thank you for your help during Driving Camp.
There were many friendly people and Atmosphere was homely, so I was able to enjoy the lessons☺︎
I was really sad when I left Accommodation.
Since the instructor changed for each lesson, I was able to get advice from various instructors, which was great. They pointed out my weaknesses in a way that left a lasting impression on me, so I was able to use that knowledge next time. I was always smiling when I was able to do something the next day that I could Accommodation do the day before.
The receptionist was very polite, kind and smiled and I only had a good impression.
The Driving Camp, and I spent New Year's alone at the inn, but thanks to the instructors and the people at the reception, I didn't feel lonely at all☺︎
I have fond memories of the instructor showing me a cat that was on the premises through the car window while checking for safety, and letting me touch the cat after the lesson. It instantly relieved my tension and I felt very relaxed. I would like to go back to meet the cats with the people at Kobe Driving School again.
After I passed Final Driving Exam I wanted to thank the people who helped me, but I couldn't find the time to do so and I ended up returning home without being able to say hello, so I would like to thank them again here.
thank you very much!!

It's a wonderful school.
I was stuck with the hotel plan for Driving Camp.
The hotel was near Sannomiya Station, and I went there by school bus every day. The hotel had all-you-can-eat mentaiko (lol) and the tamagoyaki (egg roll) for breakfast was delicious. There were few options for dinner, so I got bored of it halfway through.
The academic studies were done online, so I was able to study where and when I wanted. Driving was a lot of fun. I have only good memories and experiences. It was also good that the teachers changed every time. I received a lot of important advice and guidance. I also really like the school Atmosphere. The program content is rich and everything is included, so if you work hard, you will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills! Thank you very much ♡

I went there for Driving Camp. The women's accommodation was a newly built, very clean Mansion. It felt like living alone. And every meal was so filling that I was provided with plenty Meals. The teaching materials and school system were very comprehensive, and I was able to progress efficiently. In particular, the teaching videos were very well-made, with videos of the instructors and videos of 3D characters performing stand-up routines. I took designated online classes during the period, but I was able to take them comfortably at Accommodation. The teachers were all really kind and friendly, and taught me carefully, and were sympathetic when it came to the serious parts. I graduated without any worries. I am a working adult, but even when I occasionally received work-related contact, I was able to respond properly because I could organize my own schedule during the period for the online courses. There were many working adults. I recommend it.

I enrolled in Driving Camp and was able to get my driver's license without any problems!
I truly appreciate it!
I'm really glad I chose Kobe Driving School.

Teachers who left an impression on me
Mr. Teraoka
He kindly and carefully taught me the basic operations and praised me by saying, "You've gotten good at braking!", which made me very happy!
◯ Professor Sugiyama & Professor Kobayashi
He talked to me about things other than driving in a fun way, and I was able to relax and learn while communicating with him! Thank you very much!
◯ Professor Umemoto
Thanks to Umemoto-sensei's clear and precise instruction, I can now parallel park! Thank you!
Mr. Morita
The set lessons were strict but humorous and Atmosphere was great, so I really enjoyed learning!
◯Motoo Sensei
When I was trying to get home, it suddenly started raining and I was stranded.
Seeing that I was in trouble, Professor Motoo lent me his umbrella!
I was impressed by the friendly service!
thank you very much!
◯ Mr. Otsu
"What is driving?" in highway lessons
I learned a lot from the deep thoughts he gave me about the subject! Before the final exam,
"Good luck! It'll be fine!"
I was really happy to hear the kind words of encouragement! Thank you!
Teachers at the reception
Thank you for always being so kind and patient with me!
I believe that the best way to repay my teachers is to avoid accidents and continue to drive safely!
Thank you for your help!
It's a good memory!

I truly felt glad that I chose Kobe Driving School for the two-week Driving Camp. I got my license right after graduating and am enjoying my new life of driving a car. It was a really good experience! Driving Camp room was very comfortable and stress-free, and I was able to concentrate on my studies. I am very grateful. Above all, the instructors were all kind and friendly, and I was able to work on my studies while resolving various anxieties every time during Driving Camp I had the best encounters and the best experience. I am very grateful! I want to meet the instructors again and I will definitely come and visit.

I graduated today from a manual transmission Driving Camp!

