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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.

4.79 / 5

(205 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.

4.79 / 5

(205 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

Maryann B.

5 / 5

Oct 13, 2026

Tour on October 12

Oct 13, 2026

Kyoto

6 hours

Customized

“HIROSHIMA Museum and Miyajima island ”

Sad about what happened in Hiroshima all those deaths, but wonderful how it flourished and now looks beautiful. We enjoyed Miyajima also, the Tori gate and saw the temple. Had wonderful seafood and checked out the stores. It was a wonderful tour thanks to Kazu! We enjoyed this tour a lot! Kazu was wonderful as always. Thank you Kazu!

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, I also had a wonderful time in Hiroshima and Miyajima with your nice group. Thank you very much. I hope this tour will be a memorable experience for your group. Thank you!! Kazuhiko Goto

Maryann B.

5 / 5

Oct 10, 2026

Tour on October 9.

Oct 10, 2026

Kyoto

6 hours

Customized

“Train ride, boat ride and Gion”

Went on the lovely Romantic train ride, Hozugawa boat ride which we really enjoyed, and visited Gion. Kazu was wonderful as always.

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. It was my first time taking the Hozu River cruise, too. I had a great time. I look forward to seeing you again tomorrow. Thank you, Kazu Goto

Hannah G.

5 / 5

Aug 24, 2026

Tour on August 10

Aug 24, 2026

Kyoto

5 hours

Customized

“What an adventure!!!”

Wow what a day we spent with Kazu! Nothing was too much for Kazu - even my demanding schedule to take us from one side of Kyoto to another and he excelled and we all had such an amazing time! Kazu led us with ease and made even train hopping look easy. He knew the best pics to take in the areas especially at the beautiful Arashiyama Bamboo groves and do not miss the MUST DO trip to the Monkey park - was fabulous and feeding the monkeys was so much fun! We can't wait to come back in the future - Kazu will give you the adventure of a lifetime and show off his beautiful country!Thank you thank you thank you!!! We will never forget the time we shared in Kyoto with you!

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. I was also very happy to serve as your family’s tour guide. It was a very hot day, so I’m sure you were all exhausted. However, I’m very glad you all enjoyed yourselves. I hope this tour will be a memorable experience in Japan for your wonderful family. I would be delighted if you could visit Japan again soon. Thank you!! Kazuhiko Goto