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Activities & Tours: Osaka Prefecture

Private Sightseeing Tours

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This is The Best Private Walking Tour, All Must-sees in Osaka!

This plan is recommended for those who want to visit Osaka's popular tourist spots efficiently. Osaka is a place with a deep history, having once been the capital of Japan. After Osaka Castle was built in the late 16th century, water transportation and other transportation networks were developed, and Osaka developed as a commercial town. Even today, it is the second largest city after Tokyo, and has characteristics that differentiate it from other regions, mainly in terms of food culture and comedy. Enjoy Osaka to the fullest with a tour packed with all of Osaka's highlights. [Standard tour visit spot] ・ Umeda Sky Building ・ Osaka Castle ・ Karahori shopping street ・ Dotonbori ・ Shitenno-ji Temple ・ Shin-sekai area
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Audio Guide App Japan Tokyo Kyoto Takayama Kanazawa Nikko and others

Audioguided Routes throughout Japan Audio guides with 6 languages available (Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, French, English.) Walking routes in the different neighborhoods Walking routes through the main temples of each destination Gastronomic routes Everything you need to know about Japan Points of interest linked to Google Maps Geolocation Access to Web Panel to customize your own route Access to Web Panel as a repository of travel documents
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Wakayama Castle and Kuroshio Market 1 Day Tour

This tour departs from Osaka and travels to Wakayama. We will visit Wakayama Castle which was built in 1585 by order of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. During the Edo period, the castle flourished as an important base for the Tokugawa family, which produced many military commanders. Today, it is a symbol of Wakayama City, and the tower offers a panoramic view of the city. There is also a zoo in Wakayama Castle. It is one of the few zoos in Japan located within the castle grounds. Enjoy lunch and shopping at Kuroshio Market. At 12:30 p.m., a live tuna dismemberment show will be held, which is a must-see! After lunch, we will visit Kimii Temple.After that, we will stroll through the streets of Saigasaki.Saigasaki Fishing Port, reminiscent of the "Amalfi Coast" World Heritage Site in Italy. Finally, a stopover at Rinku Premium Outlets. Those who wish to stop by will be dismissed at the outlet.
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Nara : Private Full-Tour with a local guide

Explore Nara with a fully customizable 6-hour tour tailored to your preferences. Begin by meeting your guide at your chosen location, whether it's your hotel or another designated spot. Start at Kofuku-Ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, discovering National Treasures like the Statue of Ashura. Proceed to Todai-Ji Temple, marveling at Japan's largest Great Buddha statue and the Kongo Rikishi statue at Nandaimon Gate. Stroll through Nara Park, renowned for its wild deer, engaging in the popular activity of feeding them. Explore Kasuga Taisha Temple, a World Heritage Site, and visit the Kasuga-Taisha National Treasure Hall to complete your exploration. With a customizable itinerary, tailor your Nara experience to your interests, ensuring a memorable day trip from Kyoto or Osaka.
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Private Car Full Day Tour of Osaka Temples, Gardens and Kofun Tombs

Osaka is a bustling city chock full of "big city" things to do, but there's another side to it as well. This tour takes you from your hotel to notable temples, a historic entertainment quarter, gardens, and the famous "kofun" tombs in Osaka and south to Sakai City, all in a private, luxury vehicle. Your native or equivalent English-speaking driver/guide will ensure the trip is light and fun, while also keeping it intellectually stimulating and informative in a well-rounded, accessible way. As this is a private tour, discussions about changes to the itinerary are welcome! Depending on your request, additional charges may apply.
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Discover Bohemian Nakazakicho

Join one of our local Osaka hosts to explore the enchanting and quirky neighborhood of Nakazakicho. Explore the narrow streets packed with historic buildings (repurposed as community spaces), miniature themed cafes, off-the-wall concept stores and vintage shops. You could visit a hidden gem like Irorimura and browse one of its many quirky galleries. Home to bohemians and artists, Nakazakicho is one of Osaka’s best-kept secrets. 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.
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Minoh Waterfall and nature walk through the Minoh Park

