• Dotombori District - Enjoy a stroll through Dotonbori street, famous for its large billboards, numerous restaurants, and food stalls offering local delicacies like Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki.
• Osaka Castle - Osaka Castle is one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks, renowned for its stunning five-story structure and a history spanning nearly 450 years.
• Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine - Sumiyoshi Taisha (住吉大社, “Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine”) in Osaka is among Japan’s oldest shrines. Established in the 3rd century before Buddhism’s arrival, it showcases the unique Sumiyoshi-zukuri architectural style, uninfluenced by the Asian mainland. Only two other styles, Shinmei-zukuri at the Ise Shrines and Taisha-zukuri at Izumo Taisha, are considered purely Japanese.
• Shitenno-ji - Shitennoji (四天王寺, Shitennōji) is one of Japan’s oldest temples and the first state-built temple, founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku, a proponent of Buddhism in Japan. Despite multiple reconstructions due to fires, the temple maintains its original 6th-century design.

The outer temple grounds are free to explore, while entry to the inner precinct, Gokuraku-jodo Garden, and the treasure house requires a fee. Within the inner precinct’s pebble-covered courtyard stands a five-storied pagoda, which visitors can enter and climb, and the Main Hall (Kondo), where a statue of Kannon enshrines Prince Shotoku.

• Shinsekai - Shinsekai (新世界, “New World”) is an Osaka district developed pre-war and later neglected. At its center is Tsutenkaku Tower, a nostalgic symbol of Shinsekai.

The district’s current layout emerged after the 1903 National Industrial Exposition, which attracted over five million visitors in five months. Post-expo, efforts began to enhance and modernize Shinsekai.

• Umeda Sky Building - The Umeda Sky Building (梅田スカイビル) is a remarkable skyscraper in Osaka’s Kita district, near Osaka and Umeda Stations, also known as “New Umeda City.”

Standing 173 meters tall, it comprises two towers connected by the “Floating Garden Observatory” on the 39th floor, offering stunning city views from its windows and open-air deck. The basement features a restaurant floor replicating an early Showa Period town, while offices occupy most other floors.

• Kuromon Market - Kuromon Market (黒門市場, Kuromon Ichiba) is a covered public market extending 600 meters parallel to Sakaisujidori Street in Osaka’s Minami area. With around 150 shops selling fish, meat, produce, traditional sweets, and affordable clothing and homeware, the market, dating back to the Edo Period, is a vibrant place to shop and enjoy diverse street foods.

• The National Museum of Art, Osaka - The National Museum of Art, Osaka (NMAO) is an underground museum on Nakanoshima island in central Osaka, housing a significant art collection.

• Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street - This 150-meter shopping street is lined with specialty stores offering every cooking utensil and kitchen item imaginable. The Doguyasuji Festival on October 9 (Tool Day) features tool sales and the Garapon Lottery. Visitors can also enjoy hands-on food sample making and glass-etching experiences, along with a growing number of artisanal restaurants.

• Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street - Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street is a must-visit in Osaka. This extensive shopping arcade of cosmetics stores, apparel shops, and restaurants stretches 600 meters. Discover this vibrant Osaka neighborhood and learn how to reach the area with this detailed guide!

• Keitaku-en Garden - Keitakuen Garden is a traditional Japanese landscape garden within Tennoji Park in Osaka, Japan. Designed in the early 20th century, it features a central pond, carefully arranged rocks, seasonal plants, and pathways reflecting classic Japanese aesthetics. The garden offers a serene escape from the city, with picturesque views of nearby Osaka skyscrapers blending nature and urban life.

• Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Osaka
• Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
• Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from ‘What to expect’ list

• 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.

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, \

• This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.