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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

Do you really like temples and gardens? If so, Nara is the place for you! Close to Osaka and Kyoto, this quiet area is full of beauty...and deer! Why so many deer in Nara? Deer are messengers from the heavens, so they have free reign over the city of Nara that is filled with religious importance. Come and learn about Japan’s temples and religious history in Nara! Once your reservation is made, a guide will contact you to plan your personalized tour. Choose 4 to 5 spots from ‘Tour Details’ to visit. Don't know where to go? Ask the guide to send you their recommendations. We hope to guide you soon! Maximum 7 participants per tour.

City tours are great for getting oriented, but usually follow rigid itineraries and strict schedules. This full-day private tour offers more flexibility, with a customizable itinerary allowing travelers to explore Osaka according to their preferences and at their own pace. Your guide helps you create the itinerary and can make bookings and reservations on your behalf.

At 「The Sumo Hall Hirazuka Osaka」, not only can you enjoy a Sumo show conducted in English while dining, but you can also interact with Sumo wrestlers (former professional wrestlers) on an actual stage (dohyo) and enjoy experiential entertainment such as commemorative photos with the wrestlers. In addition, we offer a traditional Japanese bento (boxed meal), allowing you to immerse yourself in the richness of Japanese culture. Options for Halal, vegan, or high-end bento are also available to accommodate diverse dietary preferences. In the bustling town of Osaka with inbound tourists, both adults and children can learn and experience a new way to enjoy the traditional Japanese culture of Sumo.

Eat your way around Ura Namba, one of Osaka's best-kept secrets. This private food tour takes you into the area's hidden alleyways and hole-in-the-wall eateries, rustic izakayas, locals' favorite sushi dens, creative fusion restaurants, and quirky bars where you will sample specially selected local dishes, washed down with a couple of drinks.

Embark on a seamless journey with our Kyoto Marvels tour, featuring hassle-free pick-up from Osaka cruise port. Immerse yourself in ancient wonders, knowing we’ll ensure a timely return to your cruise ship. Explore Kyoto worry-free, from pick-up to port drop-off. Embark on a whimsical journey through Kyoto's hidden treasures with our 'Mystical Kyoto Quest' tour! Uncover secret shrines, wander enchanting bamboo forests, and sip tea in traditional tea houses. Follow our knowledgeable guides as they unveil fascinating tales of samurai legends and geisha mystique. Traverse winding alleyways, sample delectable street food, and discover hidden art studios. Immerse yourself in captivating cultural activities like calligraphy and kimono dressing. Experience the thrill of a rickshaw ride through historic neighborhoods and revel in the mesmerizing beauty of illuminated temples at night. Unveil the mysteries of Kyoto on this unforgettable adventure that promises laughter, discovery

Get ready to be amazed by the beauty of Amanohashidate. Depart from Osaka and get yourself comfortable in air-conditioned bus. Your first stop is Amanohashidate area, you can take a cable car or the chair lift and you can enjoy the scenic view from the Kasamatsu Park, or visit the shrine of Motoise Kono. Before going to Ine, make sure to check out the souvenirs shop in Amanohashidate area, and try the Black Chikuwa, steamed and grilled fish paste made from sea bream. Ine is a seaside village in the "Kyoto by the Sea" area, which is in the north of Kyoto Prefecture. Ine lies on the coast of the Sea of Japan and is famous for its wooden boathouses, or "funaya.". Ine's boathouses are famous for their unusual architecture: the bottom story stores a boat and fishing gear, while the second story comprises the living quarters. The beautiful scenery at Ine makes it a popular place for filming TV shows and movies. You can also visit Ine Cafe, which is a famous photogenic spot in Ine area.

Private & Custom VIP Tour in OSAKA allows you to “Tailor Your Itinerary” to fit your specific travel expectations. You have your own private Toyota COMMUTER 2020 and English speaking driver for approximately 8 hours. Our team assists you to draft itinerary, prepare tickets, book restaurants/local experiences, communicate with local vendors, direct you to the destinations, keep time, assist you throughout the trip and more! STEP1: Please select your favorite destinations from "What to Expect" and share with us your other special requests STEP2: Our team draft your tentative custom itinerary and share with you STEP3: We revise/finalize the itinerary base on your feedback REMARKS A. You can always make change to the itinerary even while traveling on the van. The tour is flexible to your own needs and goals. B. Extra 1~2 hours will be given for free in case of heavy traffic jam and unexpected delay(s) only C. Extra charges will be applied for over time service

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!

