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Tea & Traditions of Osaka
Tea & Traditions of Osaka is a 4-hour cultural tour starting at 09:30 from Osaka Castle. Explore the historic castle grounds and learn about samurai history. Enjoy a 40-minute traditional Japanese tea ceremony, discovering the meaning and etiquette of tea culture while tasting matcha and sweets. Continue to Dotonbori, visiting Hozen-ji Temple, Hozen-ji Yokocho alley. End thr tour in Kuromon Market, known as Osaka’s kitchen, and experience local food culture and varity of fresh seafood.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Osakajōkōen Station or Morinomiya Station.
- 1) JR Osakajōkōen Station Line: JR Osaka Loop Line Best Exit: Single Exit (Osakajōkōen Exit) Direct access to Osaka Castle Park, very convenient and easy walk. Morinomiya Station Lines: JR Osaka Loop Line Osaka Metro Chuo Line Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line Best Exits: Exit 1 – Closest to Nishinomaru Garden & Castle Park This station is one of the most popular access points.
Traditional Tea Ceremony
Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in a calm, authentic setting. Learn about the philosophy, etiquette, and meaning behind the ceremony while enjoying freshly prepared matcha and traditional sweets. This cultural experience offers a peaceful contrast to the city’s energy.
Dotonbori Area (Hozen-ji, Hozen-ji Yokocho & Food Street)
Dotonbori, Osaka’s most lively district. Visit Hozen-ji Temple, walk through the charming stone-paved Hozen-ji Yokocho alley, and explore Dotonbori’s famous food street featuring takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and iconic neon signs.
Kuromon Market
Visit Kuromon Market, a 400-year-old market known as Osaka’s kitchen. Stroll through vibrant stalls selling fresh seafood, street food, and local specialties. This is a great place to taste Osaka’s food culture and engage with local vendors.
Ending Point
The tour ends in Kuramon Market, or we can extend the tour to explore Osaka’s. Just let us know if you’d like to keep the day going!
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee.
Transportation (Guide)
Transportation fare for you
We will be using public transport. (500yen/- approx)
Tea ceremony.
Snacks
Drinks
Tour Important Information
Wear comfortable shoes: Expect a fair amount of walking.
Stay hydrated: Keep water on hand throughout the tour.
Watch your belongings: Dotonbori and busy areas can be crowded.
Health considerations: Moderate walking may not suit those with mobility issues.
Stay aware: Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, but always be mindful of your surroundings.
Please let me know if you have any preferences in advance.
This tour can be modify. Please DM me for modify your tour.
Important message from the supplier
All tours are fully customizable to match your interests, pace, and travel style.
I am available to guide tours in Hiroshima and Shirakawago upon request (transportation costs such as Shinkansen tickets are not included).
With the sakura season approaching, I offer special cherry blossom tours in Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, featuring both famous spots and local hidden gems.
I can also introduce you to the beauty of Japan’s countryside, including visits to top onsen destinations such as Kinosaki Onsen, as well as scenic sightseeing in Amanohashidate.
Please feel free to message me before booking so we can design the perfect experience together.
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
About Tour Guide Syed atif Y.
A Local Friend in Kansai — Meet Atif
Hey there! I’m Atif, a travel lover who’s been calling Osaka home for the past few years. What started as a curious adventure quickly turned into a deep love for this region — the food, the people, and all the little hidden corners that make Kansai so special.
Now, I spend my days sharing those discoveries with travelers who want to see the real Japan — not just the postcard version.
What I Offer
Fun & Flexible Tours: No boring scripts here! I plan each tour around you — whether you love taking photos, tasting street food, exploring quiet temples, or getting lost in neon-lit backstreets.
Local Secrets: After years of wandering Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe, I’ve found the best hidden gems — from tiny noodle shops to peaceful gardens and back-alley shrines.
Laughs & Memories: My tours aren’t just about facts — they’re about fun. Expect stories, local legends, and maybe even a karaoke challenge (if you’re brave enough)!
Why Travel with Me
Because travel should feel like exploring with a local friend, not following a flag in a crowd. I love good food, spontaneous detours, and showing people the Kansai that most tourists miss. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, I’ll make sure you experience something new — and unforgettable.
Let’s Start the Adventure!
Ready to explore Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, or Kobe?
Let’s laugh, learn, eat, and wander together — Kansai style!
Reviews
Regina A.
“Day guide ”
It was amazing to know Osaka and in a little time, we only had a tour four a day but Ali made sure we understood some of the history and see the best part!!. I would totally recommend it, he went for us at our lobby of the hotel and let us in dotonbori for us to explore for our own. It was so good!
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Syed atif Y.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really happy you enjoyed exploring Osaka and that the tour made your time special. Wishing you great memories and safe travels!
Bill O.
“Grand Tour of Kyoto”
Our guide arrived promptly at our hotel in Kyoto and took us everywhere we wanted to go to. It was a rewarding day seeing the city.
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Syed atif Y.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear you had a rewarding day exploring Kyoto. It was a pleasure guiding you, and we hope to see you again on your next visit.
Jennifer D.
“Great attention to detail ”
Atif was so helpful long before we even met him for our tour. From helping select a train & schedule, to helping us with paying fees and finding food. We were a bit high maintenance and Atif was great. Thank you for the tour of Osaka.
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Syed atif Y.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! It was a joy spending the day with you, your husband, and your daughter Heaven. I’m happy I could help make your Osaka visit smooth and enjoyable. Wishing you all a safe and memorable trip!
$130/ per group
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(Highlights) Held in the evening of July 25 each year, this festival attracts more than a million spectators. Dozens of rafts full of invited, kimono-clad people towed by small boats go upstream the major river in the heart of Osaka, while on-lookers watch from the river bank, nearby bridges and the pier. There stand stalls selling varieties of food, filling in every nook and corner of the river bank. Thousands of fireworks are shot up into the night sky to the great enjoyment of visitors. (Origin of the festival) The myth says that in the year 951, two years after God descended from heaven and settled in the Tenmangu Shrine, they flowed a sacred float in the river from the nearby beach and a funeral hall was built and "misogi" purification ceremony held at the shore where the float reached. Then, those living near the shrine and worshipers built a ship to contributed to the shrine. (How to enjoy) You can see rafts full of "yukata"-clad people in the festive mood on board slowly going upstream the river, while being soaked in the cool evening atmosphere. After dark, fireworks setting the skies ablaze make you sigh in joyful excitement. You can have whatever food you like at the stalls built in the riverbank. (Transportation) The JR train fare from Kyoto station to Osaka station is 560 yen and the subway fare, 180 yen. (Others) Since the venue is very crowded, please do your utmost in protecting yourself from being bumped by others and from theft. If you are there on the days other than the festival day, you can enjoy cruising on board a sightseeing ship called "Osaka water-bus" for a fee of 1,700 yen for one-hour ride. You can see the landscape of Osaka city from different angles as the ship sails along the river. Daytime only, however.
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