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Activities & Tours: Osaka Prefecture

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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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Japanese Cooking Class in Osaka with a Culinary Expert

In this cooking class in Osaka learn to cook an authentic Japanese meal with Yoko! Yoko learned to cook from her mother when she was young and later joined a culinary institute in Osaka. A food loving, travel loving, people loving Osakan, who is passionate about Japanese food and excited to share her knowledge and teach you about Japan's rich history and culture. Get introduced to Japanese cooking techniques, key ingredients, flavors while you learn to cook some popular Japanese dishes in your 1.5 hours cooking class in Osaka.
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From $180
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Real Kimono experience and Tsumami Kanzashi Workshop

You can have a real Kimono experience. We have a lot of line ups about kimono. Also you can enjoy Japanese culture making Tsumaki -zaiku accessories.
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From $45.97
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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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From $820.88
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Amazing Japanese Sweets Making Class

Discover the world of traditional Japanese sweets and Matcha in 2 hours experience! Japanese sweets are express the seasons, made with only plant-based ingredients such as beans and rice. In this class, you can understand the process of making beautiful Japanese sweets and delicious Matcha. The class is limited to a small group, the instructor can pay personalized attention for each participant. Touching traditional Japanese culture, your inspiration would expand dramatically. This would definitely be one of the most unforgettable experiences in your trip to Japan!
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From $52.54
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Volleyball in Osaka & Kyoto with Locals!

We are the largest international sports community in Osaka and Kansai. Come meet local Japanese and foreigners living in Osaka; we love to play sports and meet new friends. You can come alone or with friends, we will make you feel welcome!
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From $4.93
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4-Hour Osaka Bike Tour to the Neighborhood of Osaka Castle

-Meet up at the front of Family Mart in Tenma-bashi Station! After that, we will visit one of the oldest temple to see the beautiful five story pagoda. Finally we are heading to the beautiful Osaka Castle, and cycle around its premises. Osaka Castle is located in the middle of a very large park known as Osaka Castle Park. It's approximately 105 hectares big!! -Tired from all the biking? Let's satisfy our hunger with a good old Okonomiyaki break We'll take a break to taste Osaka's soul food: Okonomiyaki. After you've enjoyed indulging Okonomiyaki, we'll also take for a tea break and you can enjoy Japanese Green Tea with a little snack. Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!
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From $61.73
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Exclusive private Yukata dressing workshop

Experience the elegance of Japanese culture in our exclusive private Yukata dressing workshop. The Yukata, a simpler yet equally beautiful version of the Kimono, offers a unique opportunity for you to immerse yourself in local traditions. Imagine wearing it yourself and strolling through vibrant summer festivals! The only challenge lies in its distinctive style compared to Western attire, leaving many unsure of the proper way to wear it. But don’t worry! Our expert instructor will guide you through the process, revealing that it's much more straightforward than it appears once you've learned the techniques
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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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Tateyama Kurobe Snow Otani Walk! Hida Takayama & Shirakawago

・Enjoy a free stroll in World Heritage Shirakawa-go and Hida Takayama ・Explore Takayama, a city buried in the mountainous Hida region, known for its beautifully preserved old town ・Snow Wall is built between Murodo terminal and Tateyama Nature Conservation Center, and is a special route for walkers traveling in the area. The overwhelming Snow Wall is a can't-miss for visitors of loving nature and outdoor! ・Otani is nearby the Murodou with an extremely heavy snowfall, and the depth can be over 20 meter sometimes. Otani Snow Wall is also equal to near 20 meters' high. ・The roads buried by snow were excavated by snowplows. It will take about a month to confirm the location of the road through GPS! ・Write down your wishes and precious memories in the message area of the snow wall!
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From $242.98
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Sushi Cooking Class in Osaka

2.5-hour sushi-making lesson takes place. Watch as your instructor prepares sushi rice, followed by a demo on how to make sushi the professional way, which includes rolling sashimi (thinly sliced raw fish) and other fresh ingredients into dried seaweed called nori. When it's your turn, enjoy plenty of practice using the various fillings and techniques that  with the group. Once you complete your hands-on lesson, gather with your fellow sushi connoisseurs to bite into the rolls, which are served alongside miso soup, a Japanese omelet and other snacks. Cooking lesson is not use knife for safety.so easy join all type of customers. your dishes are not all,after sushi eat try tea ceremony(whisk matcha),and popular Japanese sweets fish shaped waffle.
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From $164.18
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Osaka Half Day Tours by Locals: Private, See the City Unscripted

You’ll join one of our local Osaka hosts for an exhilarating half-day experience of their city. From local food to must-see sites like Osaka Castle, you’ll discover the city’s unique charm and local culture. Customized to suit your taste, you’ll visit a creative neighborhood like the neon lit Dōtonbori, grab some lunch at a trendy market and discover iconic temples, historic landmarks and bustling shops. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, youll 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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From $138
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Osaka Private Tour: From Historic Tenma To Dōtonbori’s Pop Culture - 8 Hours

Spend the day with one of our hosts to discover the true nature of Osaka - head’s up, it’s got a wild sense of humor and is obsessed with food. Explorer (not tourist) is what we’re aiming for here, and in that spirit, you will explore "Tenma", a lively Osaka neighborhood steeped in history. By day an energetic shopping district and by night a backstreet maze of quirky bars, you will get to know this authentic side of the city with a local host by your side. Stop by Dotonbori to discover hidden gems like the smaller shrines and historic streets. Grab a quick bite to eat and see why Osaka is known as the ‘Nation’s Kitchen’. 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 get in touch to suggest a personalized itinerary to discover the city together.
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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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Osaka Private Night Tour: Dōtonbori & Ura Namba, 4 Hours With A Local

You’ll join one of our local Osaka hosts for a night out in the city that is fast becoming a world-wide favorite! No matter what night of the week it is, you can be assured that Osaka is buzzing! Discover famous entertainment districts like Namba or Umeda, a food paradise like Dotonbori or simply get lost in the network of tiny streets that host everything from izakaya to Sakaya. End off your night (or begin your morning) like the locals do with a steaming bowl of ramen at 3AM. 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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From $167.66