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Osaka Private Food Tours by Local Foodies: 100% Personalized
You’ll weave your way through Osaka’s streets with one of our local Osaka hosts, feasting on regional Kansai dishes. Known as ‘Kuidaore City’, meaning ‘to ruin oneself with food’, we’re sure you’ll agree that this sounds like you’ve happily landed in the country’s gastronomic capital! You’ll feast on Kobe beef, best served grilled or in Tecchiri. Round things off with dessert! You could go for sweet rice cakes, rainbow-colored pancakes or matcha flavored ice-cream. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the xperience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
5.0(19)
3 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$183
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Osaka Castle & Dotonbori Lively One-Day Walking Tour
In this tour, we offer you the most impressive and efficient itinerary so that you can make the best use of your stay in Osaka. Firstly you will experience the living history of the samurai warriors and the common people in Osaka by visiting museums and the castle. Secondly, you will explore Japan’s longest shopping street that is being loved by local people. Then you will visit and explore Dotonbori and find out why Osaka is called Japan’s food capital. Our guide will pick you up at your hotel in Osaka. Transportation and admission fees are all included and you don’t have to wait in a long queue at Osaka Castle on this tour.
5.0(18)
7 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$138
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Osaka: Tea Ceremony, Calligraphy, and Kimono Experience
#1. You can enjoy three iconic elements of Japanese culture—tea ceremony, kimono, and calligraphy—all in one private and peaceful setting. #2.The experience is perfect for beginners, with friendly English support and thoughtful guidance throughout. #3.You can take photos in your kimono and bring home your calligraphy as a special memory. #4.Conveniently located in central Osaka, Sazanka offers a serene retreat where you can immerse yourself in tradition. With a climate-controlled indoor setting, you can enjoy the experience in comfort without worrying about the weather.
5.0(17)
3 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$96
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Osaka Castle Haunted Walk (Night & Day)
Spirits, Samurai & Sieges Osaka castle grounds are said to be one of the most spiritually active areas in the whole prefecture. Join our experienced guide and storyteller for an evening or daytime stroll, learn about the castle’s history as well as the many ghosts that are said to haunt the area. Our guide will take you on a historical journey through the life of Osaka castle and the many spirits that dwell within. Warrior monks, cursed stones, vengeful spirits and mythical Yokai are just some of the tales you will hear on the tour. You will also hear about battles, sieges and the famous Samurai who shaped the course of Japanese history and changed the country forever!
5.0(17)
2 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- New
From
$35
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Let’s Dance Bon Odori Japanese folk Dance near Tsutenkaku
1 Let’s dance, drink and have fun. 2 The music has a samba-like rhythm, so you can enjoy creative dance. 3The dance studio (Ebisuza)is located one minute from Tsutenkaku Tower. 4Bon odori is one of the most popular dances in Japan.
5.0(16)
1h 30m
Osaka
- Free cancellation
From
$19
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Kobe private tour from Osaka (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)
Visit a beautiful port city, Kobe with a private guide! As it's a private tour, you can relax and see more sights compared with other group tours. This tour covers most popular sites like Nunobiki ropeway and herb garden, Harbor land and Sake brewery. You can't miss Kobe beef. We'll help to book the Kobe beef restaurant, if you'd like. Tour guide will meet you at your accommodation and start the tour easily and go to Kobe by subway and train and explore the city by train and taxi efficiently.
5.0(15)
8 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$193
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Kyoto&Nara Day Tour | English Guide & Private Vehicle
Welcome to Kyoto & Nara Guided Tours! We are a Kyoto- and Nara-based tour company specializing in private guided tours that offer an authentic and personalized way to explore Japan’s historic cities. Whether you’re interested in hidden gems, rich cultural insights, or the best local experiences, our expert guides are here to make your visit truly unforgettable. Join our community to ask questions, receive travel tips, and plan the perfect Kyoto and Nara adventure. Let’s explore Kyoto and Nara together!
