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You can experience a time travel to the feudal period to encounter Samurai, Japanese warriors.
Himeji Castle (姫路城, Himejijō), also known as White Heron Castle (Shirasagijo) due to its elegant, white appearance, is widely recognized as Japan's most spectacular castle for its imposing size and beauty and its well preserved, complex castle grounds.The first fortifications built on the site were completed in the 1400s. The castle complex as it survives today was completed in 1609.
FROM$221/ per group
Osaka Highlight tour
We visit symbolic Osaka Castle, the 1st state-established Buddhist temple (admission fee of 600 yen needed) and Umeda Sky Building, a popular skyscrapers with 360° panoramic view on top (admission fee of 1500 yen needed).
My guide fee is 56000 yen / 8hours (up to 8 persons)
FROM$375/ per group
Sacred mountain trekking at Mt. Miwa
O-miwa Shrine is known to be the oldest shrine in Japan and Japanese Shinto. Mt. Miwa stands just behind O-miwa Shrine because it is the sacred mountain as well as the object of worship, which is said to be reserving the primitive style of Japanese Shinto and Shrine.
FROM$214/ per group
Osaka City at its Fullest Tour!
In this tour, we’ll enjoy Osaka’s History, Culture, Food, and Views all together~! It’s the best way to explore everything that makes this city special in just one day!!
FROM$261/ per group
Namba Food & Sake Tour Excursion
As an ex-Assistant Food & Beverage Manager/Director for various prominant Hotels & Restaurants here in Japan and having been here since 1983, I kind of know my way around Japanese food and sake.
Let me give you a tour that you not soon forget. Be ready.
FROM$254/ per group
周游大阪的象征(住吉神社、通天閣)和吃炸猪肉排串(是大阪的灵魂食物)
短时间,有效的小旅行
1)从难波坐南海电车到住吉神社(是大阪的守护神)参观
2)然后坐有轨电车到新世界
3)向上看通天閣(是大阪的象征)
4)通过通天閣,到炸猪肉排串店(吃中午饭或是晚饭)
5 ) 吃完后,溜达到宾馆(顺便去到免税店)
FROM$48/ per group
Nara and Osaka in One Day
In the morning, we will be visiting Nara, the ancient capital city of Japan before Kyoto. In the late afternoon, we will move to Osaka, the vibrant center of Western Japan.
You can feel two different faces of Japan, old and new in one day. Experience ancient history during the day and enjoy vibrant commercial atomosphere of the urban life in the late afternoon / early evening.
FROM$268/ per group
Bustling Osaka & Ancient Nara Full Day Private Tour
In this tour we will visit must-see places in Osaka and Nara.
Nara used to be a capital of Japan in the 8th century. We'll visit Todaiji Temple, housing the gigantic Great Statue of Buddha, and Kasuga Grand Shrine. Let's go see nearby fancy Naramachi area, if time permitting.
Osaka Castle was built in the 16th century. Let's go up to the top of the castle tower. You will feel as if you were a shogun. We also visit bustling Dotombori Downtown Osaka.
FROM$482/ per group
Osaka Hilights, the present and the past.
Osaka is the 2nd commercial city in Japan, and was the 1st commercial city, 400 years ago.
Since Osaka is very active, Osaka tried to erect magestic establishments continuously,
This tour consists of 6 elements, the present and the past.
In the past is Osaka Castle.
The present establishment is Umeda Sky Building, 2 Ferris Wheels, Kiyu-kan (Aquarium) and Doutonboiri District
FROM$294/ per group
Full day Osaka private guided tour!
The plan is to meet at your hotel(either in Osaka or Kyoto), then start the tour at the Osaka castle park, moving then either to Tsuruhashi(the Korean town which is an icon of the city) or Umeda Skybuilding(a very peculiar tower with and astonishing view). Then to the Shinsekai area to see, among other things, a retro type of urban Japan. At the end conclude at the Dotombori area where the Glico man will salute you?
I remind you that the route can be flexible in accordance to your interests?
FROM$368/ per group
走遍地道的大阪 ~ 天神橋筋,中崎町,千日前,道頓堀,法善寺
走遍地地道道的大阪的商店街與平民居住區。
"大阪生活今昔館"是在日本第一個以大阪的"住宅與生活"為主題的博物館。館內以實物尺寸重現了日本江戶時代後期(19世紀)的
大阪市街道的風光。這裡可以租賃"和服"並在江戶時代的街道逛街,很受外國遊客的歡迎。
"天神橋筋商店街"是一條在日本最長的商店街(2.6Km長,約有600家的商店,飯莊等等)。這裡的風光與大阪的心齋橋,難波與梅田完全不同,
代表著平民的生活。
"中崎町"至今仍然保持著“昭和時代"的氣氛,但是其中也有改造舊房子的瀟洒的咖啡廳,服裝店等等,非常有趣。
"道頓堀川(河)"有巡航從道頓堀至西邊的堀江地區的遊覽船,航行時間只需20分鐘。既然來到道頓堀,不坐該船就白不坐!
FROM$241/ per group
Osaka City Overview Tour
As a Osaka local person, I take you to the places where are so photogenic and good memories.
Osaka has so deepen history and culture, but until now unknown generally.
I introduce Real Osaka's atmosphere and give you the best experiences.
Food, Historical places, local shopping places, good-warming people etc...
Let's enjoy and explore the fantastic Osaka with me!
FROM$200/ per group
Osaka Must-See Places Half-Day Tour
Osaka has so many interesting places to visit. But if you are tight on time, why don’t you go just must-see-places ,Osaka castle and Dotonbori area with me?
