What to see in Kobe and Tokyo? [closed]

I found out only yesterday that my company is sending me to Japan to Kobe this Saturday, for two weeks. I'll be working all day but in the evenings I'll have some time to sightsee. What would you recommend to see in Kobe?

Also after my work is done there I have a few days off and I'm planning to go to Tokyo. Again what would you recommend to see there?

Do you think I shouldn't go to Tokyo or rather go somewhere else in Japan? Any suggestions are welcome.

EDIT

Sorry for being too vague I'll try to narrow it down.
I think the "standard tourist" rules should apply here. I wanted to see things that are specific only for Japan like their temples, castles as they're a lot different from European ones. Is there a museum with Samurai's armours? What's the highest/best view spot to overview the hole city? I Googled something like this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kobe_Luminarie which I think would be amazing to see.
I hope that makes sense to you.

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Best Answer

Definitely plan a stop in Kyoto/Nara when you are on your way to Tokyo. Kyoto was my favorite second destination when I was in Japan. I can't be more specific, I have very good memories of getting lost in Kyoto on many occasions. Oh yes, do consider visiting a Japanese bath house.

I agree with Mark on Tokyo, especially on Shinjuku. Also do some cycling while in Tokyo. At the hotel where I stayed, rental bikes were offered.

Another option is to consider climbing Mount Fuji. Buses leave from Tokyo. I forgot the name of the city where I went to climb Mount Fuji, but I recall reading about it in the Lonely Planet on Japan.

If you have time you might also want to go in the other direction to Huis ten Bosch. This is by far one of the most bizarre theme parks I have ever visited. It is a park presenting Dutch life, but from a Japanese perspective. Being Dutch, I found it brilliant.

You could also consider buying the Japan Rail Pass, which allows for unlimited rail transport throughout Japan. This pass is only for sale outside Japan.