We will visit the must see castle in Japan, the Osaka Castle. The story of Hideyoshi, who built this castle is loved by many Osaka citizen and he is regarded as one of the most popular hero in Japan.
Your guide will tell you about the role Osaka played in the past and now and culture and people of Osaka.
Tenjinbashisuji Shopping street is the longest (2.5km) shopping street in Japan serving Osaka locals.
Immerse yourself in the long arcade and feel like a local.
We will take a leisurely walk and you can enjoy shopping and dining like a local.
We use public transportation between sites.
Transportation, shopping and dining fees are your personal expenses.
Come with us to discover the rich history of Himeji Castle on a private half-day guided tour!
We meet at Osaka or Kyoto station and then take a super fast local train to Himeji. The guide can tell you about the Keihanshin agglomeration along the way and we see all the diverse and varied landscapes. It's exciting!
We then visit the famous Himeji Castle, one of the 12 castles still intact and authentic in Japan.
Himeji Castle dates from 1346. It is a symbol of Japan's feudal past, and you can explore its keep as it was in 1618. Your passionate guide, expert in Japanese history, or even certified, will share with you fascinating information about the history of the castle and the ancient political landscape of Japan.
Enjoy a perfect blend of history, culture and stunning architecture in this unique immersion!
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Join us for a 3-hour food tour in Osaka and indulge in the city’s most iconic flavors! Guided by local English-speaking experts, this tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and food.
We’ll start in Shinsekai, admiring Tsutenkaku Tower and tasting the famous Kushikatsu. Stroll through Janjan Yokocho Alley, meet the lucky Billiken, and visit a retro-style Izakaya, where you’ll enjoy edamame, sashimi, Kushikatsu, tofu salad, fried gyoza, or soy-flavored fried chicken—paired with drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).
Next, we’ll explore Dotonbori, the heart of Osaka’s food scene. Try Okonomiyaki at a beloved local restaurant and savor Michelin-starred Takoyaki. Along the way, enjoy the lively atmosphere of ramen stalls and sweet vendors before visiting the Hozenji Temple.
This tour isn’t just about food—it’s a journey into Osaka’s rich culinary and cultural heritage. Don’t miss this special opportunity!
As you only have 2 days in Kyoto, I can show you the best spots in Kyoto visitors should see. The tour includes visits to some of the top spots of Kyoto.
What makes this tour unique?
Tour itinerary is planned to cover the top sightseeing spots of Kyoto and long enough to go around the cultural and historic places too. Itinerary is shown here, however, you can still customize it in arrangement with the guide.
Day-1
09:00 Meet at your hotel in Kyoto
09:30 Nijo castle
11:00 Kinkakoji temple
12:30 Ryoanji Temple
14:00 Lunch break (Kyoto station)
15:30 Fushimi Inari shrine
17:00 Tour finish
Day-2
09:00 Meet at your hotel in Kyoto
10:00 Bamboo forest, Nonomiya Shrine and Tenryu-ji temple garden
11:30 Hozu-gawa river and Togetsu bridge
12:00 Monkey's park
14:00 Lunch (Kyoto station)
15:30 Kiyomezu dera temple and Gion area
17:00 Tour finish
Need a lift to Universal Studios Japan? This is a comfortable way to travel between your hotel in Osaka and Universal Studios Japan with an admission ticket included. Share a door-to-door round-trip transfer with your family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled day at Universal Studios Japan! Spend all your vacation time enjoying the theme parks without any worries about transportation or admission.
Book your Departure Private Transfer from Osaka hotels to Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer.
We will contact you immediately after your booking to confirm it and will request any missed details of your trip if any.
One day before the trip, you will receive the phone number of your driver for your convenience.
Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.
• Meeting with a Nameplate
• No Hidden Charges
• Door-to-door Service
This is the ideal plan for independent travelers that want to discover Nara’s highlights on their own, but would like the comfort and ease of traveling in a private vehicle. Avoid the potential confusion of public transportation system and relax while your English-speaking chauffeur takes the wheel.
Nara's proximity to Osaka, and its rich collection of traditional sites, make it an ideal destination for a day trip from Osaka. You can visit the beautiful temples of this ancient Japanese city and meet the friendly deer that are sacred to the area.
Osaka is Western Japan’s largest city. World-wide events will be held in the near future so that the city is getting more attention from all over the world.
