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Tea & Traditions of Osaka
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Joined 2025
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!
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
Guide fee.
Transportation (Guide)
Tea ceremony.
Transportation fare for you
We will be using public transport. (500yen/- approx)
Snacks
Drinks
Keep some cash with you for food and snacks.
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.
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
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
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!
Ruth H.
“️️️️️Fantastic Osaka Deep Dive Tour with Atif!”
We had an amazing time on Atif’s Osaka Deep Dive Full-Day Tour – Classic Meets Local Life. The day was fast paced, informative, energetic and so much fun - the perfect introduction to both Osaka and Japan! Atif was incredibly supportive and attentive, guiding us smoothly through busy areas while sharing great insights, cultural explanations and local stories. He struck the perfect balance between famous landmarks and hidden neighbourhood spots we never would have found on our own. We finished the tour feeling more confident navigating Japan and truly connected to the city. Highly recommend this experience - Atif made Osaka come alive!
Syed atif Y.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m really happy to hear that you and your group enjoyed the Osaka Deep Dive Full-Day Tour. It was a pleasure guiding you and your group and sharing the mix of classic sights and local hidden gems. Your kind words mean a lot. I hope to welcome you and your wonderful group again on your next visit. Thank you for choosing my tour!
Nas M.
“Explore with a knowledgeable friend!”
Our day trip to Kyoto with Atif was fantastic! Traveling with a 10-year-old can be tricky, but Atif designed a truly bespoke tour perfectly suited to our family's needs. He kept my son completely engaged, finding creative ways to explain the history that captivated him. Atif curated an experience that matched our exact requirements, managing our time flawlessly. It felt less like exploring with a guide and more like exploring with a knowledgeable friend. We highly recommend him!
Syed atif Y.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really happy to hear you and your son enjoyed the day in Kyoto. It was a pleasure spending time with you both and exploring together. I’m glad your son had fun and found the history interesting! Hope to see you again on another adventure in Japan!
$144/ per group
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Osaka Deep Dive Full-Day Tour – Classic Meets Local Life
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Osaka Deep Dive Full-Day Tour – Classic Meets Local Life
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Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views
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Katsuo-ji Temple & Choose Your Osaka Adventure
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Deer & Neon: Nara & Osaka Highlights
Other Popular Nightlife Tours in Osaka
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Osaka nightlife tour
Osaka’s true nightlife magic lies beyond Dōtonbori’s neon glow, tucked into narrow alleys and behind discreet doors where locals gather to eat, drink, and unwind. In Hozenji Yokocho, lantern-lit stone paths lead to intimate izakayas serving yakitori, ramen, and sake late into the night. Nearby, Ura-Namba—“Back Namba”—buzzes with small bars and street stalls where friendly regulars welcome newcomers.
Osaka nightlife tour
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Tour of Osaka Tenjin-matsuri Festival / Cruising on the river
(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.
Tour of Osaka Tenjin-matsuri Festival / Cruising on the river
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Osaka Skyscraper: ABENO HARUKAS
ABENO HARUKAS building has just opened on March 7th, 2014. It's the tallest building in Japan with a height of 300 meters, exceeding even the Yokohama Landmark Tower by 4 meters. The Abeno and the Ten-noji area is the commercial center and transportation hub of Southern Osaka. Abeno Harukas has an observatory deck on the 59th and 60th floor, "Tenku Teien" or Sky Garden on the 58th floor and an observatory restaurant on the 57th floor. The Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel is on the 19th, the 20th floor, and also from the 38th to the 55th floor. Offices are on the 21st to the 37th floor. There's a museum on the 16th floor and the Kintetsu Department Store covers everything from the 14th floor down to the B2 level. In particular, the 360 degree panoramic view of Osaka city from the top floor is a picturesque night scene because there aren't any high buildings around the ABENO HARUKAS. Inside the Kintetsu Department Store you will find many luxury brand boutiques, shops and restaurants. I'm sure you'll enjoy shopping and eating there. There are also many restaurants at Q's mall, Mio, or Tennoji Station Building, which are buildings around the ABENO HARUKAS. Why don't you enjoy the magnificent view of Osaka from Osaka's newest skyscraper?
Osaka Skyscraper: ABENO HARUKAS
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Let's Enjoy Nightlife in Namba
◎Jusy and sizzling "Yakitori" Grilled Chicken Screwed in Namba Osaka's Best Gourmet Area in Osaka ◎Walking on Dotombori Street Challenge cork gun shooting and Play crane game ◎ Cozy and stylish bar with a nice bartender offers 5 types of alcohol tasting with free appetizers and party games included the tour price ◆You can upgrade to a private room if you pay extra money with unlimited Karaoke machine with party games ◆Takoyaki Cooking Class is ready if you reserve in advance
Let's Enjoy Nightlife in Namba
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