Osaka One Day Tour with history & local food

Highlights
Osaka
English, Japanese (Native)
8 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 7 people

Osaka is one of the most popular tourist spots in Japan. It has a mix of unique cultures which are traditional and modern. It has developed and flourished for geographical reasons. This tour includes Osaka Castle and Shitennoji Temple, which have a long history in Japan, and the Sky Building, which has a remarkable modern architecture.

Osaka is also famous for delicious foods. You can enjoy eating local and special food in Osaka.

Let's enjoy the tour together !

Atsuko T.
4.92 / 5
(24 reviews)

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Osaka

09:00 AM

At your hotel

You can also choose any hotel or train station near your accommodation.

09:30 AM

Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle was a fortified castle. You will be able to learn the history and strategic design of the castle while strolling around the castle ground.

The castle also has magnificent structures and beautiful gardens.

Let's enjoy visiting this attractive castle.


12:00 PM

Dotonbori

Let's enjoy strolling around the Dotonbori area. You will be able to grab a bite to eat and enjoy shopping.

02:00 PM

Shitennoji Temple

Shitennoji Temple is the oldest government temple in Japan. You will be able to learn a lot about Buddhism at this temple.

The scenery of the temple is picturesque. You will be able to enjoy the temple's stunning garden. (The garden is open from the 11th to the end of each month. )

04:00 PM

Umeda Sky Building

This unique building is located in Umeda, which is in central Osaka.

You will be able to enjoy great views from the observatory of this high-rise building.

You will also be able to enjoy the beautiful sunset and night view there if you want.

05:00 PM

Umeda Sky Building or other places

You can choose any place to finish the tour.

Ending Point

At your hotel or other places

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

Hotel pick up in Osaka city

What‘s not included

Transportation and admission fees for you

Transportation fees for the guide

Lunch costs for you and the guide (approx. 1000 to 1500 JPY for each)


Important Information

I am available for doing tours in Osaka, Nara, Kyoto and Kobe at least three days in a week.

I usually know my schedule a month in advance.

Please check my schedule before booking.

I can also do tours until 8 pm (finish time) in Osaka and Nara, 7 pm (finish time) in Kyoto and Kobe.

My transportation fees and lunch costs are not included in the tour price so I respectfully request you pay these costs in cash at the end of the tour.

I will tailor your tours according to your requirements.

Please feel free to contact me at anytime.

I look forward to meeting you and showing you the beauty of Japan.

On this tour we'll visit four popular tourist spots in Osaka. If you want to visit other places, please feel free to let me know. I will arrange the tour according to your request.

Also, if you want to change the meeting time, please feel free to ask me.

We'll be able to finish the tour at the Umeda Sky Building if you want.

You will be able to enjoy the beautiful sunset and night view from the observatory on your own.

This tour will show you the following;

・ From the ancient to the modern history of Osaka.

・The correlation between Shinto and Buddhism for Japanese people.

・The traditional and beautiful gardens

・Special foods in Osaka

・Culture in Osaka

・How people live and communicate with each other in Osaka


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

Reviews

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Cory B.

5 / 5
Sep 24, 2023

Great guide!

We had a fantastic day in Nara. She was knowledgeable, some perfect English, and got us around efficiently. I highly recommend her.

Atsuko T.

Hello Ms. Cory B, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I really enjoyed this tour with you and your family. It was a hot day and also your husband hurt his knees on the day. I feel relieved to know you were happy in Nara. Thank you for joining my tour. Best regards, Atsuko

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Katherine G.

5 / 5
Aug 28, 2023

Excellent Experience!

Atsuko was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgable! My son and I very much enjoyed our one day tour of Osaka with her. She saved us a lot of money by finding us the best packages on each stop on our itinerary. She was well prepared, shared history on all the sites we visited, and took us to authentic, local spots for traditional food. Thank you Atsuko!

Atsuko T.

Hello Ms. Katherine G, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I really enjoyed this tour with your husband, Mr. Francois and son, Teo. We visited many places even when it was hot in Osaka. We had a great lunch together. I was happy to know they liked it. Please visit Osaka next time with them. Thank you for joining my tour. Thank you. Best regards, Atsuko

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Clara D.

5 / 5
Aug 23, 2023

Amazing tour in Kyoto

We booked a 1 day tour of Kyoto with Atsuko to discover the city and it was amazing. Atsuko explain us everything and give us all the details to better understand Japanese history and culture. It was a pleasure to send this day with her and we hightly recommand her !

Atsuko T.

Hello Ms. Clara D, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I really enjoyed visiting Kyoto and talking with both of you. I could learn a lot about France. When I listened to your French, I felt comfortable. I was happy that you understood Japanese history and culture. Thank you for joining my Kyoto tour. Please enjoy Osaka tomorrow!! Thank you. Best regards, Atsuko

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Brian P.

5 / 5
Jul 30, 2023

Great day in kyoto

We had a great day. She was excellent and very informative. Was very flexible with the schedule to accommodate our wishes. I wish we could have had another day with her in kyoto to see more of the city Thanks again!!

Atsuko T.

Hello Mr. Brian, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I also had a good day. I enjoyed talking with your family and showing the beautiful parts of Kyoto to you. Yes. Please visit Kyoto again when it is cooler. Thank you for joining my tour. Best regards, Atsuko

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