In this tour, you can enjoy four things. Firstly, you will get an overview of Osaka’s history at a museum giving you a deep understanding of the city. Then, you will explore one of Japan’s biggest castles with a beautiful main tower, and learn about the life of a great samurai hero who has been loved by Osaka people for generations. Thirdly, you will visit the longest market street (1.6 miles) in Japan which is filled with small shops where tourists rarely visit and can compare to the old days in a museum. Lastly, you will make your own cup noodles at the very place where instant noodles were invented. You can take them back home as a souvenir.
Furthermore, you will also enjoy three different train-rides including Osaka Metro, JR, and Hankyu lines in one day.
This tour will be a memorable one!
This tour is special because it takes you through the highlights of Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto in one fantastic day. You'll get to see the energetic cityscape of Osaka, the serene beauty of Nara with its famous temples and friendly deer, and the traditional charm of Kyoto’s historic sites. With a customizable itinerary, you can choose what interests you most, whether it's Kyoto's ancient temples, Osaka's vibrant street food scene, or Nara's peaceful parks. Our knowledgeable English-speaking driver will share local stories and insights, making the experience both educational and memorable. This tour is perfect for adventure seekers, culture lovers, and families looking for a convenient and luxurious way to explore these amazing places.
How about learning the techniques of Samurai and Ninja during your stay in Osaka?
Professional instructors will teach you the movement of katana and shriken throwing.
This is a Osaka private tour using by public transportation.
The guide will pick you up at JR Osaka Station 1F Central ticket gate.
The destinations of the tour includes Dotonbori,Osaka Castle,Kuromon Market and Tsutenkaku!
For details of the tour, you can look at the what to expect section and inclusions excursions section of this web page.
-Meet up at the front of Family Mart in Tenma-bashi Station!
After that, we will visit one of the oldest temple to see the beautiful five story pagoda. Finally we are heading to the beautiful Osaka Castle, and cycle around its premises. Osaka Castle is located in the middle of a very large park known as Osaka Castle Park. It's approximately 105 hectares big!!
-Tired from all the biking? Let's satisfy our hunger with a good old Okonomiyaki break
We'll take a break to taste Osaka's soul food: Okonomiyaki. After you've enjoyed indulging Okonomiyaki, we'll also take for a tea break and you can enjoy Japanese Green Tea with a little snack.
Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!
You can wear a Roal kimono from our a lot of line ups and riding a Japanese Rickshaw. The driver show you a lot of interesting place around Shinseikai areas and take a photos for you. This is a lots of Fun! You will have a special experience.
You can learn how to make traditional Japanese dishes and
matcha directly from a local chef. Cook together and create memorable moments with your family, friends, or loved ones. For those unfamiliar with cooking, an Osaka mom will be there to support you.
This tour is planned for tourists from Kobe or Osaka Port.
Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Hiroshima, and Osaka are within a day-trip zone.
Kyoto is recommendable for fans of Japanese history and culture.
Beautiful scenery, Gion walking, and food are also fun to experience.
Nara is a sanctuary for Shintoists and Buddhists, inviting you to deep spiritualism.
In Osaka, you will enjoy food and young energy. People are friendly. Osaka Castle is a must-see spot.
Himeji Castle is an ideal place for history fans—a half-day tour.
Going around Himeji and Osaka Castle is possible, but it is a little busy.
From time to time, cruise clients on the same ship ask for guides around Kyoto separately.
I may ask you to share the tour with another group.
In that case, your tour cost will be lower.
As cruise excursions have time limitations, please contact me individually.
You’ll join one of our local Osaka hosts to eat your way around one of the best-kept gourmet secrets inOsaka: Ura Namba. This tiny enclave boasts a cornucopia of classic izakaya (Japanese bars), hole-in-the-wall eateries, sushi dens, exciting fusion restaurants and quirky bars that can’t be likened to anywhere else in the city! So, together with your host, you’ll wander off the beaten tourist track and take to the alleys! Here, you’ll experience a local culinary feast.
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
English speaking guide supports you from Osaka. 1 day trip by Shinkansen (bullet train) between Shin Osaka and island cruise for Naoshima island by ferry. Excluding the JR trains tickets, this tour for the travelers with Japan rail pass. Enjoy going around Naoshima island by bicycle with power assisted bicycle Ebike.
A 30-minute helicopter tour that departs from Tokyo at sunset and tours the sky above the city. Pass Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge, and Tokyo Sky Tree all lit up by the setting sun. Please enjoy the miraculous time that nature and the city interweave.
Mount Koya (高野山, Kōyasan) is the center of Shingon Buddhism, an important Buddhist sect which was introduced to Japan in 805 by Kobo Daishi (also known as Kukai), one of Japan's most significant religious figures.
・You can enjoy overnight at a Buddhist temple (Shukubo) at Mt. Koya (Koyasan) in this tour.
