Osaka tours, things to do and tickets

Discover the ghetto, retro zone, yakuza, redlight district, illegal gambling dens and the intriguing neighbourhoods of Osaka with your quirky, knowledgeable & affable tour guide.

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During the tour you’ll do some taste testing at a street stall. Then after we finish exploring, you’ll have the option to go to a local, traditional, family run restaurant tasting 5 delicious dishes!

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We strive to show you the authentic Osaka on this night tour, where you get a real and deep understanding of the inner workings of this amazing city visiting some architecture which is steeped in history & some run down, derelict areas too…not what Osaka Tourism wants you to see!

Get an inside look with very authentic and honest take on this amazing city of Osaka where we'll answer all your queries(even taboos questions). The whole spectrum from the good, the bad and everything else in between.

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Explore Osaka with Go Kart in funny costumes and enjoy the beautiful view of Osaka! Dress up as your favorite characters and get on the Go Kart to explore Osaka's most famous sightseeing spots such as Namba, Dottonbori area.

Your tour guide, has extensive knowledge of the local foodie scene here...you'll go where only the locals get their authentic, delicious daily soul food. Let's mix it with a bit of history, culture and lots of laughs.
We hope this tour will be the absolute highlight of your Osaka stay:)

You'll get a very unique perspective where you will discover 5 authentic, delicious eateries on this tour… food from a hidden restaurant , backstreet stall, specialized eatery, standing joint & markets whilst walking through arcades, side alleys and plazas rarely visited or known by foreigners.

Also we strive to show you the real and deep Osaka giving you an understanding of the inner workings of this amazing area visiting some vintage, real, architecture so rich in history while interacting with the locals.

Be amazed by visiting the former capital cities of Japan, Kyoto and Nara! Depart from Osaka or Kyoto, heading to Fushimi Inari Taisha, the perfect spot to get in touch with Kyoto’s spirit.

See and experience the unique and fun Osaka in 3-hours! You will have a chance to walk through nostalgic neighborhood, eat delicious Osaka local food and meet fun locals!

Join us for a just slightly offbeat, fully all-inclusive night tour of Tenma and Kyobashi, two of Osaka's most well-known local food and drink areas! You'll get to eat typical Osaka food, have a few drinks, frolic with the locals, and have all sorts of fun along the way! Our guides are top-flight entertainers with native or truly near-native skills in your language, plus Japanese fluency. This small group tour (6 guests or less -- and it usually is less), combines history with adventure, as you explore the nooks and crannies of these very old parts of this awesome city. You're sure to have a great time getting to know the REAL Osaka, and be welcomed as a friend in the establishments we visit and the neighborhoods we stroll. We pride ourselves on quality from guide to food, and can't wait to provide you with an unforgettable night out. Plan on spending about half the time exploring, and half the time eating - a balance we think makes for a great night!

Experience Japan's most unique city just as the locals do, on two wheels! Join a small group of travellers and a knowledgable English speaking guide to pedal the streets on high quality 'Trek' hybrid bikes. Tick off some of the 'must see' sites including Osaka Castle, Shitennoji Temple and Shin Sekai and get local with some of our own favourite spots. Learn a little more about the city, snap some great pictures and grab a delicious local lunch all in one relaxed and enjoyable day.

Travel across Japan with 4G LTE Wi-Fi and keep up to 5 devices connected wherever you go. Enjoy the convenience of delivery to anywhere in Japan and flexible plans ranging from 5 to 30 days.

This 3-hour Osaka Night Food Tour will take you on an unforgettable eating excursion through the busy streets and the hidden, less frequented parts of Minami (South) Osaka.

Starting on the the bright and busy Dotonburi area, we will learn about Glico man, a Filipino sprinter named Fortunato Catalon, who inspired a nation and a company! We will take secret alleys not long after we begin the tour toward the shrine wedged out of sight from the average passerby.

