Your most memorable tour in Osaka

Day Trip

Kazuhiko G.

4.66(125) reviews
Osaka
English
8 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
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.

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.

What to Expect

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.


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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)


Important Information

Please feel free to contact me!!



No additional charge even if the tour time is extended.

・This rate is for groups of 3 or more.

For two people or less, the fee is 30000 yen (231 USD *130 yen per USD)

・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)

・The train fare to Osaka will be required.

The train fare is (Kyoto→Osaka : 4.4 USD (Adult) / 2.2 USD (Child) *130 yen per USD)

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


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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main features of this tour?

I don't just guide you. I will do my best to make your trip more memorable by responding to your various requests.

Is it possible to change the itinerary?

Yes, at any time. I will adapt to your requests.

Can you guide me to other spots ?

Yes. I can also guide you to following spots, so please feel free to contact me.

Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima, Himeji (National Treasure Castle), Hikone (National Traesure Castle),

Takayama & Shirakawa-go

Reviews

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Jeanna R.

5.00
May 12, 2023

Fantastic day in Osaka

This was a fantastic day planned by Kazu san. We saw everything we wanted to see and more in Osaka. Kazu san was so knowledgeable of the history which truly gave us an appreciation of the culture we came to explore. He was so professional, organized, kind and a pleasure to talk with throughout the day. I highly recommend his tours.

Kazuhiko G.

Thanks for the nice review. I am very happy to have guided your lovely family too. Sorry for making you walk so much. I hope this tour will be a memorable one. And, please visit Japan in near future. Thank you very much. Best regards, Kazuhiko Goto

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Patrick C.

5.00
May 6, 2023

Patrick Chin

Excellent service

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Patrick C.

5.00
May 6, 2023

Patrick Chin

Excellent service

P

Patrick C.

5.00
May 6, 2023

Patrick Chin

Excellent service

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thanks for the great review. I hope to guide your group again in the near future to Kyoto and other spots in Japan. Best regards, Kazuhiko Goto

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