Osaka
Cruise stop-over: day trip to Osaka from Kobe port
Day Trips & Local Escapes • 8 hours
5.0
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Cruise stop-over: day trip to Osaka from Kobe port
Get picked up at Kobe port and explore Osaka on a private tour tailored to your schedule and wishes!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- With your local host leading the way and taking care of transport, travel to Sannomiya station from Kobe Port via a taxi, and to Osaka from Sannomiya station (Kobe) on public transport
- Explore Osaka and visit its most famous sites in just one day
- Discover what makes Osaka so unique, from its food culture to its unique sense of humor
- Feast on dishes like okonomiyaki, a savory pancake topped with whatever you like, that were created in Osaka
- Shop for souvenirs and uniquely Japanese gifts, from quirky sweets you can’t find outside of Japan to manga
- But more than just the top landmarks, your host will also reveal a few secret spots you can’t find in a guidebook!
- Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get back well on time… for your peace of mind….
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
100% private and personalized itinerary
8 hours with a host (including travel time) - this can be customized, just get in touch to let us know how long you will be docking for.
Taxi transfer from Kobe port to Sannomiya station
Walking experience once in the city center (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options, Additional cost will be appli
Walking experience once in the city center (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options, Additional cost will be appli
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs other than the ones included in the experience
Return tickets from Sannomiya to Osaka station (Covered by JR pass if you have one)
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
KOBE PORT TERMINAL - The host will be waiting in the arrival lobby.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Take the train to Osaka with your local host, and spend a day exploring! Osaka is famous for its obsession with food, so feast on takoyaki (fried octopus balls) as you explore the neon-lit entertainment districts which line the canals or with your local insider leading the way (and doing the ordering when there’s no English menu!), discover Hozenji Yokocho, a mysterious alleyway packed with ramshackle izakaya bars.
Soak up Osaka’s history with a visit to Osaka Castle or Sumiyoshi-taisha, one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, or dive into its kaleidoscopic modern culture and shop for quirky souvenirs in Shinsaibashi, the frenetic shopping district, or head up Tsūtenkaku Tower for panoramic city views from its famous observation deck.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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Late-Night Laughs in a Local Izakaya
From Station to Adventure
A Royal Encounter: Smiles and Stories at Osaka Castle
Roll With It – Sushi, Sake, and Great Company
Strike a Pose with Osaka’s Most Iconic Runner
Golden Hour in Dotonbori
Osaka from Above: Views, Vibes, and New Friends
City Streets & Serendipitous Meetups in Umeda
Sweet Stops and Smiles on Shinsaibashi Street
Hidden Kitchens of Osaka
Neon Nights and Nostalgia in Shinsekai
A Step Through History at Osaka’s Shrines
Kanpai to a Night Well Spent – Dinner the Local Way
Rolling into Osaka’s Sushi Scene – One Bite at a Time
Walking Through History at Osaka Castle
Wandering Osaka’s Backstreets
Hook It, Eat It – Dining the Zauo Way
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What travelers think of this experience
Lourdes
Dec 2024
This was an excellent tour in Osaka. It was a shore excursion since I arrived at Osaka port. The guide was on time and we got to return on time. Kalid was an excellent guide. He was very attentive and helpful. We felt very safe all the time. Took us lots of photos. He was very kind. I recommend this tour, the tour company and the guide Kalid. I give them 5 stars. Thank You Again.
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Gregory
Jun 2025
Our guide Ryan was American and very friendly had a lot of knowledge about Osaka and the area took us on subway.
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Skip
Jun 2025
I came with my teenage kids with varied interests and we had inclement weather. Maria did an EXCELLENT job of managing our itinerary to meet everyone’s needs while minimizing the weather impact. We had a wonderful trip and got out $’s worth!
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Vivien
Jun 2025
Ich hatte eine wunderschöne Zeit mit Maria. Sie hat sich schon vor der Tour gemeldet und Einzelheiten geklärt. Haben schöne Orte entdeckt und konnte super Fotos machen. Dazu hat sie noch spannende Fakten erzählt was das Erlebnis perfekt gemacht hat. I had a wonderful time with Maria. She contacted me before the tour and clarified all the details. We discovered beautiful places and were able to take great photos. She also shared some fascinating facts, which made the experience perfect.
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Vivien
Jun 2025
Ich habe die Tour kurzfristig gebucht da ich fasziniert war von den abendlichen Lichtern und Eindrücken Japans. Mein Tour Guide Fumiko hat mich an super Plätze geführt. Obwohl die Tour eher für das Nachtleben ausgelegt war hat sie sich Zeit genommen mir versteckte Orte und Gassen zu zeigen wo ich super Bilder machen kann und mir dazu noch viel Tips und Anregungen mitgegeben. Ich habe die Tour wirklich genossen und wunderschöne Plätze gesehen die ich selbst nicht gefunden hätte. I booked the tour at short notice because I was fascinated by the evening lights and impressions of Japan. My tour guide, Fumiko, took me to some amazing places. Although the tour was more focused on the nightlife, she took the time to show me hidden spots and alleys where I could take great photos and gave me lots of tips and suggestions. I really enjoyed the tour and saw beautiful places I wouldn't have found on my own.
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Emily
Jun 2025
I spent a lovely moring in Osaka checking out the vintage luxury purse scene with Fumiko, my guide. She helped me find shops that carried the items I was looking for, but more importantly was a great shopping buddy and translator as needed. This private tour was a great option for me when I wanted to go shopping and the rest of my group didn't. We did run into a problem that my tour started at 10am and most of the shops we wanted to look at didn't open until 11am. Fumiko tried to find the few places that opened early for us to start at, but I would advise starting shopping tours at 11am to avoid this issue.
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