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A busy urban river with boats, surrounded by tall buildings with bright advertisements. 1
A traditional Japanese castle with blue lighting, reflecting in a calm pond, surrounded by trees and a small pagoda. 2
A food stall with a sign in Japanese, a refrigerated display case, and people browsing. 3
A street food cart with a cartoon character and a statue of liberty design, surrounded by pedestrians. 4
A busy urban street with various commercial billboards and advertisements. 5

Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group

By Osaka Food Tours, Inc.
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €39 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Discover the seafood markets, taste testing some delicious local produce
  • Marvel at the ancient winding alleys where only locals enjoy & get entertained
  • Admire the central, dazzling Dotonbori river while eating takoyaki with a drink
  • Be intrigued by Osaka's America town, or what Japan thinks of America haha
  • Go to the unique retro zone where you'll see a different side of Osaka & Japan

Activity location

    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro(subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. lf you see a "exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. OR we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However its much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Hotspots and Hidden Gems 3hr Group Tour(Castle not included)

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Choose this option to join a group tour with up to 9 participants.
Does NOT go to the Castle.
If you want to go to the castle after the tour has finished, the guide can give you easy directions but will not go with you to the castle.

Language options: English
Price details
€38.70 x 1 Adult€38.70
Total
Price is €38.70

Hotspots and Hidden Gems 3-Hour Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€102.12 x 1 Adult€102.12
Total
Price is €102.12

Hotspots and Hidden Gems 4-Hour Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Choose this option to enjoy a longer private tour that includes a visit to a knife shop, visiting additional authentic restaurant alleys, deeper exploration of the Dotonbori River area, Osaka Castle and more.

Language options: English
Price details
€131.68 x 1 Adult€131.68
Total
Price is €131.68

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    NOTE: Visit Osaka Tour (but only on 4hr, 5hr, 7hr tours)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insider recommendations on local restaurants *after the tour finishes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snack
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Takoyaki ball (battered octopus snack)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Can of drink from retro vending machine
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch nor restaurant drinks *
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Vehicle nor public transport costs (Public Transport might be necessary but only on 4hr, 5hr, 7hr tours, depends which extra places you want to go. Taxi and public transport at your own expense, generally train is less than 1000yen per person)

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Gain great insight by slipping through a hidden maze of bars and restaurants in central Osaka, completely hidden to tourists. After check out haunts loved by locals, even passing cobblestones winding alleys. Here you'll get to taste the famous Takoyaki octopus battered balls on us. It will be complemented with a can of drink on this tour which can be a group tour (with others) or a private tour (just for you or your group).

We'll step into the traditional Kuromon Ichiba Market, a seafood market where top chefs head to purchase their fresh ingredients every day. All the oddities and deliciousness will be explained and some taste testing as well.

Leaving the hustle and bustle of the busy market behind as you duck into quiet off the beaten paths to uncover a mystic temple and its centuries-old unique history while passing boutique eateries and hidden shops.

As you continue your Osaka journey, prepare yourself for a sensory overload as you navigate wacky larger-than-life hoardings highlighting modern Japanese culture. Follow your guide through the central Dotonbori area and listen to interesting personal stories and local history about Osaka as you go.

Get a glimpse into what the Japanese think of American culture when you visit America-mura before heading to the old Shinsekai area. Admire the intriguing mix of crazy fishing restaurants and ancient Japanese gaming parlours.

The 3hr group tour (max of 9 guests) gives a quick, exciting overview of the charms of Osaka. We all meet in Namba Metro Station, exit 24, top of the stairs.

Choose a more indepth experience by opting for the 4hr, 5hr and 7hr private tour (which is totally personalised to your liking) and visit such places as a knife shop for a private demonstration and lesson of world famous Japanese knife.
Explore even more alleys filled with authentic restaurants, and discover the East Shinsaibashi foodie zone. Also go to the Museum of housing & Living and peek at how the locals used to live in the olden times to the present.
NOTE: On these 4hr, 5hr and 7hr private tours we can also visit Osaka Castle. As well as go the the historic and serene Shitennoji, Japan's oldest Temple.
NOTE: After the tour finishes, we will be happy to give you a list of our personal favourite eateries in the area. Please request this from our great guide.

Our private tours can have hotel pick up in the central areas of Osaka.

Location

Activity location

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    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro(subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. lf you see a "exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. OR we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However its much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro(subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. lf you see a "exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. OR we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However its much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro(subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. lf you see a "exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. OR we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However its much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro(subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. lf you see a "exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. OR we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However its much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro(subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. lf you see a "exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. OR we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However its much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan