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A Memorable Osaka Tour

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Osaka Castle

Osaka Private Tour - Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine (One of the famous shrines in Japan (you can learn the difference between Shintoism and Buddhism and how to worship).

Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine (One of the famous shrines in Japan (you can learn the difference between Shintoism and Buddhism and how to worship).

Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine (One of the famous shrines in Japan (you can learn the difference between Shintoism and Buddhism and how to worship. A photo in front of this red bridge will be memorable.).

Douton bori area (The busiest town in Osaka (lined with restaurants serving Osaka's local dish ,okonomiyaki and takoyaki etc.))

Osaka Yasaka Shinto Shrine (It is a small shrine, but this statue can be seen only here among Japanese shrines.)

Osaka Private Tour - Umeda Sky Building (170 m (568 ft), The building features a rooftop observatory. The view of Osaka from the observatory on the top floor is fantastic. The night view is especially breathtaking. On a clear day, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge can be seen across Osaka Bay. This bridge has the second longest central span of any suspension bridge in the world.)

Umeda Sky Building (170 m (568 ft), The building features a rooftop observatory. The view of Osaka from the observatory on the top floor is fantastic. The night view is especially breathtaking. On a clear day, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge can be seen across Osaka Bay. This bridge has the second longest central span of any suspension bridge in the world.)

A Memorable Osaka Tour

Highlights

Joined 2014

Kazuhiko G.

4.78 / 5

(202 reviews)

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Osaka

English

6 hours

Private tour (only you and Kazuhiko G.)

Up to 10 people

The city of Osaka flourished around the eponymous Osaka Castle during

the Edo era, and is now the third largest city in Japan.

It is said to be the center of commerce and is a vibrant city with

an atmosphere distinct from that of Tokyo or Kyoto.

Please visit Osaka and get to know a different side of the country.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your Hotel

Osaka Castle

You will learn the following at Osaka Castle:

・The construction of Japanese castles;

・The life of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, one of the renounced samurai-daimyos in the 16th century;

・The battle between the Toyotomi and Tokugawa clans, and the rise and fall of the Toyotomis,

key information to understand medieval Japan.

Shinsaibashi Shopping Street, Douton-bori area and Kuromon Japanese Traditional Market

This place is one of the busiest areas in Osaka. You can enjoy shopping or eating Japanese traditional dish such as sushi and "Okonomiyaki (savory local pizza)." In particular, there are many restaurants in the Doutonbori district that serve a variety of popular regional staples.

After lunch, you will visit Kuromon Ichiba Market.

Other Spots (Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine, Shitennouji Buddhist Temple, Osaka Nanba Yasaka Shinto Shrine, Umeda Sky Building etc.)

・If time permits, we will visit one more spot.

(No additional fee will be charged if the tour time exceeds the scheduled 8 hours.)

・In addition to the above, there are other spots that will especially please

children.

USJ (Universal Studio Japan), Osaka Aquarium etc.

Ending Point

The location requested by the customer.

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee, Pick-up at your designated location

What‘s not included

・Transportation fee (Guests and guide)

Less than 15 USD each

・Entrance fee (Guests)

・Lunch fee (Guests and guide)

Tour Important Information

No additional charge even if the tour time is extended.

Important message from the supplier

Please feel free to contact me!!

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

Joined 2014

Kazuhiko G.

4.78 / 5

(202 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Kazuhiko G.

Hello, I’m Kazuhiko. Please call me “Kazu”. I'm a national-licensed tour guide. I have a wife and 4 children.

I was born in Osaka city near Kyoto, although I have lived in many places across Japan. I used to work for multinational electric company and I traveled to many countries (U.S., Thailand, Hong Kong etc.) on business.

I have enjoyed guiding many foreign tourists in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima, Tokyo, Mt. Fuji etc. for many years.

During your tour, you can discover a rich Japanese history spanning about 2,000 years, learn about and experience profound Japanese arts (tea ceremony, flower arrangement etc.), feel the spiritual atmosphere of Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines, see a breathtakingly beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji, bamboo forest, Japanese gardens etc..

Moreover, you can taste Japanese cuisine that each season has to offer (Sushi, Tempura, Soba or ramen noodle etc.).

You can get close to nature and feed wild deer or monkeys or even a build snowman in winter.

I’m sure that I can provide a splendid tour of Japan that will be a lasting memory for you to treasure.

Experience the mysteries of Japan with 5 senses !!

Your memorable tour awaits you.

Please feel free to contact me!!

Reviews

Michelle M.

5 / 5

Jun 13, 2026

Himeji Tour on Jun 13

Jun 13, 2026

Himeji

9 hours

Customized

“Excellent day in Himeji”

We had an excellent tour with Kazu. I highly recommend him. He had great communication to create a custom tour for us. He arrived early at our hotel lobby. He spoke excellent English and was very kind. He was very informative about the many sights we visited and came prepared with printouts and pictures. He took photos of our family. He took us to the castle, garden and museum. He took us to a special request to see a Sake Brewery. He reserved Shinkansen tickets. He helped us with ordering lunch. He was very knowledgeable getting around the trains and buses. It made our day a breeze. We really enjoyed our day and Kazu made it very special. Thank you.

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. And, thank you also for the lovely gift. I’m sorry I had everyone walking so much. It was a pleasure to spend such a fun day with all of your families. I hope this tour will be a memorable part of your time in Japan. I hope you continue to enjoy many more wonderful tours in Japan. Thank you, Kazuhiko Goto

Stephen K.

5 / 5

Jan 24, 2026

Tour on Jan.10

Jan 24, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours

Customized

“A great guide and a very nice man”

I have just returned from Japan. I had a great day in Kyoto with Kaz. He was punctual and provided me with a great day of not just sightseeing, but also the historical depth that I had requested. He was so knowledgeable and was able to really explain his knowledge with depth and clarity. To make things even better he was extremely organized and prepared. It was a great day and I feel as if I have made a friend. I plan on returning as soon as I can and would use him in Kyoto without question. Stephen Kahn

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you for your wonderful review. I also had a great time. I hope this tour becomes a memorable one for you. And I look forward to welcoming you back to Japan again. Thank you!!

Yehuda M.

5 / 5

Dec 3, 2025

A Memorable Nara Tour (Departing from Kyoto or Osaka)

Dec 3, 2025

Nara

6 hours

“Great tour”

Kazuhiko (Kazu) was very kind with us, considerate with our walking issues, and had a lot of patience towards our needs.

Kazuhiko G.

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. I apologize for making you walk so much. I imagine it was a tiring journey. I hope this tour becomes a memorable tour in Japan. Thank you!!