Step into, a lantern-lit stone alley where old Osaka lingers—traditional eateries, hidden bars, and timeless charm tucked behind the city's neon glow.
Dotonbori dazzles with neon lights, giant billboards, and river reflections. Surrounded by street food, shops, and nightlife, it captures Osaka's vibrant energy perfectly.
Shinsaibashi-Suji is the heart of Osaka's shopping scene. Local boutiques sit alongside global brands. Learn insider tips for treasure hunting in its famous second-hand stores.
Ebisubashi Bridge is one of Osaka's most famous landmarks. Spanning the Dotonbori River for over 400 years beneath the city's iconic neon lights and billboards. A great spot to snap a memory.
"Ame-mura", in the local lingo, is Osaka's hub of youth culture and street fashion. Packed with vintage stores, quirky cafés, street art, and independent boutiques, it's the city's playground and trendsetting heart.
Kuromon Market is a lively foodie paradise, where generations of vendors have served Osaka's freshest seafood, seasonal produce, and famous local delicacies. Wander, sample, and learn hands on how to prepare sashimi.. (We almost always get here on a 3hr tour).
Denden Town is Osaka's electronics and pop-culture district, packed with anime, manga, gaming, collectibles, and tech stores. Often compared to Tokyo's Akihabara, it's a paradise for hobbyists and treasure hunters alike. (We almost always get here on a 3hr tour).
(Only available on 4, 5, or 7-hour private tours). Shinsekai is Osaka's retro entertainment district, where old-school charm meets vibrant street life. Neon signs, local eateries, nostalgic arcades, and the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower capture the city's fun-loving spirit. Meet the local mascot Billiken.
(Only available on the 4hr or 5hr tours). Osaka's knives are prized for their razor-sharp edges, expert craftsmanship, and centuries-old blade-making traditions.They are favored by professional chefs globally. Learn the steel forging process and test your cutting skills with us
(Only available on 5hr and 7hr tours) From 2014 - 2023 this was Japan’s tallest multi-purpose building. Standing a staggering 300 meters tall, this is Osaka’s most-visible landmark providing the best views in all of Kansai. (20 minutes • Admission Ticket to observation deck Not Included) Free access to 16th floor which still has great views.
(Only available on 5hr and 7hr tours) Shitennō-ji is Japan's oldest officially established Buddhist temple, founded in 593. Its peaceful grounds, elegant pagoda, and rich history offer a glimpse into the origins of Japanese Buddhism.
(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.
(Only available on 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.
(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.
Walking tour with Elliot was a blast. Had a great time exploring different parts of Osaka and learning about the history and culture. Would highly recommend!
This was a great introductions to Osaka. Paul our guide was very knowledgeable and informative which gave us a good understanding of the local culture. I would recommend this service as they were easy to deal with and prompt with responses.
An absolute must. Josh was so fun and knowledgeable. Not only did he talk about the history of Osaka and the funny quirks, but he shown a light in what it is like living in Japan. We laughed, ate good food, and got our steps in. Definitely sign up!
Great experience! Josh explained it all so well... and love that he included street food experience. He is considerate and well informed. Well surely recommend him to my friends
We had a wonderful time on the Osaka Hot Spots & Hidden Gems tour with Bosse. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. His passion for Osaka really shone through as he brought the city’s history and culture to life. We did a four hour tour and were able to see good variety of sights and neighbourhoods. The pace was perfect, giving us plenty of time to take everything in without ever feeling rushed. Our family truly enjoyed the experience. Bose also shared excellent recommendations for places to visit and eat after the tour. We loved the tour and wholeheartedly recommend Bosse.
Worth it for all the fun and knowledge. Josh is amazing!
Well explained, fun and informative. Nick was great. Exciting place with loads to see and experience.
I got late for the meeting but Vivi was super helpful and ensured that we don’t miss the tour. Nick as a good was very informative and lots of fun!
