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Osaka 6hr Private Walking Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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Osaka 6hr Private Walking Tour with Government Licensed Guide

By Japan Guide Agency
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Ages 0-99
Duration: 6h
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Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Osaka
What's not included
  • Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • Private Vehicle
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
  • Entry/Admission - Osaka Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Shitennoji
  • Entry/Admission - Umeda Sky Building
  • Entry/Admission - The National Museum of Art, Osaka


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • This private tour is a walking day tour and your guide will meet you on foot. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please do not book this tour.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Tempozan - Osaka Cruise Terminal, Japan, 552-0021 Osaka, Minato Ward, Chikkō, 3-chōme118 8…
      Additional pickup options
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
      • Shin-Osaka Station, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka, Japan
      • Namba Station, 5-chōme-10-1番60号 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-8503, Japan
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P44

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P44

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        HK$1,151.59
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        About the operator
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        • Japan Guide Agency
          6,825
          Japan
          Joined in October 2018
        • 288klarad
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A wonderful guide,who knows how to navigate Tokyo.
          Our private tour with Masatoshi Fujii ( Masa) was excellent.He was very knowledgeable about Japan,the culture,the history.All our questions were answered and he was very good at organizing our chosen itinerary of visits. He is a really nice and friendly man who really went the extra mile to make sure we were able to do everything we wanted to do- including an out of the blue request to visit the Pokemon Store to buy gifts for the grandchildren! Thank you very much Masa San .
          Written 10 November 2024
        • michelleann2014
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The Best Day!
          We had such a fun time with Yoshi and loved our day in Kanazawa, where there's so much to see and do. We saw the beautiful Kenrokuen garden, Kanazawa Castle park, the teahouse district and the Oyama jinja shrine. He went out of his way to find the most delicious sushi restaurant for us and we definitely enjoyed choosing artisanal soy sauce from the place that makes it. Yoshi is an expert guide and he and our driver took such good care of us. It was just the perfect day in Japan.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • michelleann2014
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful Day in Tokyo
          We had a great day with Steve! He took us to see the beautiful oasis in the city, Shinjuku Gyoen Garden and the 3D cat billboard in Shinjuku, which I could have watched all day. We had the most delicious tempura lunch and learned about sake. We went to the Yaneka district and found charming shops. We saw many more places with Steve and appreciated his insider knowledge!
          Written 9 November 2024
        • A1264EGalexc
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Incredible tour guide, incredible scenery, incredible value
          The tour guide, May, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about all aspects of Kawaguchiko as well as any questions we had about the area/Japan as a whole. The tour encompassed several areas of kawaguchiko that we had not known about or seen before. All stops on the tour came with immense amounts of knowledge and history provided by May. We were able to see Mt. Fuji on a beautiful clear day in November (Picture attached) and walked away feeling like we got the best possible value for our money. Highly recommend and am grateful for the experience we had.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • Marco M
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Impressive
          My 21 year old son and I had a great day with our guides. It was a retired man and a somewhat older lady who is in training. Sometimes a bit difficult to understand, but very friendly. They took us everywhere and explained everything. The nice thing was that you didn't have to think about which train to take or how to get anywhere. They arranged everything.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • Joanne J
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day in Hiroshima
          Aya was amazing and had the day so well planned yet was able to adjust to meet our requests. She had researched all of the places we visited and was able to answer all our questions. She was easy to talk to, considerate of the time we wanted to spend in a place and had a general welcoming demeanour. Loved the day. Thanks so much Aya. We would recommend anyone to book with you.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • lindasuehoffman
          0 contributions
          2.0 of 5 bubbles
