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Activities & Tours: Osaka Prefecture

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Learn The Katana 'Sword' Technique of Samurai and Ninja

How about learning the techniques of Samurai and Ninja during your stay in Osaka? Professional instructors will teach you the movement of katana and shriken throwing.
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From $151.04
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Sake lesson

-The instructor is an owner who has worked at a sake brewery or a staff member who has received direct guidance from the owner. ・ Provides seven types of sake from the brewery where the owner worked. ・ Historically explains history culture, how to drink and how to make. ・ We offer lessons tailored to your level, from beginner to advanced sake. ・ Premium lessons by the owner will be provided upon request. ・ We also offer lessons in as many languages as possible. Please contact us in advance. ・ The lesson is held at a facility specializing in sake.
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From $65.67
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Vegetarian and Muslim Friendly Private Tour of Osaka

Osaka, which has a 1,500-year history as the "water capital," was the center of Japan between the 16th and 19th centuries. Osaka was also the home of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, the father of the modern Japanese unification. You’ll get to visit his castle, the Osaka Castle, and learn why even today Osaka has a great appeal and is still known domestically as the nation’s kitchen. While Tokyo may be the biggest city in Japan, Osaka has always flourished as a center of the Japanese economy. Today’s visitors to Japan, in addition to exploring Tokyo and Kyoto, should not pass up the opportunity to explore the bustling metropolis of Osaka!
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From $131.34
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Enjoy a Basic Sushi Making Class

Making nigiri-sushi is a skill that is difficult to master alone. Get a hands-on experience under the guidance of an expert. In a small group of no more than 6 participants, learn how to make nigiri-sushi, as well as miso soup. • Small-group tour (maximum 6) ensures a more personal experience • Includes all ingredients, as well as some dessert to enjoy afterward • Learn how to make nigiri-sushi under the guidance of a professional
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From $59.1
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Private Osaka Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized

Make life-long memories with your tribe as you follow our local Osaka host on a family-friendly adventure through the city. From the animatronic giant crabs of Dontonbori to wild and wacky cosplay costumes - there's something for everyone! Explore the city, or enjoy a picnic on Nakanoshima island and feast on local food! Just let us know what your family's style is! 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
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Retro Osaka Street Food Tour: Shinsekai

The Shinsekai district is unique — there is nothing really like it anywhere else in Japan. The neighborhood dates back to the early 1900s and grew in popularity through the post-war “Showa” era until the 1960s. An exploration in this colorful neighborhood really is very “Local-Osaka.” It’s always so much fun, at any time of day! Although people visit from across Japan and around the world, this area is still very much a locals’ spot- with many shops, restaurants, and gaming parlors catering to the everyday laborers who live nearby. This retro district is full of inexpensive local dining and entertainment options. Take a stroll with our local expert and we will show you the hidden gems and explain the colorful history of Shinsekai through the years. You will get to try different local dishes at 4 different shops. Each item has a long history in the Osaka area.
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From $224
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Osaka Private Tours by Locals: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted

You couldn’t see all of Osaka’s must-sees in a day but it all comes down to what you think is unmissable. You’ll join one of our local hosts to see the real Osaka from temples and the Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine to a few hidden gems. Take a selfie on Dotonbori Bridge, eat fresh seafood at the Kuromon Ichiba Market, watch a kabuki production at Osaka Shochikuza Theatre or eat fried maple leaves at one of the street stalls - Osaka is your oyster. 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 $255.36
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Osaka Cooking Class - Learn to make Character Bento or Sushi

Enjoy a private Japanese cooking class in Osaka with your host Masato. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Masato lived in New York for 25 years, then moved to Japan in 2010. He has worked as sushi chef in New York, owned a Hawaiian café in Osaka and currently runs a Takoyaki bar. He is excited to share his passion and teach Japanese cuisine to those who are curious to learn about the ingredients, cooking techniques and culinary traditions. • Osaka cooking class with a local expert in his studio, which has stunning views of the city • Introduction to Japanese ingredients, cuisine and culture • Learn to make sushi or character bento box or Japanese curry rice • Enjoy your meal with tea and Japanese cheesecake • Suitable for beginners, families, children and couples • Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets available, on request If you choose the market tour option, enjoy a guided tour of the Karahori Shotengai market
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The Most Instagrammable Foods In Osaka

