Top 10 Cultural Tours in Chuo, Kinki

May 24, 2021 Trinity Boughner

Discover the best top things to do in Chuo, Japan including Osaka Private Night Tour: Dōtonbori & Ura Namba, 4 Hours With A Local, Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and Kuromon Market Visit, Osaka Private Tour: From Historic Tenma To Dōtonbori’s Pop Culture - 8 Hours, Private Local Tour Guide Osaka: Kickstart your Trip, 100% Personalized, Private Tour - Food, food, and food! Let's enjoy specialties in Osaka!, Private Osaka Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized, Osaka Private 1 Day tour, Osaka virtual tour, Osaka Kuromon Market & Dotombori Street Walking Food Tour, Street Osaka GoKart Tour with Funny Costume Rental.
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1. Osaka Private Night Tour: Dōtonbori & Ura Namba, 4 Hours With A Local

Osaka, Japan City Unscripted Osaka
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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.

Inclusions: Private and personalised itinerary, 4 hours in the city with a handpicked Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Authentic local knowledge and insights, Two drinks of your choice, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks in addition to any included, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

Reviewed By Renaiika

Our guide Haruhi was very nice and told us a lot about specific characterics from Osaka. We tried Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki and Kushikatsu which was all very tasty. She also showed us some secret passages in Osaka and gave us tips where we could spend time Osaka on our next days. The only thing that I was missing was to try out some other foods that are maybe not too known too. But in overall we had a lot of fun!

2. Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and Kuromon Market Visit

Nankai Information Center, 5-chōme-1-60 Nanba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan All Star Osaka Walk
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This three hour walking tour will touch upon the heart of Japan by visiting a Shinto Shrine and take you to the core of the Japanese food scene. Sumiyoshi-taisha grand shrine will welcome you with a beautiful orange colored arched bridge. Find power spots spread around the area and feel the heart and soul of Japanese people. Stroll around the local market Kuromon-ichiba and find out why Osaka is called the national kitchen of Japan. We use public transportation between sites.

Inclusions: National licensed English speaking local guide, Small-group walking tour

Exclusions: Transportation (subway, tram, railway) fee: Adult 600 yen, Child 310 yen, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks

Reviewed By Cheryl S

We loved our Kyoto tour! Our guides Aki and Minako made it so special, the whole tour guide team even came on the call to sing Happy Birthday for my daughter. They also made a lovely personalised video for her birthday. The entire experience was so interesting and enjoyable. Definitely recommend!

3. Osaka Private Tour: From Historic Tenma To Dōtonbori’s Pop Culture - 8 Hours

Osaka, Japan City Unscripted Osaka
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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

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 8 hours with a host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

Reviewed By Renaiika

Our guide Haruhi was very nice and told us a lot about specific characterics from Osaka. We tried Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki and Kushikatsu which was all very tasty. She also showed us some secret passages in Osaka and gave us tips where we could spend time Osaka on our next days. The only thing that I was missing was to try out some other foods that are maybe not too known too. But in overall we had a lot of fun!

4. Private Local Tour Guide Osaka: Kickstart your Trip, 100% Personalized

Osaka, Japan City Unscripted Osaka
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You’ll join one of our hosts as they help you to get comfortable in Osaka - we know it can be daunting when you don’t speak the language and you have no idea what those signs on the subway say! You’ll feel like you’re being welcomed into the city by a friend who can’t wait to show you their energetic city and find your feet. Depending on what you’d like from your time together, they could take you to see some famous attractions, explore the area where you’re staying and get recommendations, or just enjoy a walk and see where your feet take you! 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

Inclusions: A private and personalized experience, 3 hours with a host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By Renaiika

Our guide Haruhi was very nice and told us a lot about specific characterics from Osaka. We tried Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki and Kushikatsu which was all very tasty. She also showed us some secret passages in Osaka and gave us tips where we could spend time Osaka on our next days. The only thing that I was missing was to try out some other foods that are maybe not too known too. But in overall we had a lot of fun!

5. Private Tour - Food, food, and food! Let's enjoy specialties in Osaka!

Shin-Imamiya Station, Japan, 〒556-0003 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Ebisunishi, 3-chōme−17−1 番号 otomo travel
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This plan is recommended for those who want to enjoy the unique local cuisine of Osaka. Osaka has long been a major transportation hub and attracting foodstuffs from all over Japan. As a result of the development of a unique food culture that took advantage of the abundant ingredients, visitors to Osaka tend to overindulge, and the city became known as the ""City of Gourmets"". In this tour, you can experience the food culture of Osaka. You will taste the crispy, bite-sized Kushikatsu with sauce, and the crispy surface and soft interior of the takoyaki. The appeal of this tour is that you can enjoy other Osaka specialties such as Okonomiyaki and pork buns all at once.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Tour Guide, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

Reviewed By muhammadkamranalinak

Very good ???? experience I really enjoyed it fully fantastic I never forget it weather no pollution everything is perfect and appreciated.

6. Private Osaka Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized

Osaka Castle, 1-1 Ōsakajō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan City Unscripted Osaka
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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.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 5 hours in the city with a Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs (public transportation and taxis can be used on the day at an extra cost) , Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By Renaiika

Our guide Haruhi was very nice and told us a lot about specific characterics from Osaka. We tried Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki and Kushikatsu which was all very tasty. She also showed us some secret passages in Osaka and gave us tips where we could spend time Osaka on our next days. The only thing that I was missing was to try out some other foods that are maybe not too known too. But in overall we had a lot of fun!

7. Osaka Private 1 Day tour

Tennōji Station, 10-45 Hideninchō, Tennoji Ward, Osaka, 543-0055, Japan Osaka Private 1 day tour
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Available Osaka walking tour. I will guide you around the city and support your trip to make your trip a wonderful memory.There are many subways, trains, so it is very difficult for tourists to get around without confusion.This tour takes the stress and confusion on how to buy tickets and how to use the subway.I will be there assisting and helping you with transportation.It will be a smooth and comfortable trip even if you don't speak Japanese.Even if it's first time visit to Japan, I will be with you all day so don't worry.This tour does not include lunch time, but it is a private tour, so snacks and food can be bought at any time during the tour.I look forward to exploring Osaka together with you.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Transportation fee, Local guide, photography, Lunch

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Hotel pick-up, Tip

8. Osaka virtual tour

Osaka Castle, 1-1 Ōsakajō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan All Star Osaka Walk
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This is a virtual tour using Zoom, online conference system. This unique 1h tour brings you to one of the most unique and fun cities in Japan, Osaka. Two friendly hosts will make your experience more interactive. We use not only photos or videos but also handmade materials or actual goods from guides' living room, that makes you feel livelier. You can ask them anything about Japan, Osaka and other popular tourists spots by chat or by talk session after the tour. This tour will provide helpful hints for your future trip to Japan. PLEASE NOTE the tour time is Japan standard time. Make adjustment to your time when booking. We'll send you Zoom URL invitation and you can enter the room easily.

Inclusions: interactive communication, talk session , Licensed tour guide

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Reviewed By Cheryl S

We loved our Kyoto tour! Our guides Aki and Minako made it so special, the whole tour guide team even came on the call to sing Happy Birthday for my daughter. They also made a lovely personalised video for her birthday. The entire experience was so interesting and enjoyable. Definitely recommend!

9. Osaka Kuromon Market & Dotombori Street Walking Food Tour

Nippombashi Station, 1 Chome-5 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan Japan Wonder Travel
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4.9 based on 19 reviews

In Osaka, enjoy this 3-hour walking food tour in the Kuromon Market and Namba with a local guide. The Kuromon Market has supported the city's food culture for 200 years. Stroll along the waterfront of the Dotonbori entertainment district and sample local cuisine, including Yakitori, Oden, Minced Beef Cutlet, Sushi, Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki, Mixed Fruit Juice, and more. This tour is limited to a small group of 8 travelers.

Inclusions: Local and Professional guide, Lunch (Yakitori, Oden, Minced meat cutlet, Sushi, Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki, Mixed fruits Juice, Sample snacks

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation fee to meeting point, Additional Food and drinks

Reviewed By Robin G

We are so glad we booked with Japan Wonder Travel. We spent 2 weeks in Japan and used them in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. We used a different company in Kanazawa which had great reviews BUT the Japan Wonder Travel guides were a step above. We will only use them next time we come to Japan. Originally we were going to meet the guide in Kyoto before travelling to Osaka but we decided to meet in Osaka instead. Unfortunately there was a problem on the trains and we got delayed, so ended up being 45 mins late for the tour. Thank-god for WhatsApp so we could keep the guide up to date. Naomi was amazing, despite starting almost 1 hour late she somehow managed to get us to all the sites. The only time we felt rushed was trying to get to Umeda sky tower before sunset and expected rain. We managed to arrive just in time. The tour covers all the main sites in Osaka. Naomi also made sure we stopped at the best food stalls in the market to make sure we got best of each delicacy. We also had an amazing lunch making our own Okonomiyaki which was so much fun. Naomi has only recently got back to work after a long time off with a major health issue and it was awe inspiring to see her throwing herself back into work with so much enthusiasm. She is an amazing person and so much fun. She has a great sense of humour and we spent the day laughing and joking. Don't hesitate and book this tour and huge thanks to Naomi and Japan Wonder Travel.

10. Street Osaka GoKart Tour with Funny Costume Rental

3-chōme-3-9 Nipponbashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0005, Japan Akiba Kart Osaka
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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, Tsutenkaku Tower, and Osaka Station area. ***YOU NEED TO BRING AN VALID DRIVING LICENSE**** 1. You need an international driving license based on 1949 Genava Convention!! 2.ALL PLASTIC drivers license card is NOT allowed to drive in Japan. 3.All Paper-Book style drivers license without "1949" on the surface is NOT allowed to drive in Japan. 4.Drivers license for EU is NOT allowed in Japan. But the EU license ONLY BY Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Slovenia, or Monaco is allowed to drive in Japan WITH Japanese Translation by authorized organization and the passport.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Beverages, Go Kart rental, Costume rental, The insurance fee

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food

Reviewed By 177millic

Most unique and thrilling way to experience Osaka. Our tour guide was the best! Definitely recommend when you are in Japan

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