          Rushed, Rigid Private Tour
          My daughter and I booked a private tour of Hiroshima just for the two of us to make sure we could learn as much as possible about its history and culture. Our tour guide reached out to us the evening before noting our meetup location at the Shin-Hiroshima Station. When we got there, we couldn't find her despite following the instructions she provided. I reached out via text and provided photos for our location. After about 20 minutes of back and forth, she came up to me and somewhat scolded me for not being at the "right" location. She then proceeded to rush us to another train to get to a ferry for the island Miyajima. During the 30 minute or so train ride, she sat behind us and chatted with another commuter for most of the time. Departing the train, it seemed like we were chasing our guide to the ferry. Once on the ferry, our guide sat behind us again and I had to ask her what body of water we were on, what island we were going to, what its significance was -- it seemed I had to do a lot of prompting to get basic information that I'd expected her to provide unprovoked. When we got to the island, she mentioned we would be eating lunch at a location she already selected and having Hiroshima Okonomiyaka and we needed to get through the shrine in time for the 11:30 am lunch. At no point did she ask us what we would like to do during the tour, what our interests were or food preferences. It seemed that we needed to rush through the tour to accommodate a rigid schedule. She also was insistent that she pay for the entrance fees and other costs and would collect from us at the end of the tour which I objected to as I didn’t want to spend the time keeping a mental tab of what that cost would be at the end of the day. After some back and forth, I told her we would be paying for our own fees as we went and as explained on the Trip Advisor site for this booking. A couple of times, I was given a map of the island with its points of interest, and it appeared the intent was for me to read the information rather than her provide it. I wanted to take a picture of the Shinto Gate that is submerged in the water and there was a line. The guide did not want to wait for the line for me to do so and gave a location to the side that had obstructed views. This was very frustrating. It seemed she was not interested in accommodating our taking pictures. My daughter and I ended up huddling to figure out what to do and we decided to let the guide know we would continue without her services as the rushing around, absence of pertinent details on what we were seeing, general lack of meaningful answers to questions, and not being allowed to provide input on the day’s itinerary was becoming increasingly frustrating. My assumption was that, like other private tours, we would be able to provide our expectations or desires on what we wanted to see, do, eat, etc. Unfortunately, the tour was a wash at $351 USD. We ended up visiting the rest of the island on our own, taking the ferry back, and navigating ourselves to the Hiroshima Peace Museum which was a great, sobering experience. Takeaway from this: Make sure to set expectations with the tour company before booking so that you get a guide who can accommodate. (Note that my daughter is fluent in Japanese so none of this was due to a language barrier. Our guide simply seemed to be fixed on a rigid itinerary and rushing us through it.)
          Written 9 November 2024
        • Traveler31813987432
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fantastic day in Tokyo!
          We had an amazing tour of Tokyo, starting with a walk through the grounds of the Imperial Palace, the food court below the Takashimaya Dept Store, Tokyo Train Station, Asakusa Kannon, with a stop for lunch at a lovely little restaurant nearby. Our guide, Noripy, was so very knowledgeable and cheerful and energetic. We loved it!
          Written 9 November 2024
        • jennifergW1707MI
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great way to see all the beauty Hakone had to offer
          Great way to see Hakone and all its hidden gems. Our guide Sho was very nice and very helpful in navigating and ensuring we had the best experience. We went on the ropeway, owakudani valley, saw Mount Fuji, pirate ship across lake ashi, hakone checkpoint, cedar stree and hakone shrine.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • 970yasminam
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The visit with Kazu was so much appreciated!
          Our guide Kazu Akiyama is really passionate about his work, he explained to us all the history of each place we visited. We had a great time with him. It is definitely an unforgettable experience!
          Written 9 November 2024
        • samsJ3261JY
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A fabulous day!
          Riona was an excellent guide for a day in Hiroshima and Miyajima. She was very thoughtful in her plans and very knowledgeable about the places we visited. She considered my limitations as I had hurt my foot before the trip and needed some breaks. She even took photos so I could enjoy the sites and also have something to show my friends and family. It was an awesome experience and I would recommend her and this trip to anyone.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • frankakoeman
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          So lucky to have Yuko as a tourguide in Hiroshima.
