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 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.
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
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private 7hr Expedition Tour
Snack: Small serving of Takoyaki (Osaka's most famous food)
Pickup included
Private 3hr Kickstart Tour
Pickup included
Private 5hr Exploration Tour
Pickup included
Group Tour Option (3hrs)
Private 4hr Discovery Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
1,294 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great value and interesting.
Adelaidetravelfamily,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rudy was a great guide giving lots of insights and providing a tour that really shared the vibe of Osaka and the local lore. It is long but not too arduous with lots of stops along the way.
Osaka walking tour
312morganh,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Josh was amazing he managed to keep my 2 teenage boys entertained while still being able to fill us in on the history of Osaka. He also was very helpful with the millions of questions we had. Was a really great experience
Great tour for families
X2054PTkateo,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Hot Spots and Hidden Gems tour with our kids (ages 17, 15, 12 and 10) and we all loved it. Brian was great - we learned a lot of things about Osaka that we wouldn’t have otherwise known - and he kept the tour fun for everyone. So glad we did the tour at the start of our visit to Osaka. It really made a difference to our enjoyment of the city as we were able to return to the areas we enjoyed most and visited many of the places that Brian recommended. We will definitely do more Osaka Food Tour tours when we return.
Osaka walking tour experience
John W,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful walking tour of the fun part of the city, particularly, the part of Osaka which makes Osaka special. Friendly tour guide who made the experience that much more enjoyable. Yhanks
A great introduction to...
Anita M,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great introduction to Osaka. Knox was very knowledgeable and gave us some great tips for our time here.
Good stuff
rorym366,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely brilliant, really knows his stuff and is extremely passionate about history, Osaka and Japan in general. One of the best walking tours we've ever been on
Our best experience in Osaka so far. Rahat was fantastic.
Tristan D,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a perfect way to start any Osaka asventure. We had a wonderful time with Rahat. He was easily the best tour guide we have had so far in Japan. Rahat showed us alot of hidden gems and fun locations off of the normal beaten path. It was refreshing to see a more authentic side of Osaka that wasn't curated by a big bus tour or anything like that. 10/10, would take this tour again.
Great insight into Osaka City!
U9268KLcarlav,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour to do to learn about Osaka City! We did it on the first day we arrived and had given us a great understanding on getting around Osaka. Josh was a great guide explaining history and how the city works. Showing some great hidden gems and very informative! Definitely worth doing!
Great start to our Japan tour!!
John K,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with Louis! First time in Japan for my family and I. It was good to get a thorough introduction to Osaka, its history and the people. HIGHLY recommend this tour. I am sure all guides are good, but Louis was exceptional.
Great intro to downtown Osaka
Linda M,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Louis was a fantastic guide. Very approachable, communicative, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️
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