An incredible knowledgeable guide! Josh made our tour special and unforgettable. He will be always remembered. Japan will stay with us as a very unique country. Thanks for the experience !!Marian. (From San Juan Puerto Rico) Hasta la Vista🇯🇵🫶🏼
We had the most amazing time with Josh exploring Osaka. It is so worth it. You will appreciate the city. Learn a ton and laugh along the way.
Yuichi and this tour guide who is still learning everything was extremely easy going and great to chat to. Very knowledgeable about everything and always answered questions. Would recommend to anyone who is new to Osaka to check this out.
Harry was a wonderful guide and showed me wonderful places that I wouldn’t have found on my own. I highly recommend this tour. Thanks Harry!
Nick was very informative and very relaxed with our small group. He took time to answer any questions we had. He showed us parts of Osaka we might never have otherwise seen, and his knowledge of the history of the city was extensive, with a touch of humour. Really good at his job. You can tell he loves it.
A wonderful way to get my bearings in Osaka! We had two guides who took us through different parts of the city, sharing local insights and introducing us to places I might otherwise have missed. We even got to sample Osaka’s famous takoyaki! It was a relaxed, enjoyable introduction to the city. Ookini to both guides for a great experience!
Kiko was an amazing showed some excellent places. Brilliant sense of humour great tour guide full of knowledge and well worth the experience thank you
Absolute fun walk with Marie our guide around Osaka , she was amazing and very knowledgable. Highly recommend this tour
Our tour guide, Kai, was fantastic! He took us all around, gave us lots of food recommendations, and taught us so much about Osaka. It’s clear he loves the city and he made us love it too. We did the tour on our first full day in Osaka and it was a great intro to the city!
This was the most laidback tour we had on our trip. Yuichi, our guide knew all the best local spots. He allowed us to customize the tour however we wanted. He took us to an excellent place for takoyaki. He showed us so much in Osaka and told us a bit of history of the spots. He let us choose a lunch spot from a couple of this recommendations and we got abrasions. It’s kinda like ramen but no broth and just as good!! He recommended other foods to try and we tried puffer fish! It was a fun tour!
We had a fantastic morning/afternoon with our tour guide Bosse. He gave us so many insights to the food and culture of Osaka. It was a great introduction to Japan as we had just arrived the night before. I would highly recommend the this tour, 4 hours was the perfect amount of time for us and set us up for our following days in Osaka.
Great guide- knowledgeable and nice and super friendly. Answered questions and overall very pleasant.
Elliot our tour guide was really interesting, he showed us many fascinating little hidden away places , he was really knowledgeable. I would thoroughly recommend Elliot and the tour
Dom was an outstanding guide. He was very knowledgeable and provided a lot of information about Osaka history, lifestyle, and the people. Highly recommend him for an English speaking guide for Osaka or Japan.
Josh was amazing. Superb local knowledge. Showed us things we would never have found.
Paul is an excellent guide, patient. Took us to all the interesting food and shopping areas around Namba. The visit to Hozen-ji shrine was beautiful. And Osaka castle is a great attraction to visit. Thank you! Highly recommend this tour if you have a short stay in Osaka.
Amazing time and informative. Guide gave us a good run down of the history of Osaka, its culture and its people.
Sugar was a perfect guide in Osaka He quickly adapted to our wishes. He answered all questions we had. He even used French translator when it was more complicated for some of the group. The rapport was so good tjr he extended his tour by one hour -something we are very grateful. Having a guide who was a native of Osaka was great We recommended him highly
Henry from England was a truly excellent guide. I felt that he very much reflects to his audience and personalizes the trip for us. Many great and interesting story about culture and history of Japan - he shared with us. Thank you again!
Rat our guide was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, professional and this was an absolute highlight for us. Can 110% recommend this tour especially if new in town or only there for a short period. We did the private 4 hour tour and worth every cent.
Walking tour of main areas of Osaka with Sam was really excellent - I’d highly recommend him!
