All Osaka Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

2024 Winner of Viator's 10th Best Experience in the Whole of Asia Award. Eat your way around Osaka on this tantalizing foodie tour, where your local guide will take you to a handful of hidden eateries that have been featured on the hit Netflix series "Somebody Feed Phil." Over the course of the tour, sample a variety of different dishes that range from gyoza to takoyaki to kitsune udon and more. You’ll also try two drinks, alcoholic and nonalcoholic, to give you a full picture of the food and drink culture of the area.

Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries

Embark on a vetted Osaka adventure that was showcased on Channel 5 British TV's "Jane McDonald in Japan." This tour is not your average experience—it's a genuine, quirky, and unfiltered snapshot of Osaka. All your insider guides to entertain you with personal stories, historical facts, and plenty of enthusiasm and humor. Whether you prefer a private and customized tour or a lively group tour with fellow explorers, the choice is yours.

The Dotonbori river with its massive neon billboards

Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour

3 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The ultimate way to explore Osaka! A Relaxing Cruise Along the Dotonbori River Hop on a 20-minute short cruise and enjoy iconic views of Osaka’s Minami area from the water—including the famous Glico sign. Unlike large tourist boats, this small-group cruise gives you a cozy, semi-private feel even if you're sharing the ride. Take in the vibrant cityscape of Dotonbori while relaxing on the river. It’s the perfect way to capture stunning photos and create unforgettable memories! Highlights ・Luxurious lounge-style seats for a VIP feel, unlike the typical large sightseeing boats ・Bring your own drinks! Enjoy the cruise your way ・See central Osaka and the Dotonbori River from a unique perspective—don’t miss the dazzling Glico sign and neon-lit streets from the water ・Insta-worthy views guaranteed! A great memory-making experience—pets welcome, too!

Luxurious lounge-style seats for a VIP feel, unlike the typical large sightseeing boats
Bring your own drinks! Enjoy the cruise your way
See central Osaka and the Dotonbori River from a unique pers

Osaka Dotonbori River Cruise with Glico Sign & Neon Lights View

Osaka Sumo Experience with Live Show and Audience Challenge

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Kyoto Day Tour: Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji & Kiyomizu

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Last-Minute Osaka 5-Highlights Tour: Castle, Markets & Dotonbori

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the best of Osaka on this immersive walking tour that blends iconic landmarks, local neighborhoods, and hidden backstreets—perfect for first-time visitors and returning travelers alike. This tour is designed as the ideal introduction to Osaka, taking you through the city’s most famous districts such as Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, and Kuromon Market, while also revealing lesser-known alleys, cultural stories, and local perspectives you wouldn’t find on your own. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore Osaka’s vibrant food culture, pop culture, shopping streets, and retro neighborhoods, all while learning about the city’s history, humor, and everyday life. Why Travelers Love This ✔ Perfect for first-time visitors who want an overview of Osaka ✔ Includes both must-see attractions and hidden gems ✔ Small-group experience with a local English-speaking guide ✔ Great balance of culture, food, shopping, and history ✔ Flexible pacing depending on group size and interests

Osaka Highlights Walking Tour: Castle, Dotonbori & Hidden Gems

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Make the most of your time in Japan with a hassle-free trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima from the city. Leave the planning of your day trip and the details to the experts. In addition to a guide, ferry tickets, and entrance fees, your package includes a traditional lunch and the option to include a multilingual audio guide on the bus for added convenience. Upgrade to include round-trip bullet train tickets from various cities or join directly in Hiroshima.

Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour From Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka

Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour From Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Osaka Backstreet Nightlife & Street Food Walking Tour

Go beyond the guidebooks with a group tour of Osaka Castle that includes admission. Avoid waiting in line to buy tickets and make the most of your sightseeing with skip-the-line entry. Learn about the castle's history and architectural details from your guide, adding crucial context to what you see. Note that the tour involves moderate walking and requires guests to refrain from alcohol consumption for safety.

Osaka Castle Walking Tour and Castle Tower Admission

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Enjoy a comfortable and convenient private transfer from the KIX airport to your accommodation in Osaka or Kyoto. Relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and get assistance with your luggage. • Your Time is Secure: We start your 60 mins free waiting time as per your selected time slot. • Choose Your Direction: Select a pickup from KIX to Osaka or Kyoto, or Osaka or Kyoto to KIX. • Transparent Coverage: Service to Osaka or Kyoto city center is included. For other zones outside the city center, a small extra fee applies.

Kansai KIX Airport: Private Transfer to/from Osaka or Kyoto

46 minutesFree Cancellation

Osaka, known as “Japan’s Kitchen,” is famous for its street food and regional dishes. Sample many of these local specialties in one evening on this authentic food tour in the often overlooked area of Shinsekai. You’ll get to try 15 dishes at 5 different establishments, with three drinks included. Weave through arcades and side alleys filled with locals as you visit these different restaurants.

Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour : 15 Tastings, 4 Drinks, 2 Desserts

Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour : 15 Tastings, 4 Drinks, 2 Desserts

Create your own Japanese chopsticks in the heart of Osaka! This relaxing, hands-on experience lets you discover Japanese craftsmanship while creating a unique souvenir to take home. Your booking includes our Standard Wood option, and you can customize your chopsticks on-site for an additional fee. Choose your favorite wood, add a wooden gift box, or explore other options to make your chopsticks truly your own. With friendly English-speaking instructors and no experience required, it’s an easy and memorable way to experience Japanese culture just 5 minutes from Shinsaibashi Station.

Chopstick Making Osaka: Customize Your Chopsticks

1 hourFree Cancellation

Nara Private Tour Flexible Pickup from Kyoto Osaka or Nara

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Shore excursion: Private Full Day Kyoto Tour From Osaka/Kobe Port

6 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Osaka Namba Food Tour: Small-Group with Flexible Ordering

※Available only to Temporary Visitors to Japan. One pass to explore the best of Kansai, covering top attractions and convenient transportation all in one! Easy access via the dedicated Travel Contents app: Redeem and use your digital pass directly through the app, no physical tickets required. Note: Once the ticket is activated, it cannot be canceled, and redeemed items cannot be changed. It’s recommended to redeem before departure. Note: Some items may not be available for selection if their booking period has not yet opened. Please read each item’s notice carefully. CR26-2327 HARRY POTTER and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling. MINIONS TM & © 2026 Universal Studios. JAWS TM & © 2026 Universal Studios Jurassic Park - The Ride TM & © Universal Studios and Amblin Entertainment, Inc. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

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Have Fun in Kansai Premium Pass Universal Studios Japan

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1 to 7 daysFree Cancellation

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Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

Embark on a journey through time in Kyoto, Nara and Uji, where tradition blends harmoniously with modernity. In Nara Park, encounter the free-roaming deer that charmingly bow to you in hopes of a treat and visit the impressive Todai-ji Temple. Explore the magnificent torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto and discover the city of Uji, renowned for its green tea production. Stroll along the cobblestone path of Byodo-in Omotesando, a paradise for matcha green tea lovers. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Byodo-in Temple, which features its Phoenix Hall built in 1053-highlighted on the obverse side of the 10 yen coin. Depart from Osaka or Kyoto, experience a magical fusion of nature and history with our friendly and professional guide.

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Osaka Local Izakaya Hopping: Food, Drinks & Nightlife

1. Powerful and Emotional Sumo Entertainment-Experience the overwhelming impact of a live sumo performance at THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA, strength, passion, and excitement come together in an unforgettable show. 2. Immerse Yourself in Sumo Culture-Discover the deep cultural heritage of sumo, a traditional Japanese sport with over 1,500 years of history, and gain insight into its rituals, values, and enduring significance. 3. Enjoy a Traditional Makunouchi Bento-Enhance your experience by savoring a colorful makunouchi bento, a classic Japanese meal that represents the richness and balance of Japan’s traditional food culture. 4. Commemorative Photos with Former Sumo Wrestlers-Take memorable photos with former sumo wrestlers and enjoy a rare opportunity to interact with these iconic athletes. 5. Exclusive Chance to Step into the Sumo Ring-Guests selected by lottery can step into the sumo ring and interact directly with the wrestlers, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA Admission Ticket With Bento Option

Some of Osaka’s best nights begin behind a door you might never open alone. After dark, Namba is full of tiny izakayas and standing bars with just a few seats and little English. These are not places built for tour groups, which is exactly why they feel personal. Your local guide helps you order, explains the drinks and brings you into the conversation. Visit three or four bars, starting with two included drinks at the first stop. Choose sake, a highball, a Japanese sour or whatever suits the night. After that, order only what you want at local prices, from regional sake and craft beer to each bar’s specialty. With no more than eight guests, the group can enter small bars that large pub crawls cannot. A great fit for travelers who want • A genuine night out • Small local bars that are hard to enter alone • New drinks explained by a local guide • A closer look at Osaka nightlife Budget about ¥2,500 in cash for additional drinks. Same-day bookings are welcome.

Osaka Namba Bar Hopping: Hidden Izakayas & Local Prices

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Tea Ceremony Experience in Osaka Doutonbori

45 minutesFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Osaka

Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour

Johnny_G, Oct 2026

This tour is a great way to start your time in Osaka.

I have taken tours all over the world. I couldn’t ask for a better guide than Marii. She went above and beyond to make sure that we enjoyed her tour and enjoyed Osaka the rest of our time here. She taught us to use the trains. She shared a lot of Osaka history as we were viewing the sites. At the end of the excellent tour she shared a lot of Osaka recommendations and gave us her email in case we had questions. She speaks English, Ukrainian, Polish, Russian, and of course Japanese.