・Visit to Koyasan’s central temple complex with Private English Speaking Guide (Danjo Garan, Konpo Daito Pagoda, Okunoin Temple)
・Experience of Shojin Ryori (Japan's Sophisticated Buddhist Cuisine) for Lunch and Dinner at temple (Shukubo)
※Lunch fee Not included.
・Guests are invited to participate in morning prayers which typically start around 6:00am (if you have made a reservation in advance)
・Including transportation's fee (Nankai Train Tickets) between Namba station (Osaka) and Mt. Koya
Make your Instagram followers envious as you explore Osaka on a customizable day trip to its most recognizable hotspots!
Osaka has a beautifully chaotic vibe with exciting sights and sounds around every corner. You are going to check out the places with the best Osaka aesthetic and it will be a treat for your eyes and your Instagram followers.
From shrines to street art, this city is loaded with photogenic spots. Grab your camera and get your hashtags ready, here are the most Instagrammable places in Osaka!
The best thing about this day trip is that you choose the exact experience that you want. We will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you.
Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Making nigiri-sushi is a skill that is difficult to master alone. Get a hands-on experience under the guidance of an expert. In a small group of no more than 6 participants, learn how to make nigiri-sushi, as well as miso soup.
• Small-group tour (maximum 6) ensures a more personal experience
• Includes all ingredients, as well as some dessert to enjoy afterward
• Learn how to make nigiri-sushi under the guidance of a professional
Spend an hour strolling through Osaka with a professional photographer to capture the best possible images of your tour. You'll learn about local monuments and get a photo shoot with your loved ones; this activity is kid-friendly and can accommodate your groups. After the session, you'll receive professional quality images that you can cherish.
・Local photographer guide takes photos of you and your group in Osaka
・Receive edited images via email after the session
・Perfect souvenir of your trip
Your private photographer will meet you at one of the meeting locations listed. A private vehicle is not included. Outfits, make-up, and hair are not included.
・Enjoy a free stroll in World Heritage Shirakawa-go and Hida Takayama
・Explore Takayama, a city buried in the mountainous Hida region, known for its beautifully preserved old town
・Snow Wall is built between Murodo terminal and Tateyama Nature Conservation Center, and is a special route for walkers traveling in the area. The overwhelming Snow Wall is a can't-miss for visitors of loving nature and outdoor!
・Otani is nearby the Murodou with an extremely heavy snowfall, and the depth can be over 20 meter sometimes. Otani Snow Wall is also equal to near 20 meters' high.
・The roads buried by snow were excavated by snowplows. It will take about a month to confirm the location of the road through GPS!
・Write down your wishes and precious memories in the message area of the snow wall!
"ZEN Therapy" is
A combination of “shiatsu massage”, “energy therapy” and “hydrogen therapy” combined with a special therapy incorporating Zen concepts.
Clinical Energy Medicine Therapists®, one of only 5 people in the world, are ideal for fatigue recovery, deep relaxation, anti-aging, beauty, disease prevention, brain development, and more!
◆Features
A supreme holistic treatment unmatched in the world.
The Clinic offers energy treatments from physician-certified Clinical Energy Medicine Therapists®.
Only five Clinical Energy Medicine Therapists® are certified worldwide and only two locations in the world, including our salon, have access to Clinical Energy Medicine Therapists®.
Please enjoy the treatment by an energy (Ki) specialist that you cannot receive elsewhere.
◆ZEN What Therapy Can Do
· Shiatsu massage
・Energy Therapy
・Hydrogen Therapy
Hydrogen is used in the treatment of aging,
Removes "bad reactive oxygen" that causes various disorders,
Reduces rustiness (oxidation) in the body.
A special energy therapy originating in Japan that improves your natural healing ability by adjusting your energy circulation.
The energy in the therapy room is conditioned by high-quality Japanese crystals.
This therapy will bring your physical as well as mental condition to an ideal state.
◆Special experience incorporating ZEN concept
・Zen Buddhist Kimono "Samue"
You can wear a Zen monk's kimono called "samue" and receive therapy.
* We prepare ourselves by the massage and go to the Zen "mentality (mindfulness)".
・ Japanese tea thyme
The word "sado" originated from "zen".
◆If you wish, you can purchase souvenirs.
・Zen Buddhist Kimono "Samue"
You can purchase a work robe to come during the treatment as a souvenir.
Comfortable, high-quality work clothes are popular.
It is also suitable for relaxing time or when going out for a walk.
Samui are originally worn by Zen monks for work, so they are also recommended for when you experience Zazen in a Japanese temple.
