Tours in Osaka

While exploring Osaka, take your sightseeing outdoors: by bicycle. This small-group tour introduces visitors to popular attractions as well as local hangouts such as Nakazaki-cho and America Town. Your guide selects the safest route with as little traffic as possible—difficult to do on your own. Enjoy plenty of stops including Osaka Castle, Nakanoshima Park, Yasaka Shrine, Nipponbashi Denden Town, and Shitennoji.

Ancient cities of Kyoto and Nara. Walk the path of Fushimi Inari Shrine with 1,000 Torii gates lining the path to the top of the mountain. Walk in the old town of Gion. See the deers in Nara Park. Visit the great Buddha in Todai temple. We at Explorer Tours provide comfortable small group tours with maximum 12 ppl per van. Our tour guides take you to each destinations. All entry tickets are included in our price. Unlike big bus tours, we provide personal touch for everyone. • We do not supply any extra pick up & drop off service. • Tour is not customizable. • Customers will walk include stairs and hills in each places. • Not recommended for travelers who can not walk long distance. This tour includes walking. • Due to the weather and traffic conditions, time schedule might change. • If you select, “I’ll decide later” for the meeting point, please message us on viator.

Embarking on a fresh adventure! Forget the ordinary; we're all about your interests. Explore iconic spots like Kiyomizu Dera, Arashiyama, and Nara Koen. But here's the twist: You call the shots! Want more places? I'm all ears. Questions? I've got answers. And hey, ride in style—family car or sleek sports car, your pick! Let's create memories in Japan—your way. Ask away, and let the journey unfold! Explore the hidden beauty of Kyoto with our guided tour, featuring inclusive transportation fees and a personal car for a seamless experience. Say goodbye to waiting for trains or buses—enjoy the convenience of traveling like it's your own car. Discover iconic spots like Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and Nara Park (home to playful deer). Additionally, we'll take you to the peak of “Wakakusa mountain” for a breathtaking view of Nara city and its enchanting forest, as climbing by foot is currently not feasible.

Hiroshima is only 1 hour and 42 minutes from Kyoto by the fastest shinkansen (bullet train). From Osaka, it’s only 1 hour and 33 minutes. So, if you’re short on time, you can actually visit Hiroshima as a daytrip from these cities. Tour schedule : ～From Kyoto～ 7:00～7:30 Meet customer at the Hotel your choice. 8:03 Nozomi 99 Kyoto Station → Hiroshima Station ～From Osaka～ 7:00～7:30 Meet customer at the Hotel your choice. 8:18 Nozomi 99 ShinOsaka Station → Hiroshima Station 9:41 Arrival Hiroshima Station From Hiroshima Station to Miyajima Miyajima sightseeing Lunch (Free lunch time take lunch by customer Own) 13:00 Miyajima to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome 17:00 Hiroshima Station (Customer can buy Bendo Box at here) 18:17 Nozomi 54 Hiroshima Station → Shin-Osaka / Kyoto Station 19:38 Arrived at Shin-Osaka Station End of tour 19:54 Arrived at Kyoto Station End of tour

Osaka & Nara is the best itinerary for the travelers to visit the cultural and modern age of the Japan of the Unessco world Heritage. We offer the families, friends, groups and couples to come and enjoy with our great service. You can customise the tour on your desire. Osaka is the 2nd one large and populated city of Japan. There is modern architecture with the historical significance archaeological sites for the visitors. Travelers will enjoy and will make the memories of their life. We can provide the travelers all types of vehicles according to the number of the persons. Our designed tour makes you happy and definitely you will enjoy the memorable experience must. You are the most respectful for us. Our guests are our Honour. Saving time makes you rich. Note: There is 2 hours use are for to travel from one place to another place.

We shall visit 5 Osaka's absolute must visit locations with an experienced English guide, with tasty Ramen for lunch. Let’s start the walking tour with us to find the real Osaka at a walking pace, from the perspective of a walker.

We offer you a totally private and personalized visit according to your tastes and desires. We take care of picking you up directly at your hotel in order to put you in the best conditions. The visit will be at your own pace, if you particularly like a place, we can stop where you want and when you want! Are you looking for a particular figurine or something to buy? Want to eat like a local? Want to maximize your day and soak up Osaka? Or do you simply want to learn more about Japan by spending the day alongside a local? Allow us the privilege of guiding you and making your day a moment that will remain in your memory.

You'll get a hands-on training from a qualified instructor. You'll master how to make ramen from scratch. Also two different types of gyoza. You'll learn unique cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home. Vegetarians are welcome. Let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions.

The Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen In Temple Day Tour offers a distinctive blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and spiritual exploration. Participants are treated to the breathtaking scenery of Arashiyama, including its famous bamboo groves and serene riverbanks. The tour provides access to Sanzen In Temple, a historic and lesser-known temple in the area, where visitors can engage in traditional Buddhist practices and gain insights into Japanese spirituality. Led by knowledgeable guides, the experience offers valuable local insights and opportunities for customization, ensuring a memorable and enriching journey through the cultural and natural wonders of Kyoto's Arashiyama district.

You’ll weave your way through Osaka’s streets with one of our local Osaka hosts, feasting on regional Kansai dishes. Known as ‘Kuidaore City’, meaning ‘to ruin oneself with food’, we’re sure you’ll agree that this sounds like you’ve happily landed in the country’s gastronomic capital! You’ll feast on Kobe beef, best served grilled or in Tecchiri. Round things off with dessert! You could go for sweet rice cakes, rainbow-colored pancakes or matcha flavored ice-cream. 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 xperience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Ramen is a very popular Japanese food. It is now world famous. Therefore, everyone has eaten it, but not many people have made ramen. In this cooking class, you will actually knead the ramen with your own hands. The soup is also made starting from boiling the chicken bones. There are several toppings to choose from, but you can put them on according to your taste. Let's make sightseeing in Osaka a memorable one with your own ramen made with your own hands.

Explore the vibrant city of Osaka on a full-day walking tour with our government-licensed, experienced English-speaking guides! From the beautiful Osaka castle, to Dotonbori District’s legendary Takoyaki, and the retro vibes of Shinsekai District with its famous giant blowfish lantern, Osaka’s many dynamic and vibrant sights will enthrall you. Hungry after all that exploring? The kitchen of Japan, Osaka, is more than happy to tempt you with its many savory local dishes. Book a tour with us in Osaka to find the best places to eat okonomiyaki! Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 3 to 4 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests. We welcome you to come and explore the unique culture of Osaka with us! Or as they say in the Osaka dialect, “Maido”!

Our 10-Hour customizable private car tour is the best way to visit cultutal-enriching city Kyoto. Visiting the most attractive buildings in Kyoto called Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera, you can experience the cultural charm of Kyoto by exploring traditional architectural styles and surrounding views. Later accepting blessing and praying for good luck at Yasaka Shrine at Yasaka Shrine. Wandering around Hanami-koji and Sannenzaka like local people, you can immerse yourself in the traditional style of Kyoto. With our private car and professional driver, you won't have to worry about transportation, navigation, or language barriers. Our private tour is perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups. We can pick you up and drop you off at your preferred location in Osaka, whether it's your hotel, airport, or train station. The English-speaking guide is optional. Our guide will provide local insights and stories about each destination, making your tour informative and engaging.

Tour itinerary is designed based on hiring a car/van for 10 hours (JPY120,000 for up to 5 pax, JPY 140,000 for up to 8 pax) cash payment on the day tour, cash to the driver) to provide ample time to visit Kyoto's most iconic cultural & historic landmarks, ensuring a comprehensive experience of the city's rich heritage. Itinerary (Customizable): 08:00 Meeting at Osaka or Kobe port 10:30 Bamboo grove 12:00 Kinkaku-ji temple 13:30 Lunch break 15:00 Fushimi Inari shrine 16:30 Kiyomizu-dera temple, old streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka around Kiyomizu-dera 17:30 Gion area and Geisha spotting streets 18:00 back to the port 20:00 Drop off in the port and tour finish

Combine the freedom of bike riding with the culinary delights of Japan's most famous food city in a 3-hour foodie bike tour! Led by a knowledgable guide, you will ride the streets of Osaka, exploring a local market, meeting some of the locals and sampling local bites along the way. Your English speaking guide will help you learn more about the city and introduce you to a range of delicious foods.

What makes our Samurai Experience special; - We are the only place that you can be photographed wearing samurai armor outside with a stunning view of the Osaka castle! -You can learn all about a history of Samurai and their honorable culture through fun & unique activities. - You'll be wearing a very well-made replica of Samurai armor. They are made with light-weighted metal and are made by the famous Samurai armor creators in Kyusyu. - Our Iaido workshop will be given by an experienced Iaido master. You will be learning a basic knowledge of Japanese swordsmanship and some cool moves. - With our Big Bushido Calligraphy, you can draw your choice of Kanji using a 1.2m (4ft) brush on the 1.5m (5ft) square washi paper. - All photos and videos (optional) will be taken by a professional photographer. 2 FREE photo prints & mini. 10 photo files are included. - Our English speaking staff will be accompanying you throughout this experience.