Before going to Driving Camp, I was wary because people around me warned me that Driving Camp camp was tough and that the teachers were scary, but once I started, all the teachers were very kind and explained things to me in a gentle manner when I asked them about something I didn't understand or made mistakes. There wasn't a day during the two weeks that I didn't want to go to training! 🥹

Dinner was made at a restaurant called Fullmark, and their katsudon was absolutely delicious 🥹🥹🥹 I ate katsudon every day in the latter half of the year 😌 I also had katsudon the day before my final exam 🥹 When I couldn't do well in class, when I got scolded, or when my academic studies weren't going as well as I'd hoped, Fullmark's katsudon cheered me up 😋 The two people who were making the food in the kitchen were really kind 🥹 When I entered the restaurant, they would say "○○-chan ☺️" and when I was leaving, they would say "Good luck! ☺️" and it made the delicious food taste even better 🥹✨

There are many different types of teachers, and even if you think at first, "I might not be good at it...", as you talk to them during the lesson, you'll think, "They're a good person...✨" ☺️ Even if you think, "They seem a little strict...", they will be happy to teach you if you ask them lots of questions about things you don't understand, so if you're going to have lessons in the future, don't worry... 😌Everyone was very kind ☺️

I really, really enjoyed the lessons every day, but I especially loved Yamaguchi-san's lessons ☺️💦I'm sorry for being so personal, but you smell really nice lol (sorry) You smell nice! I wanted to tell you that, but I didn't have a chance...☺️💦You were very friendly and kind 🥹✨I wanted more lessons from Yamaguchi-san lol sorry! Even if I end up getting a different license, I'd like to come here again, so please don't quit Yamaguchi-san 🥹👍🏻✨Thank you for the lessons! ☺️

Sorry for getting personal 😌💦The Accommodation where I stayed for two weeks was Platinum Palace, and I was really impressed because it felt like I was living alone! Everything was clean! However, my suitcase was really big and heavy, so it was quite difficult to carry it up and down the stairs...😌lol The entrance to Accommodation itself before going to my room is an auto-lock! Make sure you take your key with you when you leave! The auto-lock will lock you out! Be careful when you take out the trash 🥺Also, there was an odd-eyed cat near the trash dump! It was cute!

From Platinum Palace, it is a 10-minute walk to the convenience store (Lawson) and about an 8-minute walk to Yamanomachi Station! The train runs every 15 minutes, takes about 30 minutes to Sannomiya, and costs 530 yen one way! I wonder if I could have taken the bus to Sannomiya...😌 I didn't know, so I always took the train, but the view from the train is great! It's a mountain!

Breakfast is available at reception after 17:00 the evening before! The bread is delicious! Lunch is available at reception after 12:00 on the day! I liked the boiled shiitake mushrooms that are always on the edge! It's delicious!

The weather was bad when I was there, and there were days when the thunderstorms were so bad I couldn't go outside, so on those days I called Fullmark and said, "No dinner please!" Even if you have a plan that includes three meals, it's a good idea to buy prepackaged rice or instant noodles for those days! There's nothing worse than being hungry!

On days when my driving lessons finished at noon, I would go to Sannomiya in the afternoon, but if you need to go to Don Quijote or Starbucks, or if you want some snacks or drinks that aren't available at the Lawson just a 10-minute walk, you should definitely go to Sannomiya!
"It's Driving Camp, so I guess the lessons are tight every day..."
"I wonder if he's busy every day..."
I think some people are worried about this, but I went shopping in Sannomiya once every 2-3 days 😌 I don't have to cram a whole day full of lessons! I have plenty of free time! Instead, I use that time well to take online theory classes, which are quite fun! lol This is Pulley-kun and Yoritomo-san! They were smiling as they watched!

Also, to study for the written provisional license and final exam effectiveness test, use the Q&A on Driving School 's LINE Perfect Points ▶︎ Perfect Points Provisional License (Full License) Practice Questions ▶︎Once you can pass consistently, study with the test question booklet that was distributed at the beginning and you'll get a high score 🥺It's not like it's super hard! It's fine if you just study a little bit in your spare time! At the very least, it's best to make sure you can pass with a perfect score! 🥺

I have a lot to write, so I'm sorry this is a long post.
[For those who have lessons coming up]
I'm sure there are some people who aren't good at driving 🥺 It can't be helped if you're not suited to it! Some people post videos from the driver's perspective on TikTok and YouTube, so try watching those videos or talking to your driving teacher! Driving teachers don't want to fail their students! Haha, as long as you have the desire to "have fun driving!", "drive cool!", or "get better!", you'll be fine! We support you! 🥹🖤Also, this is a side note, but manual transmission is really fun and cool, so even girls should try manual transmission 🥹👍🏻
[For driving Driving School teachers]
Thank you for the past two weeks!! ✨Everyone was friendly and I enjoyed the lessons every day! I loved the warm atmosphere where the teachers were friendly with each other🥹✨During the lessons, they talked about all sorts of things and asked me questions, so I'm really glad I was able to take lessons in such a relaxed Atmosphere
Thank you so much for your help these past two weeks! I'm going to get my license and aim to drive safely, without any accidents or violations (ง •̀_•́)ง! Sorry for the long post 💧 Thank you so much!!

