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 ;)
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
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.
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.
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
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: JPY600 per person
or
Umeda Sky Building: JPY2,000 per person
Ending Point
At your hotel
Ending Point
At your hotel
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
・Guide fee
・Hotel pick-up in Osaka City
・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
- 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.
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 :)
Alvaro H.
“De primera”
Muy amable y dispuesto
Takashi M.
Muchas gracias por el review :) La pasé muy bien con ustedes!!
Ann H.
“Great full day Kyoto guided tour with Takashi”
Our tour with Takashi could not have been any better! His English was excellent and his short cuts thru train stations and knowledge made our day wonderful! He was very flexible and we saw everything we requested and more! The place he took us for lunch was delicious. Best guide ever
Takashi M.
Than you so much for your review. It makes me happy to know that you’re satisfied with the tour :) I had a good day with you. I hope to see you again!!
Maria F.
“Absolutely wonderful!”
Taka, as we called him, was incredible. We booked a 4 day personalized Kyoto/nara itinerary. Since the first moment we met him with his big smile we knew we were going to love him and we were right! His itineraries were wonderful. He always had something planned for my 14 year old. He catered to all of our needs always going above and beyond. I wish we would have known him before because we would have hired him for our entire Japan trip. That is how good he is. His English is amazing and Spanish close to perfect. Do not think twice about hiring Taka! You will not regret it. I will recommend him always with friends and family traveling to Japan! And if you enjoy Karaoke, he is an amazing singer too! A todos los que hablan español, ni lo piensen. Su español es buenísimo. Muy valioso aquí en Japón ya que la mayoría de guías que hablan inglés, no lo hablan muy bien y cuesta mucho entenderles.
Takashi M.
Thank you so much for your review!! I had great 4 days with you and your family :) I hope to see you again ;)
$240/ per group