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Discover Osaka: Samurai History & Local Streets
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Joined 2025
Step into the past and future of Osaka in one unforgettable journey.
Begin at Osaka Castle, where towering stone walls and samurai legends come alive. Then dive into the heart of the city at Dotonbori, famous for its neon lights, lively streets, and endless street food.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- I will meet you up at your hotel.
Osaka castle
Osaka Castle was first built in 1583 by the legendary warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi as a symbol of his power. It later became the site of the famous Siege of Osaka, which changed the course of Japan’s history.
During the tour, we’ll share more of the fascinating stories behind the castle and its role in shaping Japan.
the best local food for lunch
anything you like! for example, Okonomiyaki, Ramen, Sushi, Templa and anything you like!
Doutonbori
you can enjoy Dotonbori like a local — taste street foods, find the best photo spots, and explore the lively canal area together.
you can hear about history!
Tsutenkaku
Tsutenkaku, the symbol of Osaka’s Shinsekai district, was first built in 1912 and rebuilt after WWII. From the observation deck, you can enjoy wide views of the city, and downstairs you’ll find shops, local snacks, and the famous Billiken statue, said to bring good luck.
you can explore Shinsekai, learn its history, and of course enjoy some of the best local foods around Tsutenkaku.
Ending Point
Tennoji Zoo Station
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
Guide fee
Meeting you up at your hotel.
Lunch for you and your guide
Public transportation fee
( Everything is optional )
Entrance fee for you and guide Osaka castle / 1200yen per person
Entrance fee for you and guide Tsutenkaku / 1200yen per person
Tour Important Information
Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Ready to make tons of memories!!
Important message from the supplier
Even if something comes up last minute, I can usually make it work!
Ask me anything!!!
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 2025
About Tour Guide Leo A.
Hi, I’m Leo!! your local-friendly tour guide in Japan. Easy to talk to, fluent in English, passionate about Japanese history, and always ready to show you hidden local spots. Whether you're here for travel, filming, or just good conversation!! I help you connect naturally and deeply with Japan.
Let’s explore the real Japan, together.
Reviews
Christian L.
“Amazing day in Kyoto with an amazing guide!”
I thoroughly enjoyed the Kyoto tour with Leo. He picked us up early at our hotel and guided us through the city. It wasn’t just the historic stories that were interesting, in between the historic sites he also took us to some places that were interesting to our teenagers in the group. He also engaged with everyone in our large group to see what they’re interested in, what they had seen so far in Japan and just making sure we are having a good time and stay hydrated. At the end of the trip it turned out our planned lunch stay was on the way to his train station, so he was kind enough to take us there as well.
Rachel R.
“Wonderful. Book him he’s great!”
Leo is awesome. So knowledgeable and connects with everyone in your group. My 17 year old twins and 20 year old loved him! He was adaptable to the groups needs. Great food spot recommendations and we loved spending the day with him seeing the sights in kyoto. Would use him again! Makes it stress free and fun.
David B.
“Very good host ”
Leo was great and so knowledgeable and helpful and patient with us. We enjoyed our two days w him ! And he knows so much and it felt like being w one of our own family !
$282/ per group
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