Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour
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Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour
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Highlights
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.
Itinerary
Hozenji Yokocho
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThese 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
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeVisiting 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.Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeExplore Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka’s lively shopping street, featuring unique Japanese fashion, quirky gadgets, and vibrant local energy.New New Ebisubashi
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe original bridge was made out of wood in the 1600's...more than 400yrs later it still stand but now made out of iron. It is at the very heart of Osaka and is known as the local meeting spot.America Mura
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe'll guide you to hidden streets in this area where it has Japan's version of what they think America is. hahah, it even has a statue of liberty on top of a buildingKuromon Market
15 minsAdmission Ticket Free(almost always get here on a 3hr tour..depends how fast the group walks) We'll step into some fish market stores that look unremarkable from the outside but when inside exposes seafood heaven. Watch a store cut and prepare a fugu(puffer fish). Learn how to cut a tuna.... Salmon sashimi is some of the best I've had in Japan.Nipponbashi Denden Town(Pass by)
Admission Ticket Free(almost always get here on a 3hr tour..depends how fast the group walks) It's tricky navigating these tucked away quirky stores. Thats what we're here for...to take you to the gaming & cosplay zone and explore your inner nerdy side hahahaShinsekai
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOnly available on 4, 5, or 7-hour private tours. Explore Shinsekai, Osaka’s retro neighborhood, full of quirky fishing restaurants, vintage game arcades, board game shops, and old vinyl stores. Step off the beaten path to experience the city’s vibrant local culture and hidden gems.Tower Knives Osaka
15 minsAdmission Ticket Included(ONLY ON THE 4HR OR 5HR PRIVATE TOUR) We get a private knife lesson here. Understand the whole process of how a knife is made (crafted at the rear of the building). After you'll get to experience cutting with these world famous knives of Sakai (made in the south of Osaka). This lesson is included in the price.Abeno Harukas
20 minsAdmission Ticket Free(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 5HR OR 7HR PRIVATE TOUR) Standing an impressive and staggering 300m tall, Abeno Harukasu is Japan's tallest building (not structure or tower). Staggering!Shitennoji
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 5HR OR 7HR PRIVATE TOUR) It is the first Buddhist and oldest officially administered temple in Japan. A temple that exudes spirituality...even if you're not religious like me.Osaka Castle
1 hours 10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included(Only on 5 or 7-Hour Private Tours) Explore Osaka’s most iconic landmark, Osaka Castle, and stroll through the surrounding park while learning about its pivotal role in the unification of Japan. This stop combines striking architecture, historical insights, and scenic grounds for a truly memorable experience.Osaka Ukiyoe Museum
15 minsAdmission Ticket Included(ONLY AVAILABLE ON A 7HR PRIVATE TOUR) A hidden gem specializing in this unique, timeless tradition...small but a welcoming atmosphere with a mix of old, originals from the Edo period, and new works.Osaka Museum of Housing and Living
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included(ONLY AVAILABLE ON 7HR PRIVATE TOUR) I'm not a huge fan of museums, but this one is very different. The highlight is a reconstruction of an ancient Osaka town featuring houses, stores and homes of the wealthy & commoners.
What's included
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
NOT INCLUDED
Entry fees to attractions
Transport costs (if not included in requested route)
Food and drinks beyond the small included snack
Customer reviews
Review summary
Powered by AIThe Osaka Kickstart tour is highly praised for its knowledgeable and friendly guides who customize the experience to suit guests' interests. Customers appreciate the mix of popular and hidden spots, insightful stories about local culture and history, and the ease of navigating the city. Highly recommended for both first-time visitors and repeat travelers.
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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
Location
Address
1, Namba, Osaka Prefecture, Japan 542-0076
Provider
Osaka Food Tours
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Excellent must to do Osaka tour. Highly recommended. Prior starting tour, tour company contacted us via what's app message to provide information on the meeting plac. Our tour guide, Miriam, was excellent and very knowledgeable. One local drink and a takoaki was provided which I did not expect. If you are looking for a tour in Osaka, this is the one you should do. Thank you Miriam and Vikki.
Rudy was absolutely fantastic. He was engaging and very informative. He also gave us options so we could tailor the tour on-the-fly. Highly recommended.