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Activities & Tours: Osaka Prefecture

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Osaka: Traditional Kimono Rental Experience at WARGO

Dress in a traditional Japanese kimono and stroll through the charming streets of Japan, capturing beautiful photos and creating cherished memories. We offer a wide selection of kimonos, ranging from traditional patterns to modern designs, with experienced staff to assist you with dressing. The package includes the kimono itself, sash belt (obi), Japanese clutch, sandals, and socks. Don't worry, hairstyling is available at an additional cost. If it's not too busy, the dressing process can take less than an hour, and you can set off on your adventure. If you wish to enjoy Japan in a kimono until the evening, next-day return is also possible (additional fee). Now, have a fantastic time exploring Japan!
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From $37
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Osaka Food Walking Tour with Market Visit

Explore Osaka, the "kitchen of Japan" with the locals! Osaka has been known as a gourmet city since the samurai period. This tour is for food lovers who would like to try various kind of Japanese food. The tour covers morning fish market, eateries and sightseeing spots in downtown areas.
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From $105.07
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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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From $680
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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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From $124.77
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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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From $131.34
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Japanese home cooking class in Osaka Umeda

Using ingredients and seasonings that you can easily make at home, you will make a typical Japanese home-cooked meal together. (partial demonstration) You can also choose from a menu of specialty dishes unique to Osaka. I will also give advice on how to shop at Japanese supermarkets. All materials used are those that can be purchased at Japanese supermarkets and we have recipes that are easy to make. You can choose from 4 different menus. menu 1. Ginger grilled pork, rice balls, miso soup and Japanese rolled omelette 2. Takoyaki and Japanese dessert 3. Kushikatsu and rice balls 4. Japanese lunch box
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From $45.97
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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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From $590
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Kyoto 1 Day Trip-Golden Pavilion & Kiyomizu temple from Osaka

A popular Sunrise Tours plan visiting the renowned sights of Kyoto including several World Heritage sites. This tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter. The tour will visit Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Sanjusangen-do Temple, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. This tour takes participants to famous temples, a shrine, a castle, and other majestic places of interest in Kyoto. This standard tour is recommended for those traveling to Kyoto for the first time. An assistant will provide support from Osaka to Kyoto. After the tour ends, the assistant will lead the group from Kyoto to Osaka.
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From $148.41
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Private Osaka Tour with Government Licencsed Guide and Vehicle (Max 7 persons)

The vibrant city of Osaka is calling but the subway can be confusing and challenging for those with walking limitations so we are happy to provide this customizable, private guided tour with a vehicle! From 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 sights will enthrall you. Hungry? The kitchen of Japan, Osaka, is more than happy to tempt you with its many local dishes. Book a tour with us to find the best places to eat okonomiyaki! Once a 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 go, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary. We welcome you to explore the unique culture of Osaka with us! Or as they say in the Osaka dialect, “Maido”! Maximum 7 participants.
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From $786.07
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Kobe private tour from Osaka (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)

Visit a beautiful port city, Kobe with a private guide!  As it's a private tour, you can relax and see more sights compared with other group tours. This tour covers most popular sites like Nunobiki ropeway and herb garden, Harbor land and Sake brewery. You can't miss Kobe beef. We'll help to book the Kobe beef restaurant, if you'd like.  Tour guide will meet you at your accommodation and start the tour easily and go to Kobe by subway and train and explore the city by train and taxi efficiently.
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From $197.01
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Hidden Gems of Osaka Kyoto Nara - Private Car Tour by Local Guide

The most off-the-beaten and atmospheric temples of the Kyoto/Osaka area are here!! This private guided car tour takes you to magical temples and super-unique shrines in a comfortable car A great temple with thousands of Japanese traditional dolls sitting literally everywhere, a shrine worshiping an enormous 1000-year-old camphor tree in an industrial area, and nostalgic paths of temples lit by countless lanterns at night The local expert drives you to the spiritual world with his wide and deep knowledge of Buddhism and Japanese culture Book this tour and you are promised to have an unforgettable day in Japan!
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See Details → Duration :6 to 7 hours
From $229.85
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Walking Tour - Osaka Castle and River Cruise from Osaka or Kyoto

This tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter. See Osaka, the commercial center of western Japan, on this wonderful 1-day round-trip tour departing from Kyoto! Visit some of Osaka's most iconic sights, and experience both traditional and modern Osaka. Enjoy panoramic views of Osaka at the Floating Garden Observatory at the top of the Umeda Sky Building, which is also popular among international travelers for its unique architecture. Be in awe of Osaka Castle's grandeur. Revel in the superb scenery from the castle tower. Take a riverboat cruise for a breathtaking view of Japan's water city, Osaka.
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From $110.33
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Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Nara Temples

Nothing better than to discover this city by the explanations from an -almost-local person! The first fixed capital of Japan, a high city of tradition and history, you will learn more about the history of this city and Japan. I lived there for 3 years and it is my favorite place in Japan. You will discover an ancient capital which became a calm countryside city. Nothing to hurry, nothing to worry!
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From $249.55
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Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kobe City

In the north, the mountain. In the south, the sea... In the middle, you! Visiting this so beautiful city. We will discover together Kobe, from the north to the south. History, fashion and modernity are melting in this so picturesque city.
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Kimono experience and Japanese home-cooking lesson Osaka Umeda

We will make a Japanese home-cooked meal together. (Partial demonstration) We use ingredients and seasonings that can be easily made at home. You can also choose from a menu of specialty dishes unique to Osaka. menu: 1. Ginger grilled pork, rice balls, miso soup and Japanese rolled omelette 2. Takoyaki 3. Kushikatsu and rice balls 4. Japanese lunch box We will also give advice on how to shop at Japanese supermarkets. We don't serve vegetarian or vegan. Please contact us regarding food allergies. You can experience making kimonos and obis using materials (silk) and techniques passed down from ancient times in Japan. In particular, you can experience a gorgeous bridal dress that is rarely seen even by Japanese people. For men, you can experience wearing the first formal kimono and hakama. You can't go out wearing it, but you can enjoy taking pictures (with your own camera, etc.) in the Japanese-style corner in the room.
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From $65.67