Osaka Highlights, Best for the first timer

Highlights

Hiroyuki T.

4.96 / 5
(126 reviews)
Osaka
English
7 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 15 people

There are a lot of places to visit, a lot of things to do in Osaka. From historical sites to food venders hopping. CHOOSE 3-4 places you want to visit from the list below and let me know. I will customize a tour for you.

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Osaka

Osaka Castle

The main castle building was reconstructed in 1931. There still remains 13 buildings of the Edo Era (16th-19th century). 60-90 minutes

Admission to the mail castle building; JPY600

Kuromon Market Food Venders Hopping

Local market with a long history. Visited by 18000 people daily. Fish, fruits, drinks, there are 170 stores here and “order to go hopping” available. 20-30minutes.

Dotombori Streets

This is the busiest area in Osaka. There are a lot of restaurants, shops and entertainment facilities here.

Shin Sekai and Tsutenkaku Tower

Pictures taken in this area sometimes represent the image of Osaka. Tsutenkaku Tower, Blow fish signboard, Billy Ken Deity and more.

Spend time as much as you want.

Nippon-bashi (sub culture center) and Maid Cafe

Otaku(geek) Road

“Sacred” place for pop culture like amine, manga and figures . Want to visit some of the stores? Spend as much as you want.

Maid Café

Want to visit a maid café? Need some courage? Do not worry. Have a lot of fun at a maid café. Spend time as much as you want. Cost; JPY1000-3500 per person

Shitenoji Temple

This temple was established in 593 and is the first temple established by Buhhda’s Law.

20-30 minutes

Admission; JPY300

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and Local Hankai Tramways

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine was established in the 7th century to enshrine the deity of the sea.

Four of the shrine buildings are designated as national treasures. Admission free.

Local Tram ride available to and from Tennoji Terminal. JPY210 per ride. 60 to 90 minutes round trip from Tennoji.

Abeno Harukas

This 300m high building is the tallest building in Japan. You will have a 360degree view of Osaka from the observation deck on the 60th floor. Admission to the observation deck;1500 per person. Free observation deck on the 19th floor is opened for tourists.


Umeda Sky Building

Admission to the observation deck; JPY1500 per person 30-45 minutes

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Admission; JPY2300 per person 1hour 15 minutes to 1hour 45 minutes


Ukiyoe Museum

Tea Ceremony Experince

From JPY3,900

Ask for details

Ending Point

At your hotel in Osaka

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee,

hotel pick up (in Down Town Osaka)

What‘s not included

Insurance

Transportation fare for guests and guide

Entrance fees for guestsand guide

Lunch

Drinks

Important Information

As this is a SUBWAY and WALKING tour, comfortable shoes are recommended.

Choose 3-4 places from the list that you want to visit, then I will customize a tour for you.


Tours are NOT covered by insurance.


Transportation fare(subway rides), entrance fees, lunch and drinks for GUESTS and GUIDE are NOT included in the guide fee.


Direct payment will be occurred in CASH on the spot on the day of the tour.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Reviews

George S.

5 / 5
Sep 11, 2024

Kyoto Japan

Hiro was fantastic. I felt like I was in my own college class. He made history come to life. If you are looking for the best guide he is your man. Thanks Hiro for two adventure full days. Best. George.

Hiroyuki T.

George san, Thank you very much for everything. I had wonderful two days with you in Kyoto. By the way, Osaka is a place to enjoy its culture. And Nara, Mt. Koya and Himeji Castle are easy to access from Osaka. You can make a one day trip to Hiroshima as well. I hope you will have a wonderful time in Osaka as well. And enjoy the SHOW!

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Oliviero R.

5 / 5
Sep 9, 2024

Perfect first day in Nara with Hiroyuki

We spent our first day in Nara with Hiroyuki, who gave us an exceptional tour of Nara Park and its breathtaking shrines and temples. Hiro is incredibly knowledgeable, answering all our questions with fascinating details, and his decades of experience as a tour guide truly shine through. He is also very accommodating, patient, and speaks good English. We couldn't have asked for a better guide to introduce us to Nara's rich history and culture. Thank you Hiro O.

Hiroyuki T.

Thank you very much for your kind words. It was really nice meeting such a nice couple like you. Yes, you asked me a lot of questions and liked your questions. I hope you liked my answers as well. Take good care of yourself and enjoy rest of your days in Japan.

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Karen M.

5 / 5
Aug 28, 2024

Highlights of Osaka with Hiro

Hiro was a fantastic tour guide, showing us all the sites of Osaka. He was incredibly knowledgeable and patient with all of our questions. We cannot say enough good things about our experience with him. Thank you!

Hiroyuki T.

Thank you very much for your kind words. I hope you had a good time in Osaka yesterday. By the way, how is your knee? Are you okay? Have you heard that JR had made a cancellation announcement? I hope that everything will go well with you.

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Natalie C.

5 / 5
Aug 27, 2024

Koya San with Hiro

Hiroyuki was a superb guide! We had already spent 2 weeks in the Kansai region, but our day with Hiro on Mt Koya was certainly one of the highlights, due to the detail of his plans and knowledge. Calm and easy to chat to, Hiro provided us with many insights into Japanese culture, beyond the fascinating insights into Kukai, esoteric Buddhism and Koya San. He patiently answered our many questions and gave us some very useful tips for our trip to Nachi the following day! We had an amazing lunch in a restaurant recommended by him and it was fascinating to learn so much about many varied topics. We will always remember this amazing experience and would highly recommend him as a guide! Thanks again, Hiro!

Hiroyuki T.

Thank you very much for your kind message. I am glad to know that you liked my tour to Mt. Koya. How did you like Kumano, by the way? Did you walk Kumano Kodo? I hope you liked Kumano as well. It's still very hot and humid in Japan. We are having the hottest summer ever. How is it in UK? Please take good care of yourself and come back to Japan some time in the future.

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