FROM$301/ per group
Osaka Highlight Tour with Govenmentally Licenced Tour Guide
This tour is a well-balanced combination of popular must-see spots and local secret spots in Osaka, one of the biggest city in Japan with cultures and a long history. This tour will cover everything from Japanese religious culture of Buddhism and Shintoism, history such as samurai and cityscapes, modern shopping, Instagrammable spots, and Osaka's unique food culture.
FROM$281/ per group
Experience the Birth and Growth of Osaka
Visit the temple and castle on the hill. Osaka began around the 7th century when the Shitennoji Temple was built on the hill. In the Middle Ages, aristocrats believed that the paradise (Pure Land of Buddha) of the afterlife was beyond the setting sun, and Shitennoji Temple was regarded as the east gate of the paradise. Osaka Castle and large-scale Castletown were built 1000 years later. Osaka Castle and Castle Park with cherry blossoms have been popular with locals and tourists.
FROM$187/ per group
Cultural Properties in Ancient Capital of Kyoto- from Osaka
In Kyoto, there are a lot of cultural properties. Of them, seventeen temples and shrines are included in World Heritage. On this tour, we will visit some of them from Osaka to feel the profundity and splendor of Kyoto.
If you are interested in the places not listed here, for example, if you would like to visit Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijo Castle, Silver Pavilion, Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, Sanjusangen-do and others, just let me know. I will customize a tour for you.
FROM$284/ per group

Tour of Osaka Dotombori
(Highlights)
Dotombori is to Osaka what Gion is to Kyoto. The district is located in the area popularly called "Minami (south)", or south of Osaka city centering on Kintets` Railway Namba station, as compared with "Kita (north)", where JR Osaka station is the hub. On both sides of Dotombori river line business offices, shops, entertainment facilities and all sorts of restaurants and eateries. You can enjoy cruising the 20-minute river on board the yellow-colored boat, which is run two to third times an hour between 1 pm and 9 pm.
(How to enjoy)
Walk along the banks of Dotombori river, spend happy time on board the cruising boat while doing the sites on both sides, or enjoy eating or shopping in the area above the river bank. It would be better for you to be there in the evening in summer when the daytime heat subsides and cool wind prevails. There are many well-known places which have distinctive characteristics: Ebisubashi-suji shopping street, where many shops from Edo period line; Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, where there are fashionable shops; Soemon-cho Shopping Street good for night life; Dotombori Shopping Street, otherwise called "Kuidaore-no-mahci, where you can spend all your money eating; Sennichi-mae Shopping Street; and Hozenji-yokocho Street, known for the mossed "Mizukake-fudoson" Buddha statue and for the long-running TV drams in former days. All these places are good for eating and walking. By the way, "suji" means a street running from north to south in Osaka.
(Others)
JR transportation fare from Kyoto to Osaka is 560 yen and the subway fare from Osaka to Namba, 240 yen. The fare for the cruise boat ride is 900 yen.
FROM$136/ per group
A day trip to Hiroshima from Osaka
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is the place every human being should visit.
Itsukushima Shrine, which looks like floating on the sea, is one of the best scenic beauties in Japan.
We can eat the local food of Hiroshima, like Hiroshima yaki.
You can make a day trip to Hiroshima from Osaka.
FROM$334/ per group
Private tour Osaka half day Forest bathing Minoo Park Osaka
Discover the tranquil beauty of Minoo with private guided forest bathing and hiking experience. Nestled in the heart of nature, Minoh is renowned not only for its lush greenery and stunning waterfalls but also as a sacred site of Shugendo an ancient spiritual practice.
Tours offer a blend of relaxation and cultural insight. Immerse yourself in the therapeutic atmosphere of the forest, unwind amidst the serene surroundings, and learn about the spiritual significance of this revered location.
FROM$120/ per group
Osaka Night Tour
Osaka starts to glow and show totally different side at night, which is really beautiful and exciting.
I would like to explore the night with you!!
This tour is focused on visiting the best night life spots in Osaka.
If you want a night adventure in Osaka, this is the tour for you.
FROM$154/ per group
Osaka: Culinary Culture Tour 6 hours
In this tour, first we will visit Osaka Castle, one of the must-see spots in Osaka. Then we will visit food-related places, such as Dohtonbori Canal Area and
Kuromon Market. Sometimes, Osaka is called "Tenka no Daidokoro". It means, "the kitchen of the country". We will visit these exciting spots, focusing on the culinary culture in Osaka. In the conclusion of this tour, you will have an idea why Osaka is called "Tenka no Daidokoro".
FROM$187/ per group
Osaka Castle and Wagyu Teppanyaki Experience Tour
Our "Osaka Castle and Wagyu Teppanyaki Experience Tour" offers a unique and immersive exploration of Osaka's rich history and culinary delights. Begin your day with a visit to the iconic Osaka Castle, where you'll delve into the city's fascinating past. Then, indulge in a mouthwatering Wagyu Teppanyaki dining experience, savoring the finest Japanese beef cooked to perfection right before your eyes.
FROM$127/ per group
Mt. Koya 1 day tour from Osaka
Mt.Koya is one of the center of Buddhism in Japan which was built by monk Kukai(Kobo Daishi) 1200 years ago. He went China to study esoteric Buddhism and spread it in Japan. He built a temple building complex for training here. In Koya there are more than millions of graves or tombs or memorials of all kind of religions including Christianity. It is very interesting place.
FROM$268/ per group
[ANIME, MANGA] Pop culture tour
*[LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT]
Anime, manga merchandise places hopping.
You can shop around for anime, merchandise, manga, figurings, retro games, etc. Also, you can go to a Japanese arcade, maid cafe, have street food, etc.
FROM$114/ per group
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