Immerse yourself in Japan's rich heritage with a visit to the awe-inspiring Himeji Castle, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, as well as the Kokoen Garden and Engyo-ji Temple. You can explore the UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle, one of Japan's most iconic landmarks. Wander through Kokoen Garden, featuring a variety of Japanese garden styles. Visit Engyo-ji Temple, a mountain-top temple complex with breathtaking views.

Swap the rigid structure and impersonal feeling of typical group tours for a private and personalized experience of Osaka. This private tour is exclusively for your family and is tailored to your interests, whether you want to see cosplayers in Dontonbori or enjoy a picnic on the island of Nakanoshima.

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.

Osaka is Japan’s second largest city and famous for its architectural landmarks and delicious street food. Discover the city at your own pace on this private walking tour and enjoy a customized itinerary to suit your preferences. Explore the Kita (Umeda) and Minami (Namba) neighborhoods, visit popular attractions such as Osaka Castle and Dotombori Street, or tuck into Japanese specialties at Kuromon Food Market (own expense).

Get ready for a night of fun in Osaka! This private customized tour is the ideal for first-time visitors to get their bearings and learn top tips about the city’s best nightlife spots. The tour is customized based on your interests, and you can even choose which district you explore, or leave it to your guide. The tour will take you to Japanese pubs (izakaya), standing bars (tachinomiya), and karaoke bars too! You’ll eat, drink, sing, and explore the best of Osaka in one evening.

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!

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!

See and do exactly what you want on this private, customizable 10-hour tour in Osaka. Design your dream tour with a world of options, including Osaka's landmarks and parks, ancient architecture, museums, shopping excursions and street food markets. Your private custom tour includes an English-speaking driver and round-trip private transfer from your accommodation in a car. An English tour guide is optional.

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.

There are so many things to do in Osaka and you don't know what to do? Our tour is what you need. First, we will introduce the historical side of Osaka, focusing on carefully selected must-see spots such as Osaka Castle and Shitennoji. Next, we will visit the grassroots side of Osaka, the Nihonbashi and Dotonbori areas, to get a feel for the difference. We will also take you to experience ukiyo-e, an ancient Japanese traditional art. You will walk around the city in a fun and relaxing way with a locally-based English-speaking guide. This tour will show you not only the Osaka that everyone knows, but also the Osaka that only locals know.

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover World Heritage Site, Mt. Koya. Go on a full-day guided private car tour of Mt. Koya and learn about the modern and traditional aspects of one of the world’s most sacred mountains! If you are staying in Osaka but would like to take some time out to enjoy some sights outside the big city, then this tour of Mount Koya in Wakayama Prefecture is for you! Meet your guide at your hotel in Osaka, then head to Mount Koya. Note*1: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

In this tour, we leave from Osaka to visit Hiroshima for a day. We first visit the Atomic Bomb Dome and the Peace Memorial. We have a moving and important testimony of the Second World War and we leave strengthened in our pacifism... So that it never happens again. Then, we go to Miyajima to see the Itsukushima Shrine and its important torii on the sea. Shika deer and nature also await us there. We can get a breath of fresh air! That's wonderful. With your guide specializing in Japanese History, you will learn more about the history of this country. At the end of this excursion, we return to Osaka with eyes full of emotion and memories.

This tour simply includes two parts. One is that local Kimono specialist lent Kimono outfit and instruct how you can put those on. Second is that the tour guide take you to Sumiyoshi Trisha shrine and Kohama shopping street. This guide enable you to learn not only sight's history but also local culture. And in the house where you'll wear Kimono, there's replica Katana(similar to real one). So you can hold it and take photos with Samurai posture.

Embark on an unforgettable Kyoto day tour that seamlessly blends ancient traditions with modern allure. Immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of this historic city as our expert guides lead you through iconic landmarks, tranquil temples, and vibrant marketplaces. From the serenity of traditional tea ceremonies to the dynamic energy of bustling streets, our curated Kyoto day tour offers a rich tapestry of experiences, ensuring a profound and enlightening exploration of Japan's cultural heart