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Osaka Private Tour - Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine (One of the famous shrines in Japan (you can learn the difference between Shintoism and Buddhism and how to worship).

Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine (One of the famous shrines in Japan (you can learn the difference between Shintoism and Buddhism and how to worship).

Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine (One of the famous shrines in Japan (you can learn the difference between Shintoism and Buddhism and how to worship. A photo in front of this red bridge will be memorable.).

Douton bori area (The busiest town in Osaka (lined with restaurants serving Osaka's local dish ,okonomiyaki and takoyaki etc.))

Osaka Yasaka Shinto Shrine (It is a small shrine, but this statue can be seen only here among Japanese shrines.)

Osaka Private Tour - Umeda Sky Building (170 m (568 ft), The building features a rooftop observatory. The view of Osaka from the observatory on the top floor is fantastic. The night view is especially breathtaking. On a clear day, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge can be seen across Osaka Bay. This bridge has the second longest central span of any suspension bridge in the world.)

Umeda Sky Building (170 m (568 ft), The building features a rooftop observatory. The view of Osaka from the observatory on the top floor is fantastic. The night view is especially breathtaking. On a clear day, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge can be seen across Osaka Bay. This bridge has the second longest central span of any suspension bridge in the world.)

Your most memorable tour in Osaka

Day Trip

Joined 2014

Kazuhiko G.

4.78 / 5

(196 reviews)

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Osaka

English

6 hours

Private tour (only you and Kazuhiko G.)

Up to 10 people

The city of Osaka flourished around the eponymous Osaka Castle during

the Edo era, and is now the third largest city in Japan.

It is said to be the center of commerce and is a vibrant city with

an atmosphere distinct from that of Tokyo or Kyoto.

Please visit Osaka and get to know a different side of the country.

Itinerary

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

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your Hotel

Osaka Castle

You will learn the following at Osaka Castle:

・The construction of Japanese castles;

・The life of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, one of the renounced samurai-daimyos in the 16th century;

・The battle between the Toyotomi and Tokugawa clans, and the rise and fall of the Toyotomis,

key information to understand medieval Japan.

Shinsaibashi Shopping Street, Douton-bori area and Kuromon Japanese Traditional Market

This place is one of the busiest areas in Osaka. You can enjoy shopping or eating Japanese traditional dish such as sushi and "Okonomiyaki (savory local pizza)." In particular, there are many restaurants in the Doutonbori district that serve a variety of popular regional staples.

After lunch, you will visit Kuromon Ichiba Market.

Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine

You will learn the following at this shrine:

・The difference between Shinto and Buddhism;

・The meanings of a Torii gate;

・How to properly pray at a shrine.

・Please find the three kanji-marked pebbles at Sumiyoshi Shrine. They are said to grant you the five powers: good fortune, longevity,

　strength, wisdom, and wealth.

・There is another interesting stone in a small shrine near this shrine. First, before lifting this stone, consider whether it is heavy or

light, and think about your wish. Then, lift it up. If the stone is lighter than you think, your wish will come true. Now, give it a try.

Other Spots (Shitennouji Buddhist Temple, Osaka Nanba yasaka Shinto Shrine, The Osaka museum of Housing and Living, Umeda Sky Building etc.)

・If time permits, we will visit one more spot.

(No additional fee will be charged if the tour time exceeds the scheduled 8 hours.)

・In addition to the above, there are other spots that will especially please children.

USJ (Universal Studio Japan), Osaka Aquarium etc.

Ending Point

The location requested by the customer.

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, Pick-up at your designated location

What‘s not included

・Transportation fee (Guests and guide)

Less than 1,000 yen each

・Entrance fee (Guests)

Osaka Castle : 600 yen each

The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living : 600 yen each

Umeda Sky Building : 1,500 yen each

・Lunch fee (Guests and guide)

Tour Important Information

＊You will learn the followings.

　・The construction of Japanese castles;

　・History of Medieval Japan;

　・Tokugawa and Toyotomi clan;

　・The difference between Shinto and Buddhism;

　・The meanings of a Torii gate;

　・How to properly pray at a shrine;

　・An interesting experience using two types of stones can be had at the shrine.

＊No additional fees will be charged if the tour time exceeds the scheduled 8 hours.

＊Based on this page, I will prepare an invoice according to your requirements.

＊This is a flexible tour and you can change the itinerary and destinations at any time.

＊Those coming to Osaka for tours from other areas, such as Kyoto, will also be guided to

Osaka from the nearest station or hotel.

For example, if you are coming from Kyoto, we will guide you from your hotel in Kyoto.

