Why choose this Osaka tour ?
Kickstart your day or night Osaka walking adventure with this tour featured on Channel 5 British TV in 2023 on the hugely popular series “Jane McDonald In Japan”, chosen for its “genuine, quirky & unfiltered snapshot of Osaka”.
Your local insider guide will pair every location with personal stories & historical info with quirky facts and a great dose of enthusiasm & humour:)
You get to choose from private totally customized tours OR a group tour(mixed with other guests).
Slip through the non-touristy bar/restaurant zones of Namba: hole in the wall eateries, as well as Kuromon seafood market.
The retro district will share its charm with wacky game palors & friendly vendors while the Dotonbori will provide a sensory overload, billoards glore!
Osaka Castle will showcase it’s immense role in the unification of Japan in 16th century (only 4hr , 5hr or 7hr tours)
After, explore hidden cobblestone alleys uncovering a centuries old collection of stores crafting their unique designs.
Make the most of your Osaka adventure
What makes Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tours(Private or Group) a unique experience ?
These hard to find winding, cobblestone alleys steeped with character & tradition is remarkable . We’ll also find walls painted with Osaka’s history etched into it.
Visiting Osaka’s Dotonbori River is a must…..one of our highlights. Along side this picturesque scene is a treasure trove full of more than a variety of stores to entertain you.
Japanese fashion is unique, wonderful and crazy. Also see the wacky and cool gadget stores.
The original bridge was made out of wood in the 1600’s…more than 400yrs later it still stand but now made out of iron. It is at the very heart of Osaka and is known as the local meeting spot.
We’ll guide you to hidden streets in this area where it has Japan’s version of what they think America is. hahah, it even has a statue of liberty on top of a building
(almost always get here on a 3hr tour..depends how fast the group walks)
We’ll step into some fish market stores that look unremarkable from the outside but when inside exposes seafood heaven. Watch a store cut and prepare a fugu(puffer fish). Learn how to cut a tuna…. Salmon sashimi is some of the best I’ve had in Japan.
(almost always get here on a 3hr tour..depends how fast the group walks) It’s tricky navigating these tucked away quirky stores. Thats what we’re here for…to take you to the gaming & cosplay zone and explore your inner nerdy side hahaha
(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 4HR, 5HR OR 7HR PRIVATE TOUR) We’ll take you wayyy of the beaten path to discover the retro zone where the Osakan locals show their true colors. From crazy fishing restaurants to boardgame gaming shops to retro video machine arcades to old vinyl record stores.
(ONLY ON THE 4HR OR 5HR PRIVATE TOUR) We get a private knife lesson here. Understand the whole process of how a knife is made (crafted at the rear of the building). After you’ll get to experience cutting with these world famous knives of Sakai (made in the south of Osaka). This lesson is included in the price.
(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 5HR OR 7HR PRIVATE TOUR)
Standing an impressive and staggering 300m tall, Abeno Harukasu is Japan’s tallest building (not structure or tower). Staggering!
(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 5HR OR 7HR PRIVATE TOUR)
It is the first Buddhist and oldest officially administered temple in Japan.
A temple that exudes spirituality…even if you’re not religious like me.
(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 5HR OR 7HR PRIVATE TOUR)
Osaka’s most notable structure. The park surrounding will also be explored mentioning its role in how it unified Japan!
(ONLY AVAILABLE ON A 7HR PRIVATE TOUR & IF ITS OPEN…OWNERS AREN’T OPEN ON SET DAYS)This concealed tatami shop off the main shopping area gives us a class on how the tatami mats are made with the igusa rush grass. Very unique experience!
(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 7HR PRIVATE TOUR)
I’m not a huge fan of museums, but this one is very different. The highlight is a reconstruction of an ancient Osaka town featuring houses, stores and homes of the wealthy & commoners.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tours(Private or Group) Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Private personalized tour OR group tour with others
- 1 Can Drink & 1 small side dish (likely 1 takoyaki ball)
- Choose your hours: 3hrs, 4hrs, 5hrs, 7hrs
- This is a tour on foot, but can use train or taxi if requested(at your own expense of course)
Not Included
- Entry tickets to any attractions
- Transport Costs (normally none, or just 2 short rides of the train)
- Food & Drink is not included (except for 1 drink & a small side dish)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Osaka Food Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Tokyo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 551 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