          Our private tour with Yuko was very pleasant and informative. She was proud being a guide in Hiroshima, especially because of the way people dealt with what has happened here. She was so kind, het English very good and she could answer all the questions we had. She was also anxious to learn about our country. We would absolutely recommend Yuko for a private tour!
          Written 9 November 2024
        • stevekirk99
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great views of Mount Fuji
          An excellent well planned day. Our guide Hiro took weather conditions into account on the day, resulting in us having a very clear view of Mount Fuji in the afternoon.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • dylanaG8181VQ
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day at Himeji Castle
          Chiyuki was fantastic and went above and beyond providing a great and informative experience. Was one of the best parts of our trip and highly recommend!
          Written 9 November 2024
        • ceylon24
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A remarkable city and Peace Memorial
          We had an interesting tour with Nob San. Highly recommend doing a tour of Hiroshima city so you get a full account of the history and insight into this city that makes you reflect on the atrocities of war, from a local guide. Nob san was very knowledgable and made the tour interesting.
          Written 9 November 2024
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        Rob
        Toronto, Canada12 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We had a wonderful time in Osaka exploring the sights and sounds of this vibrant and amazing city. Our guide Yuka spoke very good English and knows the city very well. She was flexible with our itinerary and was able to accommodate any special requests we had along the way. Highly recommend this tour as a way of getting to know Osaka!
        Written 4 April 2023
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        Hi, thank you for your wonderful comment! It was me who enjoyed the tour the most. We've talked a lot about baseball, politics, food, culture... I'll never forget four beautiful smiling faces with cheese cake @Dotombori and OHTANI-san's two-run home run! We have EXPO'25 in Osaka and see you soon:)
        Written 23 April 2023
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        Diana R
        17 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Couples
        This was a very nice experience which we enjoyed it a lot. Thank to our amazing guide, Yama, who made our tpur in Osaka memorable. A lot of explanations and many local recommandations. We started our tour with Osaka Castle where he told us many useful informations. He also shared local food recommandations and places from where we can buy. We visited the Kuromon market where we tried local fish, seafood, fruits and many other delicious dishes. Many thanks! We recommend booking a tour with Yama, you will have a very nice experience and will be immersed into Osaka city life.
        Written 9 August 2024
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        Many thanks for your most kind and considerate comment. I am very much glad and honored to hear that. I have also had a very good time with you two. Moreover, I have had a great interest in your story with the pictures and video of your countries (two countries), which h are surely my good new and very useful knowledge. I do hope I can see you two again sometime, maybe, in my home city of Kobe. Doomo Arigato Gozaimashita, Yama
        Written 11 August 2024
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        Dr Wood
        Roseburg, OR16 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2023 • Couples
        Our friendly tour guide Yuko was fantastic and took us on a personalized tour to Osaka castle, Shinsekai, Dotonbori, and Kuromon market. She was extremely knowledgable on the history of the locations and showed us around by train. She met my lunch requests and suggested great spots for fatty tuna, Kobe beef, and takoyaki. As a bonus, she knew great photo spots and helped us capture great photos. Thank you! I highly recommend this tour and guide.
        Written 29 October 2023
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        Dear my guest, thank you for your warm message! I'm really happy to share a great time with you and your wife.I hope you enjoyed Osaka and food in Osaka as well as Oita and other places you visited this time. I hope you'll come to Japan and also hope I can guide you again in the future. With all my heart, Yuko.
        Written 5 November 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Venkat
        India3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I had an amazing day exploring Osaka with my guide Mimmy-san. Osaka is a perfect place for someone who wants to see both the historical aspects and the modern aspects of Japan. From the absolutely stunning Osaka castle to the more recent amusements like the Tsutenkaku, Osaka sky line and the Aquarium, it has everything. And I cannot stress enough when I say Osaka is the food capital of Japan. It's a treat for all those foodies out there. One could spend all evening trying the various Street foods at Dotonbori.Mimmy made me feel right at home in the beautiful place explaining not only the historical facts but also the local significance. I would totally recommend Mimmy-san for those of you who wanna explore Osaka with a wonderful guide! 5 stars!