We will sample, Kushikatsu, (deep fried meat and veggie skewers) a local take on Yakitori and we will surprise you with a Michelin rated street food stop for Osaka’s favorite snack– Takoyaki! (a kind of grilled octopus fritter). Try a draft beer or Nihonshu (rice wine) with your tasty meal.

From there, we will show you a famous building full of hidden unorthodox bars, one after another. Finally finish off with a tasty local street food dessert!

Eat a whopping 10 Japanese dishes and try out 2 drinks at some of the most mouthwatering and authentic eateries in Osaka.

Travel across Japan with 4G LTE Wi-Fi and keep up to 5 devices connected wherever you go. Enjoy the convenience of delivery to anywhere in Japan and flexible plans ranging from 5 to 30 days.

Marvel at the interaction between art and nature at the Nagai Botanical Garden in Osaka. Enjoy entry into the unique venue which turns from a botanical garden during the day into an art space at night.

Join your guide for Osaka's largest and longest running nightlife tour for an evening you won't forget! You will be taken off of the usual tourist trail and into the party, visiting at least 3 different bars or clubs. Expect drink discounts all night, free shots at each bar, unlimited shots in between, and a dynamic crowd of awesome people. A great way to kick off the evening without breaking the bank, meet some people, and make some memories.

Stay connected across Japan with a pocket WiFi router with 4G LTE speed. Pick it up upon arrival at Haneda Airport and use it as a portable hotspot that can connect up to 5 devices.

Try your hand at cooking home of a local chef. Your class introduces you to world of Japanese cuisine as you prepare the Osaka specialties of takoyaki and okonomiyaki, as well as delicious miso soup to pair. after main meal you try whisk green tea(Matcha) and Taiyaki(popular street fish shaped waffle)

Learn how to prepare miso soup from scratch.

main courses of the day—takoyaki and okonomiyaki. The 2 dishes are iconic specialties of Osaka, which is lauded as the food capital of Japan. As you prepare takoyaki—fried balls of wheat flour batter wrapped around a chewy piece of octopus—learn how to cut the octopus down to the proper size and perfect your timing for rotating the batter in the unique, ball-shaped pan. Continue with okonomiyaki, a savory and filling pancake typically made with cabbage, flour, egg, and dried bonito flakes.

Explore the non-tourist areas of Osaka, where the veil of "perfect Japan" will be lifted. Get an unfiltered understanding of how the city really functions in the abandoned buildings area, retro zone, alleys, redlight district, gambling dens, and more.

-Feel the nostalgia of the past in Shinsekai with your palate with local foods such as Kushikatsu.
This 3-hour food journey will start with visiting the Shinto shine in Shinsekai. You will see an old busy commercial district with the Tsutenkaku Tower as the symbol of this area.

-Step in time as your guide takes you through a food alley from the past.
You wouldn't believe how much you can explore in this narrow alley which is only 1.2m in width.

-Stuff yourself like you mean it at Dotonbori, the "nation's kitchen" with local foods like okonomiyaki and takoyaki.
Dotonbori has been the symbol of Osaka for a long time! Historically a merchant city and during the Edo period, it served as a center for the rice trade.

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!

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 could explore neighborhoods like the fashionable Shinsaibashi or crazy Dotonbori and maybe you’ll 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’ before continuing your adventure through the neon streets of this enigmatic port city.
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'll 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

Combine the freedom of bike riding with the culinary delights of Japan's most famous food city in a 3-hour foodie bike tour! Led by a knowledgable guide, you will ride the streets of Osaka, exploring a local market, meeting some of the locals and sampling local bites along the way. Your English speaking guide will help you learn more about the city and introduce you to a range of delicious foods.

This is an easy, culturally-enriching bus trip from Osaka to Kyoto. The tour stops at the Fushimi Inari Shrine and the UNESCO world heritage sites, Kiyomizu-dera temple, Kinkakuji temple, and Arashiyama. There are several convenient pickup locations, Kyoto, near hotels in Umeda and Namba.