Osaka Food, Shopping and Cultural Tour
Joined 2024
Get ready for a culinary adventure through the vibrant streets of Osaka, where food is more than just a meal—it’s an experience! Join us on this exciting food tour and sample the city’s most famous dishes, from takoyaki to okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu! Along the way, you’ll also discover the hustle and bustle of Osaka’s station buildings and also you can enjoy shopping and find unique souvenirs!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Osaka station
- JR Osaka station - at the Central gate
Shinsaibashi area - eat Takoyaki
Walking Shinsaibashi area, American village, Dohtonbori arcade street and eat Takoyaki. Also we will go to Dohtonbori, where one of the famous photo spot! You should take picture with the river and the Guriko!
Namba area - shopping
Walking around Namba area and do some shopping if you want to. Also we can find some sweet shop that famous in Osaka and local stuff!
Namba Yasaka Shrine
If you are interested in seeing the Lion gate, we can go to Namba Yasaka shrine. Picture spot!
Shinsekai area - Kushikatsu
This is the famous place for Osaka soul food Kushikatsu! We see the local Osaka street and eat some local Osaka foods!
Osaka castle 大阪城 / Your choice
One of the most famous castle; Osaka castle. We learn Samurai History and Tokugawa Shogun.
*If you have another place or just want to do some more shopping, we can change the place or what to do. Please feel free to tell me what you want to do.
Osaka station area 大阪駅周辺
The last destination is Osaka station; we buck to Osaka station, but not the main JR Osaka station. If we walk little bit south you will see very local Osaka soul. we walk around that area; where many salary men goes to get beer after they finish to work. You will find lots of beer place, standing japanese style hub. I will bring you there and find to eat for your dinner and happy hour beer!
Ending Point
Osaka station area
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
◎Guided tour with cultural and historical insights
A personalized, guided experience, where I’ll take you to explore key cultural landmarks and share in-depth information about their history and significance.
◎Interesting discussions about Japan’s traditions and cultural differences
◎Some ideas and advices for another days - How to spend time in Japan/Kyoto/Osaka (Where to go, What to eat, What to do)
×Transportation fees (Bus and Train)
Public transportation (bus, subway, or train) and taxi fares are not included in the price. The total transportation fee will be under 5,000 yen.
×Meals and drinks
×Entrance fees (you and your guide)
Some temples and castle along the tour charge an entrance fee ranging from ¥500 – ¥1500 yen.
For example: Osaka castle: 1200 yen
Tour Important Information
*This tour involves a lot of walking, including stairs and slopes, so please wear comfortable walking shoes.
*The tour runs in all weather conditions. Please bring an umbrella or raincoat if rain is expected. Osaka can be hot in summer and cold in winter, so dress accordingly.
*Bring some cash, as some small shops and temples do not accept credit cards.
*Transportation fees are not included. You will need an IC card (Suica/ICOCA/Pasmo) or cash for buses and trains.
*Food & drinks fee are not included. You can enjoy Osaka's specialties during the tours.
*Some attractions have entrance fees, so please prepare for this.
(Osaka castle: JPY 1200 yen)
*Hotel pickup is available for an additional USD 30 to 70 dallers, depending on location.
Important message from the supplier
Depends on other schedule, I can be more flexible. I can be more flexible if can know the schedule before.
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 2024
About Tour Guide Kazue K.
Hello! My name is Kazu, a tour guide from Kyoto. I was born and raised here, studied in Osaka, and became fluent in English after studying abroad in Canada. My experience there made me appreciate Japan’s beauty and cultural differences, inspiring me to share Kyoto with people from around the world.
I started as a volunteer guide for friends but now work professionally to show more people Kyoto’s charm. On my tours, I’ll take you to great spots and share insights into Japanese culture, customs, and the unique mindset of Japanese people. I look forward to guiding you!
Reviews
Megan M.
“We had a perfect day! Highly recommend Kaz!”
Thank you Kaz for our perfect day. This was our first visit to Kyoto and our fifth/last day. We wanted to visit Rokuon-ji Kinkaku (Golden Pavilion) but we also wanted to see some different things with a more local experience. Kaz was so patient with us as we decided on our day and then she found us the most wonderful little art gallery, textile museum and coffee place. We enjoyed her company so much that by the time we were strolling through shopping arcades after lunch, we were chatting like old friends. A perfect day to end our stay in Kyoto and we learned a lot about this beautiful city. A memorable day for us!
Pedro C.
“A Personalized walk around Kyoto!”
We had the pleasure of exploring Kyoto with Kazue as our guide, and it was a truly enjoyable and memorable experience. From the start, she was friendly, attentive, and genuinely interested in making the tour suit our interests. Kazue crafted a personalized itinerary that took us beyond the usual tourist spots. We visited quiet, lesser-known temples that allowed us to appreciate a more peaceful and authentic side of Kyoto. Along the way, we had meaningful encounters with local people — moments that added a special, personal touch to the day. Despite having only four hours, the tour felt rich and unhurried, giving us a genuine glimpse into the city’s culture and charm. If you’re looking for a more intimate, well-curated experience of Kyoto, we’d definitely recommend a tour with Kazue.
Kazue K.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful message. It truly made my day! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that it became a special part of your honeymoon. It was such a pleasure spending time with you both and showing you a quieter, more peaceful side of Kyoto. The unexpected moment with the kind man floating flowers in the stream was so touching --- I think I will always remember of you two when I go to there. Thank you again for letting me be part of such a special time in your honeymoon. Wishing you both lots of love, happiness, and many more adventures together! I hope we sometimes meet somewhere in the world like you two had just randomly meet your ild friends in Kyoto. Thank you very much!
Kristen V.
“Great time with Kaz! ”
Taking a tour with Kaz was so informative and fun. She gave us details that we wouldn’t have found out about had we gone on our own. She helped us to decipher our Omikuji, which we got lucky! And she took us to places to eat the local food and learn more about Japanese culture. It was such a pleasure hanging out with Kaz that I hope one day we will meet again. Thank you, Kaz, for making our time so special in Kyoto!
Kazue K.
Thank you very much, Kristen! I had a great time too — it was really fun! It was also really nice to talk about so many things, not only the history and culture of Kyoto, but also many other things from around the world. I was also really interested to hear your stories about your job, your history and your family. Also, Thank you so much for teaching me so much while we were eating matcha ice cream! I really hope to meet you again someday, either in Japan or in America. Thank you very much!
$311/ per group
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