Private Tour
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the vibrant city of Osaka on a full-day walking tour with our government-licensed, experienced English-speaking guides! From the beautiful Osaka castle, to Dotonbori District’s legendary Takoyaki, and the retro vibes of Shinsekai District with its famous giant blowfish lantern, Osaka’s many dynamic and vibrant sights will enthrall you. Hungry after all that exploring? The kitchen of Japan, Osaka, is more than happy to tempt you with its many savory local dishes. Book a tour with us in Osaka to find the best places to eat okonomiyaki!
Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 2 to 3 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests.
We welcome you to come and explore the unique culture of Osaka with us! Or as they say in the Osaka dialect, “Maido”!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Osaka
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private transportation
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Select a pickup point
Dotombori District
Walk through Dotonbori street with its huge billboards, hundreds of restaurants and food stalls selling local foods including the famous Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki.
Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
A 150 meter long shopping street lined with specialty stores with every cooking utensil and kitchen item available. This arcade with its variety of appliances, tableware and cooking accessories provides an interesting counterpoint to the nearby fresh food market at Kuromon Ichiba and can also be a good spot for picking up some unique souvenirs.
Pickup included
354 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Aiden R,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
Yuki was the best tour guide me and my mom could’ve asked for. She was very knowledgeable and courteous, we learned a lot and had so much fun!
john w,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
Fantastic tour with Machiao in very hot conditions.Caught a train from Kobe to meet with our guide in Osaka.Machiao is lovely and knows all the sights of Osaka.I would highly recommend her as a guide.
kerrie D,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
A great tour - well thought out and discussed prior as to what we would like to do. Yuka was delightful and so informative and if you can book with her, I would strongly recommend.
Veronica D,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
A wonderful tour highlighting three areas in Osaka. Our tour guide, Masa, reviewed the history of each area with images from her iPad before each stop and shared customs of Japanese culture with us. She was very professional and energetic. Highly recommend!
Oscar A,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
Mr. Andy did a great job, showed us Osaka and was flexible with our plans as we had planned previously. Very kind and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend him.
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