5.0(15)
8 Hours - 10 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$500
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Osaka : Castle & City Highlights Walking Tour
Start your day with a visit to Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. This tour includes castle admission, allowing you to enter the main tower and climb to the top floor for panoramic views over Osaka. As you explore, your guide will share stories of the samurai era and the city’s history. Continue to the vibrant Namba area and visit Namba Yasaka Shrine, famous for its impressive lion-head stage — a unique and photogenic spot. A highlight of the tour is the included kushikatsu lunch experience. At a local restaurant, you can choose your favorite ingredients and deep-fry them yourself, making it a fun way to enjoy Osaka’s food culture. In the afternoon, explore Dotonbori’s lively streets filled with neon lights and iconic signs. You will also visit Hozenji Temple and Kuromon Market, known as “Osaka’s kitchen.” The tour finishes in Shinsekai, home to Tsutenkaku Tower, where you can enjoy its nostalgic atmosphere.
5.0(15)
6h 30m
Osaka
- Free cancellation
From
$99
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Zen Japanese Massage, Head Spa & Facial at the Temple
Experience the ultimate relaxation with a Japan-style massage at a traditional Japanese temple in Osaka. Step into a peaceful, calm atmosphere and start by relaxing with a soothing foot bath, perfect for refreshing both body and mind. Then enjoy a luxurious full-body oil massage to release tension and rejuvenate your body. Feel the benefits of fascia release as it eases deep tightness, followed by a relaxing head spa that melts away stress. Finish by pampering your skin with a revitalizing matcha facial treatment. Capture the essence of this serene experience with a souvenir photo taken in a beautiful yukata, creating lasting memories of your unforgettable day in Japan. Finally, conclude your experience with an authentic tea ceremony, immersing yourself in the rich cultural tradition of Japan. Let this peaceful retreat be a moment you’ll treasure forever!
5.0(14)
3h 30m
Osaka
- Free cancellation
From
$257
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Nara private tour (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)
Nara was an ancient capital of Japan from 710 to 784. You'll explore peaceful shrines, Great buddha hall in Nara park and amazing Japanese garden called Isuien. Nara has beautiful natural scenery, good traditional food, cultural and historical sites. Several historical sites have been resistered on UNESCO's World Heritage List. One of the most exciting things is deer in the park. They are so tamed and cute. Our professional friendly tour guide will show you the best route and some places that is hard to find for the first time visitors. Why don't you have a great day in Nara with us? （ tour destination might be varied depending on the departure time of cruise ship or the port location)
5.0(14)
8 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$231
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Allure of Osaka Walking Day Tour with a local guide
Prepare yourself for a dynamic journey through the contrasting scenes of Osaka—from the rugged charm of historic districts to the glamour of modern developments, and from the tranquility of panoramic views to the lively atmosphere of unique entertainment zones. Our Osaka walking tour offers a diverse range of experiences, providing valuable insights into the city’s rich past and vibrant present. As this is a small group tour, we take pride in offering a personalized experience, ready to answer your questions and tailor the journey to your interests. Join us in truly understanding and appreciating Osaka’s vibrant culture and hidden gems. In addition to the standard duration, extended options of five or six hours are available for those who wish to explore more. If you’re interested in a private tour, feel free to send us a message—we’ll be happy to accommodate your request. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
5.0(13)
4 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
From
$48
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Osaka: Bonsai Making with a Local Guide
Create your own bonsai in Osaka with a local English-speaking guide. Learn about the history and philosophy of bonsai, choose your favorite style, and take home your own unique dry bonsai. ・Immerse yourself in Japanese culture as you create your own bonsai ・Learn about the history and philosophy of bonsai from a local guide ・Choose your favorite bonsai style, pot, branches, leaves, and more ・Dress like a bonsai master and learn the art of bonsai in Osaka ・Take home your own unique bonsai as a souvenir of your trip to Japan All materials are real natural materials that have been dried and preserved, so bonsai can be safely brought home internationally without maintenance concerns.