        Written 11 October 2022
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        Thank you for five stars. The energy you have made this walking tour very enjoyable as we walk a lot. I would be very happy if this tour made your life a little bit richer. Thank you. Mimmy😊
        Written 26 October 2022
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        rebecca g
        Royal Oak, MI123 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Couples
        We had such a great experience with Yama-san! Before we even arrived he reached out multiple times to set up our itinerary ensuring we saw things of interest to us. He was very knowledgeable about the area and made the day so much fun even though it was boiling hot! We're really glad we booked this on our first full day in Osaka.
        Written 23 August 2024
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        Natalie R
        18 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2024 • Family
        We had the pleasure of having Kiriko as our guide through Osaka. Since we were coming into Osaka as just a day trip she was happy to adjust our meeting location to the train station and even offered to come earlier since our train arrived so much earlier than our tour officially started. We were able to see all the sights on our list and Kiriko not only allowed us to pace ourselves to where we wanted to spend more time but she was excellent at taking photos and had delicious recommendations for food and restaurants along the way. We ended the trip full and happy. Thank you so much for making our time in Osaka a wonderful memory!
        Written 24 June 2024
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        Thank you so much for having me as your guide, and leaving such a wonderful review! I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in Osaka and all the food we had together. Hope your visit to Japan was memorable enough that you would come back again in the future!! Please take care of yourself (and your baby), and hope to see you again :) Kiriko
        Written 28 June 2024
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        Stuart M
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2024 • Couples
        We had a fantastic time on a 6 hour tour of some of the main sights of Osaka. We visited Osaka Castle, Shitennoji Temple, Harukas, Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and Dotonbori.
        Our guide Sachiko was excellent and provided a detailed explanation of the history and meaning behind these places as well as some of the cultural aspects associated with them.
        I would thoroughly recommend Sachiko for any tour of Osaka and really appreciated the care she took in ensuring we returned home safely.
        Written 27 September 2024
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        Thank you very much for your kind message, which made me very happy. Could you get good T-shirt at Dotonbori? I hope you will continue traveling around the world wearing it with your sweet wife!! Sachiko
        Written 30 September 2024
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        Sally M
        Winter Park, FL10 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2024 • Family
        Our guide Sachiko was so thoughtful and intelligent. She was well-prepared and even had taken the time before our tour to make it easy for our children to navigate their way home after their basketball experience at a local sports center after our tour. We moved about the city efficiently and learned so many new things about local customs and culture. Thank you!!
        Written 17 March 2024
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        Thank you so much for your kind message, which made me very happy. I really enjoyed being with your lively family, especially i admired your creativity to make travel plan. I’m sure your children learned a lot about Japan from different angles. Thank you! I wish all the best for your family! Sachiko
        Written 21 March 2024
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        Michael D
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Bell conveyed her love of Osaka very eloquently. She explained the history as we visited the Osaka Museum and the Osaka Castle. Bell then introduced us to a contemporary Osaka with a stroll through various markets and the bustling Namba. Over lunch she shared details of her life in her city. Bell was accommodating and flexible and we would have no hesitation in recommending her for anyone who wants an introduction to this vibrant city.
        Written 4 May 2024
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        Thank you for your comment. I'm happy to know you've enjoyed the tour in Osaka. I was really impressed by your deep interest in Osaka's historical aspects. I also had a nice time with you. Thank you. Bell
        Written 8 May 2024
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        Sightseer316844
        New York City, NY8 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2023 • Solo
        I had the most remarkable private tour with Noriko. She contacted me the day before and asked where I would like to go and made it all happen the following day. She has a deep understanding of the history of the area, which made the experience come alive. The way she presented the places and in the order she presented them, gave me a real appreciation of Osaka and its place in history. This tour is the best way to see sites in a small amount of time.
        Written 28 February 2023
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