Thank you Sam for a fantastic tour!! We really enjoyed it! Cheers from New Zealand!
I was fortunate enough to be the only person booked on the tour, so it turned into a wonderful private tour! Yuichi was fantastic — friendly, approachable, and very knowledgeable. He explained the history so well, he was very engaging. He made me feel comfortable throughout the tour and was happy to share his knowledge and answer questions. I really enjoyed the experience and appreciated having such a personal and informative tour. Thank you, Yuichi, for a great experience! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and friendly guide.
We had the most amazing tour with Rudy. He was prompt. He was flexible. He completely got that we were travelling with elderly relatives and adapted the whole of the time. He was very enthusiastic knowledgeable and it was just an amazing time. Thank you so much.
Viví from Walking Tour Osaka arranged an exceptional local English speaking guide, Taka, within minutes of my same day request! Taka bought Osaka’s history and culture to life through the exciting hidden gems, making the 4 hour tour memorable including a delicious cabbage pancake! Highly recommend Taka for an authentic Osaka experience!
Nice guy, so informative, wey learn a lot abaut the city
We were first time visitors to Japan and did this tour on our first day of our holiday. We chose the private four hour walking tour with Bryan. He was extremely knowledgeable about the local sights and customized the tour to suit our interests. It was a great way to kickstart our experience in Japan with Bryan showing us how to use the transit system efficiently to cover a lot of ground in four hours. Bryan also offered some excellent advice on other places to see during our time in Japan and answered so many of our questions about Japanese customs, food and manners. The four hour private tour was excellent value for two people. He took some great photos of us at the attractions as well and knew all the best locations to take photos. Thank you Bryan for making our trip to Osaka and Japan so amazing.
Harry was a great tour guide. It was personalized because we were the only 2 on the tour. He was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. The tour was good and we experienced some different food (at our expense). The octopus was really good.
Kiko was an excellent guide. Knowledgeable, interesting and very helpful. Was a thoroughly enjoyable food tour. Shinsekai delivered us a full array of tasty Japanese cuisine. Definitely recommend. Ian Y, Perth Australia.
Mio was a delight with excellent English. Our walk really gave us an insight into Osaka, the city. We could have wandered the streets by ourselves but Mio’s stories brought the culture to life.
Visiting Osaka was wonderful. There is an endless amount of places to visit. Harry our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend a tour with him.
Kiko was amazing, he has a lot of knowledge and he's so nice, made us all feel included and shared a lot of spots and tips for the first time in Osaka. The tour was long and we've seen so many different spots. Totally recommending and thank you Kiko again!
I loved Kiko as out tour guide.!
James showed us around Namba, Dotonbori and some of the surrounding, more quiet, yet still lively areas. He shared some interesting facts about some the shrines we visited and stopped into some pretty cool shops. My husband and I enjoyed the small group setting and recommend James 10 out of 10.
We had a great time walking around the city with Sam. Nice and knowledgeable guy!
Our tour guide, Eri, was very knowledgeable on the subject of Osaka and gave us an engaging tour of the city with some great points of interest. I would recommend this tour.
Rahat was a delight and a fascinating guide. He tailored the tour to our interests and was incredibly knowledgeable throughout. He took us to places we would never have discovered on our own, and we even managed to fit in a lovely lunch along the way. It was a fantastic experience, and we would highly recommend him.
Excellent tour and very informative. Josh is a great guide - very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend!
Best tour always thanks for your hospitality Bryan
We loved the Osaka walking tour with Sarah. Thank you!
Despite the rainy weather, our tour was amazing! Our tour guide, Harry, was excellent, very knowledgeable, and passionate about Japanese history and culture. He made the experience both interesting and enjoyable, and we learned so much along the way. We would highly recommend this tour, especially with Harry as your guide!
Excellent experience, I had a blast learning about Osaka and trying some food along the way. It was pouring raining early but our guide made the experience as smooth as possible
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