Set yourself free from the hustling and bustling streets of big cities and dip yourself in nature, refreshing both body and soul. Local Osaka people used to call this area with a phrase "Deep in the mountains of Minoh". Wild monkeys are seen at waterfall area from time to time. The temple along the hiking road is the oldest ascetic Buddhism temple in Japan as it was an ideal training place to seek self and to be enlightened. The area is a very popular hiking spot for Osaka citizens. Let's enjoy the Minoh Quasi National Park, an Oasis very close to the city.
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Half-Day Private Guide Tour to Himeji Castle

In this tour, we will learn more about the political and military history of Himeji and Japan. This tour takes place in a historic castle. Himeji Castle is one of 12 Japanese castles still very well preserved with their wooden main keep still existing. We can still visit it today without any problems. The castle dates from 1346 and we currently see it as it was in 1618. You will learn more about the History of Japan, with your guide, passionate or even graduate in Japanese History, who will explain to you the ins and outs of Japanese politics of yesteryear. You will have a good lesson in history and exciting architecture in perspective, unique to Himeji!
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KYOTO-OSAKA or OSAKA-KYOTO Transfers [max 9 pax]

This is a private one way transfer between Kyoto-Osaka city. *Extra charge will be applied for picking up from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and ITAMI Airport You can choose your own starting time and pick up location in Osaka City or Kyoto City. Maximum number of passengers are 9 pax + about 9 luggages
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Osaka Self-Guided Audio Tour

Learn more about the top 10 tourist attractions in Osaka. Its history, culture, myths, architecture, and other important facts are in this audio commentary. The top 10 advantages for those who prefer flexibility on their tour. 1. Safe - Not required to download, with just a click of secure access links it can be listened to online on any device. 2. Save - The lowest price in the city. 3. Stories - No imagination stories, only verified information. 4. Schedule - Listen at your own convenience of time, pace, and location, 5. Select - Preferred languages and attractions. 6. Self-control: No need to be behind someone's instructions in always. 7. Share - with co-travelers in just a click. 8. Soft - Selective crafted words that make you listen again. 9. Simple - Use our personally created itinerary which starts from the city's central station and then gradually moves one by one. 10. Smart - in all aspects
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OSAKA City Tour with Private Car and Driver [Max 9 Pax]

8-Hour Custom Tour with Private Car and Driver. Please select your most favorite sites in OSAKA City and share with us your other special requests. We will help you plan the route, draft itinerary and make advanced reservations if necessary. VEHICLE We will arrange car for you based on the number of people in your group (maximum of 9 people). Our available cars are Land Rover Discovery, Toyota Alphard, HIACE and Grand Cabin. DRIVER The driver will drive and walk with you at most sites. However, there are some sites the driver cannot join you due to following reasons: 1.) some drivers need to take a rest/break at least 1 site during the tour 2.) when the parking lot is full especially during peak seasons 3.) where it is difficult to park/too pricy to park ... REMARKS a.) You can always amend the itinerary even while traveling with the driver on the day b.) Extra charge will be applied for over time service, picking-up/dropping-off at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
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Private Tour to Nara from Osaka with English speaking Driver

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.
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Osaka Outdoor Escape Game: Food Origins

Play a city game in the heart of Osaka and discover the changes that the city has been through from the Edo period to the present. Don’t forget, Osaka is the heaven of food, so you’re going to see a lot of peculiar dishes along the way and we suggest you try some of them. Are you ready for time travel in the nation’s kitchen? Highlights: Discover the history of Dotonbori in a fun, interactive way. Find out curious facts about the most delicious cuisine in the heart of Kansai area. Learn about the rituals at Japanese temples. Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt. Each clue will lead you from one place to another by providing you with exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. As you answer the questions, solve the challenge, or guess the answer, the secret story of each place is unlocked.
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Osaka Rickshaw Tour in New World

Let's enjoy the Showa retro new world on a rickshaw. We will welcome you while taking a lot of guides by knowledgeable Ikuo, gourmet information, fun talks and fashionable photos. Why don't you ride a rickshaw when you come to the New World! We'll be expecting you!
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Private Car Day Trip to the Kobe Mountains, Gardens and Hot Springs from Osaka

Leave the hustle and bustle of Osaka behind, as you are whisked via highway in a luxury car to the mountains that rise above nearby Kobe. Over the course of your private tour, you will ride a historical cable car, visit impressive gardens and a hot spring at Arima Onsen, with a native (or equivalent) English speaking guide providing information, insight, and fun.
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