Discover the real Osaka on your walking tour featured on Channel 5 UK's Jane McDonald in Japan. Explore famous landmarks and hidden local gems with passionate guides who bring the city's history and culture to life through stories, humor, and local insight.

Explore the vibrant city of Osaka on a full-day walking tour with our government-licensed, experienced English-speaking guides! From the beautiful Osaka castle, to Dotonbori District’s legendary Takoyaki, and the retro vibes of Shinsekai District with its famous giant blowfish lantern, Osaka’s many dynamic and vibrant sights will enthrall you. Hungry after all that exploring? The kitchen of Japan, Osaka, is more than happy to tempt you with its many savory local dishes. Book a tour with us in Osaka to find the best places to eat okonomiyaki! Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 2 to 3 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests. We welcome you to come and explore the unique culture of Osaka with us! Or as they say in the Osaka dialect, “Maido”!

Osaka is best seen on foot, and this route proves it! To beat the heat, we will hand you a refreshing cold matcha or mixed juice completely on us. You can book this tour right up to the last minute to explore Osaka's golden route. On the route: Osaka Castle – the grounds, the park, and the history behind the walls Shitennoji Temple – Japan's oldest Buddhist temple, still in daily use Shinsekai – retro streets under Tsutenkaku Tower, kushikatsu and a bit of grit Dotonbori – the canal, the neon, the street food everyone photographs Kuromon Market – locals call it Osaka's kitchen Your guide fills in what a map app can't: which gate to use, which stall is worth the wait, why the castle looks so different today. Groups stay small, no umbrella-following crowds. Good for： ・First-timers who'd rather ask a person than a screen. ・Perfect for last-minute bookings. ・Small Groups (8 pax max) We move by local subway and train (fares not included), your guide handles tickets and timing.

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.

While exploring Osaka, take your sightseeing outdoors: by bicycle. This small-group tour introduces visitors to popular attractions as well as local hangouts such as Nakazaki-cho and America Town. Your guide selects the safest route with as little traffic as possible—difficult to do on your own. Enjoy plenty of stops including Osaka Castle, Nakanoshima Park, Yasaka Shrine, Nipponbashi Denden Town, and Shitennoji.

We shall visit 5 Osaka's absolute must visit locations with an experienced English guide, with tasty Ramen for lunch. Let’s start the walking tour with us to find the real Osaka at a walking pace, from the perspective of a walker.