Embark on a vetted Osaka adventure that was showcased on Channel 5 British TV's "Jane McDonald in Japan." This tour is not your average experience—it's a genuine, quirky, and unfiltered snapshot of Osaka. All your insider guides to entertain you with personal stories, historical facts, and plenty of enthusiasm and humor. Whether you prefer a private and customized tour or a lively group tour with fellow explorers, the choice is yours.Private personalized tour of Osaka, discovering the hotspots and hidden gemsSlip through non-touristy bars and restaurants as well as the seafood marketView the Osaka Castle and learn its role in Japan's unification years agoListen to the local guide share personal and historical stories of Osaka Read more about - Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems.
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Lined with garish neon-covered buildings, the Dotombori Canal is the most iconic sight in all of Osaka. The famous canal network can give you a unique view of Dōtonbori, Osaka's premier entertainment district, before you visit hidden treasures in Dotombori arcade; a street line with shops, restaurants, and incredibly flashy signs for guaranteed Instagrammable photos. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preference.
Osaka Castle (Ōsaka-jō) is a Japanese castle in Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan. The castle is one of Japan's most famous landmarks and it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century of the Azuchi-Momoyama period.
Located in the heart of Namba, Osaka’s lively entertainment district, the shrine is home to the area’s guardian deity and is known for its lion’s head enclosing an entrance stage. The lion’s mouth is said to gobble up evil spirits and bring good luck.
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We will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation at 8:10 AM. Due to traffic, we may be up to 30 minutes late. The total duration of the tour is 8 to 10 hours long.