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.
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
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.
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee, Pick-up at your designated location
・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)
*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.
Please feel free to contact me!!
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!!
Maria F.
“Nice guide”
Kazu was very nice. We had a great time with him!
Kazuhiko G.
Thank you for the wonderful review. I'm also glad that I had a fun day with your wonderful family. And, I'm sorry that I made you walk so much. I hope this tour will be a memorable one. Thank you!!
Antoinette A.
“Wonderful way to see Kyoto from Osaka Cruise Terminal”
Kazu was an excellent guide from navigating thru busy train ride and reaching all the wonderful spots in Kyoto such as the Tori gates, Bamboo forest and The Golden Pavilion. It was rainy that day but we were able to see all of them because Kazu was very organized and good in checking our time frame . He is very punctual, respectful and knowledgeable about Japanese culture. I will give him 10 stars, he is flexible and accommodates our needs for time. He was able to pick us up early and return us to our cruise terminal on time so we wont be late for all aboard in ship. Thank you Kazu! - Don& Antoinette
Kazuhiko G.
Thanks for the nice review. It was my pleasure to be with you too. This time we had to change our route due to the delay of the train we were on. I am sorry for causing you worry. I hope this tour was a memorable one for you. Thank you very much!
Sakina K.
“Tour of Nara and Osaka”
Kazu did an amazing job organizing a tour for our group. He met us in Kyoto and helped us navigate to Nara. We spent time with the deer and explored the temple with great explanations. He then got us to Osaka and spent time showing us highlights. It was a busy and amazing day! Kazu was kind and very accommodating as we had young kids with us. Highly recommend him as a guide.
Kazuhiko G.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm sorry I made your group walk a lot in the crowded streets. I had a fun day too. Thank you very much. However, it was a shame for the children that the Pokémon Center was closed. I hope this tour will be a memorable one for your group in Japan. Thank you !!
$247/ per group