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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews

Osaka: Sumo Experience & Audience Challenge

Experience the power and tradition of sumo wrestling in Osaka. Watch a live show with retired wrestlers, learn about the sport's history, and even step into the ring yourself.

4.7 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviews

Osaka Dotonbori River Cruise with Walking Tour

Enjoy a Dotonbori River Cruise, discover Osaka local street food in Japan’s culinary capital, and learn about the city’s history along with the basics of Shintoism and Buddhism as you explore.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 2301 reviews

Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl

Top rated local foodie bar hopping tour in Japan! #1 food tour in Osaka on Airbnb 2023/2024/2025.Dive into deep local spot! Let's get away from TOURIST TRAPS Dotonbori Namba Shinsekai area!

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 724 reviews

Taste 15 Osaka dishes & 3 drinks with expert local

Explore five unique, local spots for a taste of 15 tantalizing, authentic Osakan dishes & 3 drinks. (Yes all the food and drinks are included in the price. An absolute bargain!)

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1213 reviews

Wagyu Steak & Sashimi with Japanese Sake Pairing

Enjoy a unique Teppanyaki dining experience with fresh sashimi, wagyu beef, and sake pairing in Osaka. The owner chef presents an authentic and refined cuisine. Let's deepen our knowledge of sake!!

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 687 reviews

Experience making ramen in a private kitchen in Osaka!

This is a chef experience where you can make ramen in a private kitchen. Children are also welcome.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 294 reviews

Osaka mountain hike and trout fishing

We climb a popular mountain in Osaka You won't follow the typical routes. I guide you through an adventurous course known only to locals. We also go fishing for rainbow trout and enjoy them for lunch

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 913 reviews

Hidden Osaka Red Light Tour & Culinary Adventure

The only in-depth tour of the Hidden Red Light District of Osaka with authorized tour guides, as well as retro theme parks of Shinsekai, followed with a local dish (skewers!) ※Small Groups of 8 People

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Handcraft Your Own Japanese Chopsticks in Osaka

Traditional Chopstick Making with a Local Artisan in Osaka. Guided by an English-speaking instructor, carve and finish your own unique set. A perfect, practical souvenir and cultural experience!

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Traditional Japanese Dyeing & Printing Workshop

Join a hands-on nassen stencil dyeing experience at a historic Osaka workshop, choosing from hundreds of traditional and modern stencils hand-cut by the artisan’s father decades ago.

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Osaka Highlights:Tour with a Local Guide

Explore Osaka’s must-see spots and hidden gems with a host born and raised in Osaka, and get a glimpse into the everyday life, culture, and spirit of the people who call Osaka home.

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Katsuo-ji, Arashiyama & Kinkaku-ji from Kyoto

Explore Kyoto’s highlights: Katsuo-ji’s Daruma dolls, Kimono Forest, Togetsukyo Bridge’s scenic views, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Nonomiya Shrine, and the iconic Golden Pavilion.

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Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Byōdō-in from Kyoto

Explore Kyoto’s UNESCO and historic highlights: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, Ninenzaka, Yasaka Koshin-do, Uji River, Byodo-in Temple, and Uji Shrine.

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Nijo Castle, Arashiyama & Kinkaku-ji from Kyoto

Experience Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari. Expert guidance and transport included. Ideal for first-timers seeking an authentic introduction to iconic landmarks.

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Amanohashidate, Ine Funaya & Ine Bay from Kyoto

Explore Ine’s unique Funaya boat houses with a bay cruise, then visit Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s Three Most Scenic Views, for its iconic "upside-down" landscape and Chionji Temple.

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The Hidden Code of Osaka Castle & Palmistry

Explore Osaka Castle through a hidden story in red: Sanada Yukimura's crimson armor, sacred torii, and Japan's ancient charm culture. Finish with a private palm reading from your guide.

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Savor rooftop Wagyu BBQ in Umeda with drinks

Savor a rooftop Wagyu BBQ with unlimited drinks in Osaka’s Umeda, enjoying premium meats, seasonal delicacies, and fresh seafood in a luxurious setting.

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Central wholesale market experience with a sushi chef & sushi lunch

Tour the Kyoto Central Wholesale Market with a sushi chef. Buy the fish you want to eat and enjoy a private lunch while watching the sushi chef prepare and cook. ※ Limited to one group per day. We may not be able to accept reservations, so please contact us as soon as possible. Tours cannot be held on Wednesdays or Sundays as the market is closed.

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Osaka Untold: Temples, Samurai & Retro Shinsekai

Travel through 1,400 years of Osaka with Michael’s local guide team, from ancient temples and samurai history to hidden beliefs, historic battlefields, retro Shinsekai and iconic Tsutenkaku.

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Osaka: Japanese Gold Repair Kintsugi Workshop

Discover Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese art rooted in the samurai era. Repair pottery with gold in this 1 hour class and take your unique creation home the same day.

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