It’s all about the followers and with this experience, you’ll follow one of our local Osaka hosts to visit some of the most Instagrammable cafes, restaurants and street food stalls in Osaka. Perhaps you’d like to sip on an Alice in Wonderland inspired cocktail? Or you could explore Ura-Namba, a secret gastro gem! Hop from cafe to cafe as you stroll through trendy Orange Street, snapping photos that will rack up the likes on your Instagram. 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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Osaka Market Food Tour

On this tour, you will have a chance to explore this market that is full of history and get to know the local products that make this a special place to visit. You will not only learn about Kuromon Market but also get an insider’s perspective on the culture, local people, food, and the Osakan way of life. The Kuromon market started off as a fisherman’s market but now includes a variety of other stores as well. You will find 39 fish stores, 10 Greengrocery shops, 12 Butcher shops, 7 candy shops, and 24 restaurants located in this Market. A lot of Osakans shop here especially because the produce in this market comes from all over Japan. During your market tour you will have a chance to try high-quality, seasonal fish, produce, and beef. Try Osaka’s most famous street foods and enjoy the colorful sights and sounds.
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The Ultimate Osaka Shopping Experience: Private And Personalized

When it comes to shopping, Osaka is an absolute paradise! The problem is, where to start? With one of our local hosts, obviously. Head to a district that suits your unique style, or, the style you’ve yet to unlock. Umeda, Namba, Shinsaibashi, Amerikamura and Den Den Town all have their own unique quirks for you to discover. Whether you are seeking traditional stores, high-tech emporiums or want to shop for novelty items in a local neighborhood, your host will create a shopping experience that’s customized to your style and what you’d like to buy. 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 $138
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Osaka Off the Beaten Path 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore off the beaten areas in Osaka! We would like to introduce some of the best nostalgic neighborhood locations. If you want to experience the local life and enjoy the nostalgic warm feelings, these backstreets of Shinsekai, Tenjimbashi-suji, Ameyoko and Koreantown are totally recommended to visit while your stay in Osaka. You can walk with English speaking guide and enjoy some foods and drinks on the way! Let us know what you would like to experience, and your guide will arrange a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
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From $137.91
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2 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour in Osaka

This tour is for people who are unsatisfied famous places in Osaka. Or people who want to know about Japanese culture and Osaka. We will explain about Why we have two type of religions, what is different. Please enjoy Japanese cultures!!! This trip is walking tour. We recommend to put on sneakers for this trip.
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From $26.27
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Osaka Cherry Blossom Walk with Local

A professional local guide will arrange "best" way to enjoy full blooming cherry blossom in Osaka. Every year cherry bloom situations differ. In 2019 winter finished earlier, so Sakura also bloomed earlier. In Osaka, it was announced 26th Mar 2020, Sakura starts to bloom. So in case of not yet blooming, We might offer to change the place to chase some other spots in Osaka where early blooming Sakura(deferent spices) are available. 9-15 Apr (In 2019) is another special occasion you can enjoy “Mint pass through (Sakura tunnel)” the most famous spot in Osaka. We’ll walk around Kema Sakuranomiya Park where an uncountable number of sakura—cherry blossom—trees exist. There will be many food stands, and you can buy anything you want to bring to my hanami—an outside sakura viewing party—one of the most popular activities in Japan. We’ll enjoy full-blooming sakura trees and the sakura party atmosphere with some music in a comfortable leisure seat. We’ll drink Japanese traditional sake also.
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Experience Japanese traditional art “Ukiyoe”!

Why do not you experience Japanese traditional art? Full-fledged print technique, “Ukiyoe” Japan that even beginners can easily experience You can create a Japanese art piece in a world perfect for souvenirs! Japan's longest shopping street, Tenjinbashi-suji shopping street, Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, famous for the Tenjin Festival, “Minamimorimachi” and “Osaka Tenmangu” with various sightseeing spots are the nearest stations! Easy access from Osaka (Umeda), Shinsaibashi and Namba ♪ Please join us as a souvenir or as a hobby! Please feel free to contact us if you are interested ♪
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From $13.47