Osaka Sumo Experience with Live Show and Audience Challenge

Samantha_B, Oct 2026

Highlight of my whole trip

Absolutely incredible, the highlight of my entire trip to Japan. Love being able to hear about the history of sumo, learning some of the techniques, watching our wrestlers demonstrate them. Wresters Ryuu and Kai had a combined over 40 years of experience in the sport and we're welcoming and fun. Participating was the coolest too! We did a warm-up and practice some of the moves they demonstrated earlier, which gave even more depth of understanding of the skill and athleticism of the sport. Being able to get hands on was the chance of a lifetime - cannot recommend this experience enough!

Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available

Daniel_T, Sep 2026

A great morning!

We really enjoyed our early morning tour around Nara. Starting early was a great idea as it was much quieter and we could enjoy the temples, scenery and deer without the crowds. Our guide, Toshiki Kobayashi, was really welcoming and made the morning very enjoyable. He knew a lot about Nara and its history, but explained things in a relaxed and interesting way. He was also happy to answer our questions and gave us some good tips along the way. Overall, it was a really enjoyable way to see Nara and learn a bit more about the area. We’re very glad we did the tour and would definitely recommend it to others visiting Nara. Thanks Toshiki for a great morning!

Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries

Graham_J, Sep 2026

We had a great time and...

We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the experience on this food tour. Shaun was a fun guide and kept things moving along nicely. Great punch of people we met in a small group. Very interesting food that we probably would never have thought to try ourselves.

Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour : 15 Tastings, 4 Drinks, 2 Desserts

Brandon_G, Sep 2026

Exceptional Food Tour Experience with Davin

We wife and I had our food tour with Davin and he was absolutely fantastic! He shared so much information with us about food and Japanese culture. I would highly recommend booking this tour as you will not be disappointed. Come ready to learn and eat.

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

tanialatorre2011, Sep 2026

Awsome.

;It was a very special experience. Our tour guide was extremely attentive and made sure we were able to join the group smoothly, even though we were unable to start the tour with everyone else. The tour included all the necessary elements to make it a well-organized and enjoyable experience. We truly appreciated the guide’s attention and support throughout the tour. Tania Latorre Dallas Tx. 9/23/26

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

Brenda_O, Sep 2026

A great tour hosted by a great guide!

We had a wonderful day exploring Kyoto with Lee! His deep knowledge of the city’s history and culture, combined with his patience, flexibility, and great sense of humor, made the tour both informative and fun. Lee shared fascinating stories and facts at each stop, showed us beautiful places we might not have discovered on our own, and thoughtfully kept the pace relaxed and comfortable. The small memento he gave each guest was a lovely surprise and a special finishing touch. We highly recommend Lee and this tour to anyone visiting Kyoto!

Osaka Street Food Tour: 18 Foods & 3 Drinks at 4 Eateries

Gretchen_S, Sep 2026

Fun Night Experiencing Osaka Food Scene

Sal was full of enthusiasm and provided great information about the food, culture, and history of the area we did our food tour. So much food and drink! Excellent way to begin our travels in Japan. Really fun to meet others on the tour from all parts of the world too!

Osaka Backstreet Nightlife & Street Food Walking Tour

Erin_M, Sep 2026

Great Guide and a Great Food Tour

This was such an incredible Food and Culture Tour. Our tour guide, Yukina, was so friendly. She made our whole group feel like we were all friends right from the start. We ate well, we drank well, we laughed and we learned a lot about the food culture of Osaka. 10/10 this was so much fun!

Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation

Jeffrey_B, Sep 2026

Great Kyoto Private Tour

We really enjoyed this private tour of Kyoto bridges, temples, shrines, and the Bamboo Forest. Christine was our guide and she was very knowledgeable and spoke excellent English. We really liked the flexibility of the tour and Christine’s ability to tailor it to eight hours and get us back to the ship in time for dinner. We had a private Toyota van with a driver that was punctual at every stop to pick us up.

Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour From Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka

Ronald_C, Sep 2026

Worthwhile day trip

What a great, well-organized, and full day. Meeting at Shin-Osaka station in the morning was easy. The day basically included visit to 1) the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and 2) Miyajima Island. The Museum was a powerful experience. For Miyajima Island, there was enough time to walk around, take lots of pictures of the Great Torii from the sea, but not enough time to take the cable car. Lunch was OK. I don't know if different counters (which may be different owners) provided different experiences. At my counter, the Okonomiyaki had only one small piece of meat (that seems less than usual), and the soft drink was a partial glass. When we asked for more soft drink (it was a very hot day), we were told that would be 300 yen. That seems excessive. I wish the tour company would control the lunch quality better.

Kyoto Day Tour: Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji & Kiyomizu

Emily_G, Jun 2026

Our guide was in English,...

Our guide was in English, however, for a majority of the tour, she spoke in her native language and it would translate into English onto your phone. This is a great tool, the information was a little misleading and reading on a phone while on a moving bus can sometimes make people sick. Relaying this information prior to booking would have been helpful.