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Perfect Trip in Osaka

Shinsekai

Osaka Castle

Dotonbori

Kushikatsu Restaurant Daruma

Restaurants in Dotonbori Area

Ferris Wheel in Umeda

Osaka Station

Okonomiyaki

Perfect Trip in Osaka

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2023

Takashi M.

5.00 / 5

(63 reviews)

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Osaka

Japanese (Native), English, Spanish

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Takashi M.)

Up to 8 people

There are many interesting and exciting places to visit in Osaka. But it might take at least a few days to visit all the popular places. So I chose the best places to visit in Osaka and I will take you to all in 1 day!! You will enjoy the culture and history and food of Osaka. And I'm sure that you will be in love with Osaka by the end of the tour ;)

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Osaka City

09:30 AM

Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle was originally built in 1598 by Hideyoshi Toyotomi. But the castle fell during a war in 1615. Then it was reconstructed in 1629 by Tokugawa Shogunate. But a lightning struck the Main Tower in 1665. The castle which exists right now is rebuilt in 1931.

12:00 PM

Shinsekai and Tsutenkaku Tower

Shinsekai means "New World" in Japanese. This area was developed to have a "National Industrial Exhibition" in 1903. This was one of the most advanced and developed places in West Japan on that time and that's why this area is called "New World". And Tsutenkaku Tower stands in the center of this area and it's the symbol of Shinsekai and Osaka.

01:00 PM

Dotonbori and Namba Area

This is the most energetic area in Osaka!! You can find a lot of stores, restaurants and really unique signboards like Glico Man, Kani Doraku Crab, Kushikatsu Daruma, and so on.

In this area, we can have the lunch in Okonomiyaki restaurant. Okonomiyaki is the most popular and famous soul food in Osaka!!

And we can try Takoyaki in this area. Takoyaki is one of the soul foods in Osaka and the most popular street food in Japan.

Cost of food: JPY2,000-3,500 per person

03:30 PM

Umeda Area

Umeda is one of the biggest commercial, business, shopping and entertaiment district in Japan. And here we can find Osaka Station, which is the largest terminal station in west Japan.

We can take pictures around the station and ride a Ferris Wheel which stands on the top of a building or go to the observatory of Umeda Sky Building, so that we can enjoy a great view of the city.

Ferris Wheel: JPY1,000 per person

Umeda Sky Building: JPY2,000 per person

05:00 PM

At your hotel in Osaka City

Ending Point

At your hotel in Osaka City

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

・Hotel pick-up in Osaka City

What‘s not included

・Transportation fee for your group and guide which is around 900 yen per person

・Entrance fee for your group and guide

・Lunch and dinner for your group and guide

Tour Important Information

- This is a walking tour, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

- Please bring umbrella or poncho in case of rain.

- Transportation fare, entrance fees, food and drinks for YOUR GROUP and GUIDE are NOT included in the guide fee.

- Please let me know your likes and dislikes concerning food and any allergies.

- Some places accept only cash, so please bring enough cash.

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 2023

Takashi M.

5.00 / 5

(63 reviews)

Identity Verified

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About Tour Guide Takashi M.

Hi, my name is Takashi!!

When I go abroad, I think that how nice it would be to have a friend there and hang out together. I want you to feel like you have a friend in Osaka and we can go around and explore.

I was born and grew up in Japan. And I speak English, Spanish and Japanese. I can be the perfect guide for you!!

I can guide you in any city in Japan, just let me know where you wanna go :)

Reviews

Gabriel V.

5 / 5

Jul 17, 2026

Perfect Trip in Kyoto

Jul 17, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours

“Family Kyoto Trip”

Takashi is awesome. He takes you to the must see place in Kyoto. He know many local shortcuts and time schedules to avoid big crowds. He has a lot of knowledge of the Japanese culture and history of the temples . I went with my Wife, 20 year old son, 12 and 9 year old daughters. He explained also everything to them in a fun way to make it interesting according to their age. He speaks perfect Spanish, English and of course Japanese. 100% recommendation!!

Takashi M.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! It was truly a pleasure spending the day with you and your family. I’m so happy to hear that everyone, including your children, enjoyed the tour. I really appreciate your kind words, and I hope to welcome you all back to Japan again someday! :)

Mayra L.

5 / 5

Jul 17, 2026

Tour de Día Completo en Kioto

Jul 17, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours

Customized

“Una jornada magnífica!”

La visita con Takashi fue excepcional. Nos mostró algunos de los lugares icónicos de Kyoto y nos dio numerosas explicaciones históricas y culturales. También compartió con nosotros cómo es la vida cotidiana de los japoneses y contestó todas nuestras preguntas. Lo recomendamos a todos aquellas personas que deseen entender la ciudad y Japón.

Takashi M.

Muchas gracias por sus amables palabras y por su recomendación! Fue un verdadero placer pasar el día con ustedes. Me alegra mucho saber que disfrutaron del tour y que pudieron conocer y aprender más sobre Kioto y Japón :)

Uzair A.

5 / 5

Jul 6, 2026

Full-Day Tour

Jul 6, 2026

Kyoto

12 hours

Customized

“One of the best guided tours we have taken!”

Takashi is awesome! He was on time, super friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable. After our initial request, he designed a custom tour to fit the needs of our family. He took us to the right places and provided the historical context for each location and allowed the kids to engage in. He is very engaging and you don’t get bored at all. I would have never visited those specific places and would not know the context behind any of those beautiful places had Takashi not guided us. He also rented a right vehicle to cater to our family needs on our request. I highly recommend Takashi if you are in Osaka/Kyoto region. Thanks Takashi!

Takashi M.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m really happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed the tour. It was my pleasure to show you around and share the history and culture of Kyoto and Osaka. I’m also glad the customized itinerary and the rental vehicle worked well for your family :)