I got my regular driver's license (AT vehicle only) at Driving Camp. There were many kind teachers and I was able to learn a lot. There were some strict teachers, but I personally like the strict teachers, so they really help me when I'm driving. Both the strict teachers and the kind teachers keep a close eye on the students and point out exactly what they're not doing well. Therefore, I feel that they are strict at first, but they are just very enthusiastic, so I don't feel bad at all. Since it was Driving Camp, I stayed in an apartment nearby and there was a kindergarten nearby, so I was healed by the laughter of the children. I took the Japanese driver's license theory test for the first time and passed, so I got my driver's license today. Thank you very much. I'm recommending Kobe Driving School to my niece and friends. Lastly, I would like to express my gratitude to all the staff and teachers. Thank you very much.

Thank you for your help with Driving Camp.
The staff were very kind and the women's Accommodation was very clean.
Although it is a hilly city, I think it will be more beneficial for my future as an experience than driving only on flat roads. When I had questions about the theory or driving, they explained them carefully until I solved the problem.
The bread in the morning, the lunch box, and especially the dinner were all freshly cooked and very delicious.
On the first day of school, the students received a bath towel, face towel, Toothbrush, toothpaste, cup, disinfectant alcohol spray, and a zippered bag with an academic textbook, driving textbook, academic question book, and first aid textbook. The Driving Camp was sturdy, so I didn't need to bring a bag to school.
When I went there in late April to early May, it rained a lot, so rain gear is essential.
Although it was not mentioned on the website, there were pots, Hanger, Hair dryer, vacuum cleaners, and quick wipes, and toilet cleaner and Detergent were provided in the toilets, Bathroom, and kitchens, so there was no need to bring your own cleaning supplies. (I don't know if all Accommodation are the same.)

Also, I don't know if it was just in my area or because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the written test was booked up for about a month in advance, so I think it's a good idea to check how to Reservation for the test at your local driving license center while you're there. At the driving license center where I live, there is no cancellation fee even if you reserve the test date, and there was an opening up until around noon the day before the test, so I was able to change my reservation.

I'm glad I got my license here. Thank you.
If you are wondering which driving Driving School to go to, we recommend Kobe Driving School.

I graduated from Driving Camp. Almost all of the classes were online, which was easy to understand and I was able to proceed at my own pace, which was great! Even though I went alone, I made friends with Driving Camp students who enrolled at the same time as me, and we ended up going to Arima Onsen together! Accommodation were new and clean, so I recommend it for women.

All the teachers were kind, it was easy to attend, and time passed by in a flash.
First of all, the instruction is good, so you can learn quickly! The rooms at Driving Camp are clean and the food is very delicious. If you are undecided, I recommend Kobe Driving Center!

In mid-April, I went to pick up an automatic transmission for a standard-sized vehicle at a hotel Driving Camp.
I graduated at the end of April and have been living in Osaka since then, so I was able to get it two weeks later!

When I was looking for Driving Camp I looked at a lot of reviews but I couldn't find anyone who wrote detailed information, so I'll write this long review for anyone who is even slightly interested in Kobe Driving School in the future.

The schedule will be distributed on the first day.
The explanation doesn't give you much detail (about daily life, classes, etc.), so if you don't understand something, you should definitely ask beforehand. In fact, there were many things I didn't understand, so I asked a lot of questions.
The ratio of foreigners attending driving Driving School is high. Therefore, I think there are probably many people who don't know how to drive. Please help them out in such cases!

The academic part was online. It was easy to understand, it was easy to use time effectively, and I could watch it again and again after graduation. I was able to take the academic exam in conjunction with LINE Manten-sama (a mock test site), so I thought it was good to take it online! However, it was a pretty tight schedule. I was only given 3 days to read the part. Let's do our best.
I think the connection was a little weaker. It cuts off suddenly and you have to take the class again if it's not 50 minutes, so it's definitely better to do it in a place with a stronger connection. I had to start over from the beginning because it cut off a few times.
There are also a few hours of face-to-face classes.

