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From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto
From zen to razzle-dazzle: day trip to Osaka from Kyoto

What you'll do

If you’re looking to switch up the peace and tranquility of lantern-lit Kyoto for neon-lit, animatronic-crab-adorned entertainment districts, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll take the bullet train from Kyoto Station to Osaka and explore this food-obsessed city with your host, a local insider.

Discover another side of Japan as you visit fast-paced entertainment districts like the canal-side neighborhood Dōtombori or neighboring Namba, both of which are located in the heart of Osaka. On the other side of the canal, check out Shinsaibashi, a shopping district that’s a mecca to modernity, then delve into sub-culture in Amerikamura, an area to the west that’s the heart of Osaka’s youth culture.  

Where you’ll go

Make the most of your short time in Osaka and get to know the city’s culture, discovering its wicked sense of humor - Osaka is famous for its comedy - and seeing where its food-obsessed reputation comes from. Whizz through the city and see top sights like Osaka Castle and get an overview - literally - from the rooftop garden of the Umeda Sky Building or Tsutenkaku, the city’s iconic tower.

Your host knows a local trick or two, like where the best kushikatsu - deep-fried, delicious street food that’s a local specialty - is to be found in the famous entertainment district Dōtombori, and you could even squeeze in a cruise along the canal. Throw in an exploration of Shinsaibashi, a shopping paradise, and you’ve got one jam-packed day in Osaka!

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, Bulgarian, Catalan, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Travel by bullet train to Osaka with your host, who’ll come in handy when it comes to deciphering the local sense of humor!
  • Discover Osaka’s top attractions and make the most of your one day in the city
  • Get recommendations on how to experience the incredible food culture full of street eats and Osakan dishes
  • Explore central Osaka neighborhoods like its famous entertainment districts
  • Discover another side of Japanese culture which is completely different from what you know in Kyoto!

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 8 hours with a host
  • Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs. NOTE: Transport will be covered if you have a Japan Rail Pass. If not, then please get in touch to arrange another option (at an additional cost).
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

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We’ll expertly match you to your best suited host based on your interests, personality and the experience vibe you’re after.

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