
Vine-draped alleyways, community spaces, off-the-wall concept stores and cat cafes.
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
Fancy a traditional tea ceremony? Or perhaps you’d prefer bar hopping between tachinomiya, standing pubs where sake and craft beer go hand in hand with friendly conversation? Nakazakicho might seem cliquey, but it has something for everyone.
Even if you’re the furthest thing from a hipster, you’ll appreciate the culture and historicity of this densely-packed ‘hood, home to some of Osaka’s top hangouts, like Club Noon - it’s a trendy cafe by day. Still, after nightfall, it mutates into a unique party experience, with vibrations from the JR Kyoto train line above adding to the crazy atmosphere.
Your host will also ensure you don’t miss the secret gems, like hidden vintage stores and art galleries. The longer you look, the more you see.
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Fumico showed me around some off beat areas & was very helpful in finding what I wanted to buy
Show moreNisa personalised the day to suit our family, and shared some great insights about the attractions as we visited different areas.
Show moreA thoroughly enjoyable evening with Haruhi, our guide. We were met in out hotel & travelled to Osaka Station, then walked from there to the Nakazaki area. It was a fun evening, discovering a totally different side of the city. We went in to a few shops that you wouldn’t have known were there. We would have liked to have stopped for a drink or a bite to eat to experience the area a little more. We did meet the owner of a Hippie Shop while buying earrings, & that was great. We wandered back towards Osaka Station, back to the neon & busy area & enjoyed pon-de-queijo at Mariposa, a little van.
Show moreI had such a wonderful time exploring Osaka with Fumiko! From the beginning, she was warm, friendly, and incredibly thoughtful in planning a tour that matched exactly what I was looking for. She guided me through charming neighborhoods, local markets, and hidden gems that I never would have discovered on my own. Her deep knowledge of the city, culture, and everyday life in Osaka added so much meaning to everything we saw. I especially appreciated how flexible the tour was—we could take our time and truly enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. At the Osaka Castle, Fumiko shared interesting insights that made the visit more meaningful. I felt like I experienced the real spirit of Osaka.
Show moreFumiko was friendly,, informative and extraordinarily patient; A lovely person.
Show moreReally enjoyed the tour. Mayu did a great job creating a tour that fit our interests and made everything personable. We got a taste of Osaka from a true local point of view.
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