The practical skills vary depending on the teacher, so if you don't say it clearly, you won't be able to understand. There are many friendly teachers, so you can relax and drive calmly while talking. I was grateful for the precise instructions. However, there are also teachers that don't suit you, so if it's too difficult, I recommend saying it at the counter.
The training car was a Prius and it was easy to drive! The area around Driving School has many slopes and few pedestrians and bicycles. I will be able to use this experience in the future because I will be driving on highways and mountain roads. I was surprised that the simulation machine was so old that it was difficult to drive. There seem to be newer ones, but I got the old one.

The hotel is located in Sannomiya, Sotetsu Fresa Inn, and it is well-located. There is Shuttle bus to the driver's license office, so I was able to live comfortably. The rooms are also clean. ‎ ‎*One thing to be careful of at hotels is checking the room after cleaning. I once left my breakfast and dinner meal tickets in the middle of the table, and they were all thrown away after cleaning, so please check your luggage in the room carefully.

Now I will summarize the most important thing about my Driving Camp: food.
In the morning, there is a buffet at Sachifukuya Cafe attached to the hotel. The basic menu is the same. The only thing that changes is that the croquettes are replaced with minced meat cutlets. For lunch, we have bento boxes at Driving School. The contents are the usual bento boxes. The system is that you go to the counter to get your bento at 12 o'clock. If you can't come to Driving School due to a schedule, for example if the practical test starts at 14:30, you can either come early and eat your bento box before waiting, or hold off until the evening. In the evening, we have one set menu item and one drink at the same place as in the morning. (All-you-can-eat rice, miso soup, and mentaiko) There is a wide repertoire so you won't get bored!
All the meals were delicious and I was so happy!
I talked to a friend who commutes from Accommodation and he said that it's cheap, the rooms are clean, and it's convenient because it's close to Driving School, but the only thing he's not happy about is the food. There's not much food, so he gets hungry.

Each school has its own good and bad points, so compare the different driving Driving School and find Driving Camp that's right for you!!

Overall, I am very happy to have attended this school! Of course, it is natural to study hard to graduate because it is a license, but I was able to relax and have fun, so I will never forget my experience here.
thank you very much!

I needed a driver's license for work, so I enrolled in Kobe Driving School Driving Camp course, which allows me to obtain a license in a short period of time.
At first, I was worried about whether I would be able to graduate successfully, but with the support of kind instructors and caring staff, I was able to steadily acquire knowledge and skills.
I often hear that Driver's License instructors are very strict, but that seems to be different these days.
Everyone gave me proper guidance.
However, I did feel a little self-loathing, thinking that it took so long because I just didn't have the talent for it.
There are plenty of shops in the area so you can enjoy your free time.
I felt lonely being away from home for two weeks, but by the last day I found it so comfortable that I wanted to stay longer (because work would be waiting for me when I got back...).
If there is another opportunity, I would appreciate your help.

There were many interesting teachers and I had a great time during the two weeks.
All of the teachers were excellent and they asked me if there was anything I didn't understand or found difficult, and they explained everything to me carefully so that I could graduate.
The teachers at the reception were kind, and I would recommend both attending and staying at Driving Camp. The room I stayed in at Driving Camp was also very clean!

I participated in Driving Camp (regular four-wheel drive).

At first, I was very nervous about getting in a car, but I'm glad I participated.
There were many teachers who clearly explained to me what I was able to do and what the challenges were, which made it easy to understand.

Since the instructors were different every time, the teaching methods varied from person to person, with some teachers talking a lot, some giving lots of advice, and to be honest, there were some teachers who I personally found scary... but all the instructors did their best to teach us safely.

And when I didn't understand something, I asked as many questions as I could! (My teacher told me, "You'll only be here for two weeks, so ask as many questions as you can and use them in the future!", which made it easy to ask questions.)

When I was finally praised, I felt that all the hard work I had put in for two weeks without a break had been worth it.

Also, Accommodation I lived in during Driving Camp camp was very new, clean, and comfortable, allowing me to concentrate even after returning home. I was also able to borrow the school bus to go shopping in Sannomiya.

If I had to say something, it was a bit disappointing that most of the rice dishes were fried. I would have been happier if there were more vegetables.

Thank you for your help ^_^