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Osaka Like a Local: 8-Hour Custom Tour & Food Night

Osaka Like a Local: 8-Hour Custom Tour & Food Night

Nightlife

Joined 2025

Miyu S.

4.95 / 5

(21 reviews)

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Osaka

English, Japanese (Native)

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Miyu S.)

Up to 10 people

Want to experience Osaka your way? Your itinerary is 100% customizable! Beyond must-sees like Osaka Castle and Dotonbori, I can take you to exclusive local experiences. Past guests have enjoyed a Takoyaki party at my shared apartment, an authentic samurai class at a hidden dojo, shopping at Japan's longest 2km street, and hopping through secret neighborhood izakayas. Tell me what you love, and let's create your ultimate day!

Itinerary

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

12:00 PM

Meeting Point

Pick you up at your hotel

- Please tell me your hotel.

12:30 PM

Tenjinbashisuji Shopping street (My Top Recommendation!)

Discover Tenjinbashisuji, Japan's longest shopping street at over 2km (1.2 miles). It's a tourist-free hidden gem for delicious local street food!

02:00 PM

Osaka Castle (Flexible!)

We can head to Osaka Castle next, but honestly, we can go wherever you want! If you have another spot in mind, just let me know and we'll change the plan on the spot.

04:30 AM

Dotonbori & Anywhere You Want! (Fully Customizable)

Beyond Dotonbori’s neon lights, we can go anywhere! Explore hidden backstreets, trendy Shinsaibashi, anime paradise Otaro, or head to Umeda for the Nintendo Store. This evening is yours—just let me know your vibe!

06:00 PM

Ura-Namba Izakaya Hopping (Local Hidden Alley)

The walking-distance contrast between touristy Dotonbori and local Ura-Namba is mind-blowing! The vibe completely changes at night. See the dazzling neon my guests call 'Times Square,' then dive into the deep local drinking culture with me!

Ending Point

I will tell you how to go back your hotel.

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

English Guide

Making itinerary

What‘s not included

Meals (Per Person):

Lunch: Around 2,000 JPY

Dinner: Around 6,000 JPY

Guide's Meals: I kindly ask that you cover the cost of my meals when we eat together during the tour.

• Transportation: I also ask for 2,000 yen in cash on the day of the tour to cover my travel expenses.

[Optional Activity]

Samurai Experience & Sword Purchase: 15,000 JPY per person.

Tour Important Information

Special Option: Samurai Experience & Sword Purchase

For our time in Osaka, I have a very special suggestion! A close friend of mine runs a Samurai Dojo, where you can have an authentic Samurai Experience. If you are interested, you can even purchase a genuine Japanese sword here to take home as a lifelong souvenir!

Please note that there is an additional fee of 15,000 JPY per person for this specific activity.

Since my friend’s English is limited, I will be there as your personal interpreter to guide you through the history, techniques, and the sword selection process, ensuring you have a seamless and meaningful experience.

If you would like to add the Samurai Experience, please let me know. I will check the dojo's availability and get back to you!

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

Miyu S.

4.95 / 5

(21 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Miyu S.

I'm Miyu. I'm from Osaka.

I studied abroad US for 4 months.

I'm working as a tour guide in Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara for 4years.

If you are with kids, old people no problem.

My youngest guest is 0 years old. My oldest guest is over 90years old.

If you wanna change your plan during the tour.

No problem!

This is a private tour. I can change the destinations whenever you want.

I like history, anime, and games.

I like to see many people from all over the world.

Reviews

Roger K.

5 / 5

Aug 2, 2026

Kyoto Cultural & Foodie Tour on July 28th

Aug 2, 2026

Kyoto

6 hours

Customized

“Kyoto with Miyu”

Had a wonderful day exploring with Miyu, recommend for your guide

Miyu S.

Thank you for joining the tour and giving me a review! I'm looking forward to seeing you again!!

Roger K.

5 / 5

Jul 28, 2026

Osaka Local Deep Dive

Jul 28, 2026

Osaka

4 hours

Customized

“Osaka - Kyoto ”

Miyu was our tour guide for a afternoon in Osaka then the ffollowing day in kyoto. We found Miyu extremely knowledgeable from local history to navigating Japan's rail system. Would recommend Miyu for next guide.

Miyu S.

Thank you so much for joining my tour and for taking the time to write such a wonderful review! It was a true pleasure exploring Osaka and Kyoto with you. Please take good care of yourself in this heat, and I hope you have an amazing time at the Nebuta Festival!

Roberta F.

5 / 5

Jul 2, 2026

Early Bird Deer Nara Tour

Jul 2, 2026

Nara

5 hours 30 mins

“Very great guide showing all the key places ! ”

Miyu was our guide today and it was a joy to have a local that showed us all the key spots! She also brought us to see great shops where we bought lovely pottery! Great fun.

Miyu S.

Thank you so much for the lovely message! It was an absolute joy guiding you both today. I’m so thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the local spots and that you love the pottery! They will be a wonderful reminder of your trip. Have a safe and amazing rest of your journey!