Hidden Gems
5 (99)

Discover bohemian Nakazakicho

3 hours English
5 (99)
100% Personalized

Vine-draped alleyways, community spaces, off-the-wall concept stores and cat cafes.

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Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

7-Eleven; Osaka Nakazakicho - The host will be waiting in front of the convenience store.

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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.

What’s Included:

A private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Explore Osaka’s hippest neighborhood with insider guidance from your local host.
  • Immerse yourself in Nakazakicho’s art scene and shop at its trendy boutique stores.
  • Explore historic buildings that have been transformed into community spaces and art hubs.
  • Dine and drink at quirky bars and themed cafes, and chat with friendly locals.
  • Get insightful tips from your host regarding other off-beat neighborhoods in Osaka.

What travelers think of our Osaka experiences

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Gregory 1 October 2025

Best way to get to know a city. Personal perspectives of a local on culture, history and the hidden parts on the town made us feel that we got to know Osaka.

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Gregory 1 October 2025

Punctual, informative, and friendly. Good English and knowledge of the hidden backstreets of Osaka. An enjoyable experience.

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Melanie 1 October 2025

We had a good walking tour with Ryan. He is knowledgeable about the history and culture of Japan and is a good story teller.

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Jackalyn 1 July 2024

Fumico showed me around some off beat areas & was very helpful in finding what I wanted to buy

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Maria Annaliza 1 October 2024

Nisa personalised the day to suit our family, and shared some great insights about the attractions as we visited different areas.

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Annie 1 September 2019

A 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.

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What you’ll do

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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