We will explain the history of kintsugi and lacquer for about an hour, and then you will have the opportunity to powder gold (23K gold) which is the final step in traditional kintsugi. Basically, lacquer is used for this workshop and gold is sprinkled on it. Therefore, after the trial, we will hand over the powdered plate at least 5-7 days later, or we will ship to your home for an additional fee. If you are in a hurry and would like to take home the kintsugi plate on the same day, please inform us. After taking this work shop you will know about traditional kintsugi and what is lacquer.

Enjoy cooking Osaka best street food Takoyaki with local guide's secret recipe and special ingredients including Wagyu and cheese. Making Takoyaki is really fun and your own cooked Takoyaki is more delicious than buying. Enjoy Japanese sake tasting with sake expert (your guide is a sake sommelier and former brewer.) You will have fun learning basics of sake such as history, culture and making process, also get tips how to choose sake at restaurants. There are 12 types of sake available. Tasting differences and find your favorite sake through the tasting. After this activity, you will be able to enjoy sake more on your trip in Japan. This is the unique activity combining tasting experience and cooking class together.

Teacher Shinichi Kono has been a sushi chef for over 30 years. The teacher will carefully instruct you in step of the process how to making sushi. Guests will be able to experience Japanese tradition. The sushi restaurant where this class will be held, tools such as knives, and ingredients used in sushi. Everything is of high quality and guests will have an experience like no other.

When travelers choose us as an airport transfer service provider, they will be able to freely choose high-quality private transportation between Kansai Airport to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe areas. Please provide us with your phone number ， SNS ，numbers of lugge, when travelers made an order.please let us know the flight number and arrival time, and the number of bags. For this journey, we provide luxurious 7-seaters and comfortable 10-seaters. Our professional drivers will provide English, Chinese, and other languages using translation apps,

This 3-hour Osaka Food Tour in the famous foodie neighborhood of Dotonbori & Namba will take you on an unforgettable eating excursion through the busy streets and the hidden, less frequented parts of Minami (South) Osaka. The tour kicks off in the busy Dotonbori area where we will learn about Glico man, a Filipino sprinter named Fortunato Catalon who inspired a nation and a company! Similar to Shibuya (its counterpart in Tokyo) the sights and sounds of Dotounburi often lead you astray to overly-commercialized restaurants with queues of tourists outside. We want to take our guests to places they would certainly miss without local guidance. We will take secret alleys not long after we begin the tour toward the shrine hidden from sight for the average passerby.

Immerse yourself in Japanese history and culture at Wakayama Castle, a magnificent landmark with a rich past. Indulge in freshly caught seafood and the exciting tuna dismantling show at Kuroshio Market. Don't miss the chance to interact with adorable sika deer in Nara and visit the grand Todaiji Temple, a solemn and impressive World Cultural Heritage site. Join this unforgettable journey into the heart of Japan! ● Explore the historic Wakayama Castle, a symbol of Japanese history and culture. ● Visit the Kuroshio Market, known as the "Tuna Country," and enjoy freshly caught seafood and a fascinating tuna dismantling show. ● Embrace the adorable sika deer in Nara, taking selfies and feeding these friendly creatures. ● Witness the grandeur of Todaiji Temple, Japan's largest wooden building and a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.

Travel to Kyoto with your local host, and discover another side of Japanese culture in its 8th-century capital. Explore the cobbled streets of traditional entertainment district Gion, see the famous flame-colored tunnel of Fushimi Inari Shrine, or visit the Arashiyama bamboo grove in western Kyoto. At dusk, when the city’s iconic paper lanterns are lit, you could even spot a mesmerizing geisha floating through the streets. Whatever you decide, you’ll discover more than just the Kyoto in your guidebook. 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.

Do you really like temples and gardens? If so, Nara is the place for you! Close to Osaka and Kyoto, this quiet area is full of beauty...and deer! Why so many deer in Nara? Deer are messengers from the heavens, so they have free reign over the city of Nara that is filled with religious importance. Come and learn about Japan’s temples and religious history in Nara! Once your reservation is made, a guide will contact you to plan your personalized tour. Choose 4 to 5 spots from ‘Tour Details’ to visit. Don't know where to go? Ask the guide to send you their recommendations. We hope to guide you soon! Maximum 7 participants per tour.