5.0(13)
1 Hour
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Special offer
- New
From
$154
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Japanese miniature kimono made with origami in Osaka
The building is located close to Abeno Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line, and as a general facility, it houses a variety of stores. There are many shopping and sightseeing spots nearby, including Abeno Harukas, the tallest building in Osaka, Tsutenkaku Tower, and Tennoji Zoo. Visitors can enjoy a very unique origami experience, making a kimono, a traditional Japanese folk costume, with origami, a traditional Japanese toy. Beginners and small children can also enjoy the experience together. The kimono made with origami is the instructor's original work, so it has a unique charm that can only be learned here. In addition to making them, you can also give them as gifts with picks, coins, or otegami in them. You can take home as a souvenir a QR code for the video and instructions on how to fold it, so you can enjoy it even after you go home.
5.0(12)
1h 30m
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$64
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Osaka-Himeji Customize Tour with Pickup and DropOff
We will provide a free transportation service from your hotel or a designated location in Osaka to Himeji Castle. After that, a skilled guide will accompany you for a tour of Himeji Castle. Following the castle tour, a customized tour based on your preferences will be conducted. The total duration of the tour is 8 hours, including 2.5 hours in the morning, a lunch break, and 2.5 hours in the afternoon. Please note that this tour includes a one-way travel time of approximately 1.5 hours between Osaka and Himeji.
5.0(11)
7 Hours - 9 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Likely to sell out
From
$212
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Nara 8hr Private Tour - Osaka DEP. with Licensed Guide
Explore Nara with a government-licensed and experienced English speaking guide! Your guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of Nara and introduce both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic and ancient Japanese city. Nara's proximity to Kyoto and Osaka, and its rich collection of traditional sites, make it an ideal destination for a day trip from either of its larger neighbors. Your private guide can help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of this ancient Japanese city. You can start your day at your hotel in Osaka, Kyoto. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize Nara day tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
5.0(11)
8 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$196
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Tsumami Zaiku (Kanzashi) making Workshop in Abeno Osaka
It'll be held in a 100 year-old traditional Japanese house with a mixed eastern style interior. The workshop will provide all the materials needed for a smoother experience. The workshop will have 2 levels available, the traditional kanzashi which will be easy and the sakura kanzashi which will be a little more difficult than the traditional one. The sakura kanzashi may take more time to make than the traditional one but the instructor will guide you throughout the workshop. There will also be a break time where the travelers can enjoy some matcha and Japanese sweets. After the workshop, they can take home their handmade kanzashi in a box and they can look around some kanzashis made by the instructor available for purchase.
5.0(10)
1h 20m
Osaka
From
$35
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Sharpen Japanese Knives in Osaka
The city we'll visit is called "knife city Sakai," known for its knives from about 450 years ago, and still their skills are alive and improving. However, not many people don't know about how the professionals work for one knife together and their history. Even sharpening knives are not familiar with people. We'd like to share the wonderful Sakai knives with you, and how to sharpen them. Let us make your trip to Japan a bit more interesting and fascinating.
5.0(10)
2 Hours
Osaka
From
$180
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Shore Excursion: Full Day Private Nara Tour from Osaka /Kobe port
Exclusively designed for cruise travelers docking in Kobe or Osaka, this customizable Nara tour takes you to iconic sights like Kofuku-ji Temple, Todaiji Temple, and the famous Nara Deer Park. Perfect for families and culture seekers, it offers a seamless, stress-free day with insider knowledge, sacred shrines like Kasuga Taisha, and unforgettable encounters with friendly deer—all while ensuring timely return to your ship Tour itinerary is designed based on hiring a car/van for 10 hours (Please carefully check the Inclusions & exclusions and the booking and payment options) to provide ample time to visit Nara's most iconic cultural & historic landmarks, ensuring a comprehensive experience of the city's rich heritage. Itinerary (Customizable): 08:00 Meeting at Osaka or Kobe port (depending on your cruise ship dock time) 09:30 Kofuku-ji Temple 11:00 Nara Deer Park 12:00 Lunch Break 13:30 Todaiji Temple 15:00 Kasuga Taisha Shrine 16:00 Back to the Port 18:00 Drop off at the port
5.0(10)