The time to Osaka is not included in the scheduled 8 hours.

Time (Hotel in Kyoto→Osaka : about 1 hour)

＊Each customer has different requirements, so I will prepare invoices according to each customer's needs.

No additional charge even if the tour time is extended.

Important message from the supplier

Please feel free to contact me!!

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 2014

Kazuhiko G.

4.78 / 5

(196 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Kazuhiko G.

Hello, I’m Kazuhiko. Please call me “Kazu”. I'm a national-licensed tour guide. I have a wife and 4 children.

I was born in Osaka city near Kyoto, although I have lived in many places across Japan. I used to work for multinational electric company and I traveled to many countries (U.S., Thailand, Hong Kong etc.) on business.

I have enjoyed guiding many foreign tourists in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima, Tokyo, Mt. Fuji etc. for many years.

During your tour, you can discover a rich Japanese history spanning about 2,000 years, learn about and experience profound Japanese arts (tea ceremony, flower arrangement etc.), feel the spiritual atmosphere of Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines, see a breathtakingly beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji, bamboo forest, Japanese gardens etc..

Moreover, you can taste Japanese cuisine that each season has to offer (Sushi, Tempura, Soba or ramen noodle etc.).

You can get close to nature and feed wild deer or monkeys or even a build snowman in winter.

I’m sure that I can provide a splendid tour of Japan that will be a lasting memory for you to treasure.

Experience the mysteries of Japan with 5 senses !!

Your memorable tour awaits you.

Please feel free to contact me!!

Reviews

Lori M.

5 / 5

Jun 5, 2025

Your most memorable tour to Nara (Kyoto or Osaka departure)

Jun 5, 2025

Nara

6 hours

“Great guide!”

Kazu was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with. He had great information, knowledge, and recommendations for us. We enjoyed a nice lunch with him, and we so appreciative to have Kazu!

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you for the nice review. I am glad that you enjoyed your tour of the ancient city of Nara. I also had a pleasant day as well. I hope this tour will be a memorable one. Thank you!

Bernard B.

5 / 5

May 28, 2025

Tour on May 23

May 28, 2025

Kyoto

8 hours

Customized

“Valuable Guide in Kyoto”

Kazuhiko is a very kind man who was a valuable guide in Kyoto. Since we arrived via cruise ship, we were relieved that he could meet us at the Osaka cruise port, and then brought us to Kyoto by train. He had a lot of printed material at the sites explaining what we were seeing. His English comprehension and written English were very, very good. And although he speaks with a Japanese accent, we were able to understand him. Communication was excellent before our tour, with quick responses to our questions and requests, and he tried his best to accommodate them all in the tour. Alas, we were a bit too ambitious in our goals, and Kyoto was insanely crowded, which made it too difficult. Not to mention the many steps at the shrines and temples, which a few in our party had a problem with after a while. The only problem we encountered is that we were a party of four, which made 5 with Kazuhiko-san. To make the most of our time, we agreed to take taxis from one stop to the other. Almost all taxis could only take 4 passengers, so it meant either waiting a long time for an Uber Taxi that could handle 5 passengers, or having to take 2 taxis. So we had to either sacrifice money or time. In our time in Japan, Kyoto was definitely the most expensive place (by far) in terms of taxis, drinks, food, etc. But it was still a great day immersing ourselves in the culture of the city.

Kazuhiko G.

Thank you for the great review. I apologize for making you walk so much; I imagine the slope were quite challenging. I'm also sorry for not providing enough time for lunch. Regarding the taxi situation, it took longer to arrange a large taxi due to the student school trip season. I had a wonderful time, and I hope this tour becomes a cherished memory of your time in Japan. Thank you!!

Agus J.

5 / 5

May 22, 2025

Tour on May 18

May 22, 2025

Nara

9 hours

Customized

“Very prepared and well organized ”

There are 8 of us for an 8 hour tour of Nara and Osaka. Kazuhiko met us at the Tempozan Osaka cruise terminal and we all enjoyed our guided tour with Kazuhiko. He was very well informed and knew his way thru the tricky railway and bus systems. Nara was beautiful, Toudaiji temple was breathtaking and Kasuga shrine was magical and of course Osaka Dotombori district was a nice way to end the day. A definite 5 out of 5 and we will definitely calm upon Kazuhiko on our next trip to Osaka again.

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you for the nice review. I apologize for making you walk so much. Did you get over the fatigue? I went to Nara today again on another tour and it reminded me of my tour with your group. I also enjoyed the tour with your group. I hope your tour will be a memorable one. And, I hope you will come back to Japan again soon. Thank you !!