Private Tour

Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Private or Group Tours

From JPY 6800

4.88

747 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

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Kickstart your day or night Osaka walking adventure with this tour featured on Channel 5 British TV on the hugely popular series "Jane McDonald In Japan", chosen for its "genuine, quirky & unfiltered snapshot of Osaka".

Your local insider guide will pair every location with personal stories & historical info with quirky facts and a great dose of enthusiasm & humour:)

You get to choose from private totally customized tours OR a group tour.

Slip through Namba: hole in the wall bars/eateries, as well as Kuromon seafood market. (If you want lunch/dinner after the tour, we'll recommend delicious local restaurants too)

The retro district will share its charm with wacky game palors & friendly vendors while the Dotonbori will provide a sensory overload, billboards galore!

Osaka Castle will also showcase it's immense role in Japan's unification (only 5hr or 7hr tours)

After, explore hidden cobblestone alleys uncovering a centuries old collection of stores crafting their unique designs.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private personalized tour OR group tour with others

1 Can Drink & 1 small side dish (likely 1 takoyaki ball)

Choose your hours: 3hrs, 4hrs, 5hrs, 7hrs

This is a tour on foot, but can use train or taxi if requested(at your own expense of course)

Entry tickets to any attractions

Transport Costs (normally none, or just 2 short rides of the train)

Food & Drink is not included (except for 1 drink & a small side dish)

Options

Private 4hr Discovery Tour

Pickup included

Group Tour Option (3hrs)

Private 3hr Kickstart Tour

Pickup included

Private 5hr Exploration Tour

Pickup included

Private 7hr Expedition Tour

Snack: Small serving of Takoyaki (Osaka's most famous food)
Pickup included

Reviews

4.88

747 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

688

Osaka is Amazing
Lucas K,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This tour is essential for you to get to know the ins and outs of Osaka. You get to see both the touristy spots AND the little alleyways full of character. Amazing tour with an amazing guide. Highly recommend Stephanie!
Really great. We didn’t...
CHRISTIE D,
Apr 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Really great. We didn’t feel rushed. Adam was very knowledgeable. I enjoyed the different suggestions he had. It would have taken us more time if we didn’t get a tour guide.
Very interesting
Dawn M,
Apr 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very interesting tour, taking on all areas of interest. Included history, culture, local info, local markets and tried lots of local food. Micheal is very knowledgeable and gave great advice on our future plans.
Not worth it for the money spend
neelam v,
Apr 16, 2025
- Viator
1.00
This was a complete rip off and we didn’t cover half the places mentioned in the itinerary for a 5 hour tour. Our guide was very sweet but he told us when we mentioned this that he wasn’t aware of this itinerary and therefore we ended up seeing very few things.
A highlight of our Japan Adventure
Wayne P,
Apr 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had an unforgettable experience exploring Osaka and a very special thanks to Mario who was an amazing guide—knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging. He brought the history, culture, and stories of Osaka to life in such a fun and memorable way. Can highly recommend him and this tour.