Private Tour
Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour
Overview
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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
Flexible tour duration: 3, 4, 5, or 7 hours
Walking tour with optional train or taxi use if requested
1 drink and 1 small side dish (usually 1 takoyaki ball)
Private personalized tour or group tour
Entry fees to attractions
Transport costs (if not included in requested route)
Food and drinks beyond the small included snack
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Hozenji Yokocho
These hard to find winding, cobblestone alleys steeped with character & tradition is remarkable . We'll also find walls painted with Osaka's history etched into it.
Dotonbori Tsuribori
Visiting Osaka's Dotonbori River is a must.....one of our highlights. Along side this picturesque scene is a treasure trove full of more than a variety of stores to entertain you.
Options
Group Tour Option (3hrs)
Private 7hr Expedition Tour
Snack: Small serving of Takoyaki (Osaka's most famous food)
Pickup included
Private 4hr Discovery Tour
Pickup included
Private 5hr Exploration Tour
Pickup included
Private 3hr Kickstart Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
1,186 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome tour with the best guide Rahat!
Maryam A,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did a 7 hour walking tour with Rahat and he was an amazing guide! He taught us a lot about the history of Osaka and showed us the main highlights of the city. It was great to have a local show us around. Because of our dietary restrictions he made sure we were able to go to a halal restaurant which we appreciated! Thank you Rahat for a great tour, or as you taught us to say thank you in the Osakan way.. okini 🙏🏼!!!
Osaka Tour with guide Knox
SFCTravelers,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a private tour of Osaka with our guide Knox. After hearing what we were most interested in, we started with Osaka Castle. He gave us an excellent historical overview and why it’s so relevant even today to the people of Osaka. Knox also effectively used our time to guided us around a few key picturesque spots in the beautiful grounds. Other highlights included the area around Dotonbori River and Shinsaibashi-suji but our favorite stop by far was the counter-culture area of America Mura, very close to where our guide Knox lives. He took us to several hidden gems and even bumped into a few friends along the way. Knox did an outstanding job overall, but in particular in this fascinating area.
Our guide Paul was...
Ronald S,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Paul was wonderful. The family had a great time. We saw lots of great sites and Paul's narrative was excellent.
Don’t hesitate - book now!
Georgia G,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I’m always a bit skeptical when it comes to booking walking tours online but my experience with RiRi exceeded all of my expectations! I had such a fun time seeing the different areas of Osaka and hearing a bit of history in addition to what it’s like to live in Osaka today. Don’t hesitate book now!
Amazing tour and guide!
Alicia G,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were a group of eight, and we had so much fun with Milo! She was absolutely amazing… super fun, and she made the entire experience unforgettable. It was honestly the best part of our trip. We got to see so many awesome sights around Osaka, did a little shopping, tasted a bunch of delicious food, and even ended the night by catching a show. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and introduction to Osaka! Highly recommend!
A lot of good info in...
Chris C,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of good info in Osaka as well as recommendations for good eating spots. Tour guide Mio was friendly, personable, and spoke excellent Emglish
Bryan Is An Amazing Tour Guide!!
Jesse J,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bryan was our guide and gave such a good history of Osaka as well as showing some really unique and cool spots I wouldn't have known about otherwise! My friends asking about Osaka I was able to answer their questions because of everything I learned! Bryan is a top notch guide, so friendly and willing to help guide and answer questions. Would 100% recommend! 10/10!!!!
Top notch tour
Madelaine H,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fantastic tour. We would highly recommend it. We moved at a great pace. Mairi was an excellent guide. She was so insightful and her historical knowledge was incredible. We really felt like we got to see the hidden gems of Osaka. Great snack stop as well!
Great tour!
StaceyEbiner,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour, Rafat was an engaging guide, easy to understand and covered a variety of topics. The takoyaki was excellent! Would definitely recommend.
Excellent
Happy2travel20,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and informative. Nick was an excellent guide. No question went unanswered. He was very knowledgeable on every aspect of Japan.
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