6 Hours - 10 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$490
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Osaka and Nara Private Car Tour with a Local English Guide Driver
With an experienced local guide fluent in both English and Japanese (with previous experience guiding Hollywood actors, Lance Gross!) All of our members were born and raised in Japan, so we have an in-depth understanding of the country. This allows us to share the hidden charms of Japan that only locals know. In addition, we offer free Japanese language support in case of emergencies. In recent years, there has been a sharp increase in accidents and incidents involving unlicensed or inexperienced drivers who are not from Japan at other companies. Our strength lies in providing the highest level of safety and reliability through our Japanese drivers and Japanese guides. In addition to hands-on activities such as ninja training and chopstick-making, our strong local connections grant access to exclusive experiences — including invitations-only Ochaya and private geisha or maiko performances. (We are a Guide Service Company)
5.0(9)
8 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- New
From
$385
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Osaka Ghost Tour: Castle Spirit, Neon Curses, Killers in the Dark
Walk through Osaka’s darkest legends on a night tour that begins at the battlefield ruins of Osaka Castle and descends into the shadowy backstreets of Namba. From war-torn moats and fallen samurai to whispered alleyway curses, canal spirits, and rumored fire sites, this immersive experience blends real history, folklore, and urban legend into one unforgettable night walk. Unlike forest-based ghost tours, this Osaka route focuses on dense city horror: neon reflections, silent streets, moss-covered temples, and places locals still avoid after dark.
5.0(9)
3 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Special offer
- New
From
$39
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Osaka Uncovered Full Day Journey Through City's Highlights
Discover the best of Osaka in just one unforgettable day! Join our expert local guide as you explore iconic landmarks like Osaka Castle and the Umeda Sky Building, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Dotonbori, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. With convenient public transportation and a personalized experience, you’ll see the city’s top sights without the hassle. Whether you're a history buff, a food lover, or just looking to soak in Osaka’s unique energy, this tour is the perfect way to make the most of your time in Japan's dynamic metropolis. Book now for a seamless, unforgettable adventure! Itinerary (Customizable) 09:00 AM Meet the guide at your hotel and start the tour 09:45 AM Osaka Castle & Park 12:30 AM - Umeda Sky Building & Floating Garden Observatory 14:00 Lunch Break 15:00 Dotonbori & Namba District 17:00 Tour finish
5.0(9)
8 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$470
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Osaka Private Custom Walking Tour
Experience Osaka like never before with a fully customizable tour. Whether you prefer a relaxed pace or aim to explore as much as possible, our expert local guide will craft a personalized itinerary just for you. Discover iconic landmarks like Osaka Castle Park, Shitennoji Temple, and Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, or immerse yourself in the vibrant streets of Dotonbori, Kuromon Market, and Namba. Uncover the nostalgic charm of Shinsekai, admire the view from Tsutenkaku Tower, or take in breathtaking panoramas at modern landmarks like Umeda Sky Building and Abeno Harukas. Whether you’re a foodie, a history lover, or simply want to enjoy Osaka’s mix of tradition and modernity at your own pace, this tour is designed to suit your interests. Enjoy custom pick-up and drop-off services, dining options tailored to your tastes, and expert guidance to capture the best moments of your journey. Let us help you discover Osaka beyond the typical tourist experience!
5.0(8)
4 Hours - 8 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$266
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Osaka Sushimaking Experience
This is the only place in Japan where you can learn from a sushi chef! ︎ Try wearing a happi coat, take photos, and try making sushi! ︎ There's also a souvenir corner!
5.0(8)
1h 30m
Osaka
- Free cancellation
From
$22
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Full Day Walking Tour in Osaka Castle Temples and Ukiyoe
Discover the best of Osaka on this full-day walking tour. Start at iconic Osaka Castle, then visit Shitennoji, one of Japan’s oldest temples, to explore its rich history. Dive into the bustling streets of Kuromon Market, where local flavors and fresh ingredients bring the city to life. Try your hand at a traditional ukiyo-e woodblock printing experience, then wander through the neon-lit streets of Dotonbori and the shopping district of Shinsaibashi. With a locally-based English-speaking guide, you’ll see both Osaka’s famous landmarks and hidden local gems, experiencing the city like a true insider.
5.0(7)
8 Hours
Osaka
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$148
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