Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
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Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge

What you’ll do

You’ll join your host to learn Japanese, and wait, no, just kidding! You’ll join them to get comfortable in Japan’s friendliest city and pick up the essential tips and tricks you’ll need for the rest of your trip. Think of it as a crash course for everything in Osaka - from discovering the unique local dialect known as Osaka-ben to the local food scene.

Get recommendations on some of Osaka’s most famous street foods, like okonomiyaki, a savory pancake, or kushikatsu, deep-fried skewers of just about anything! Ask your local insider any questions you have, perhaps over a beer in a tiny izakaya bar in Hozenji Yokocho, a historic alleyway that’s right next to the bright lights of Dōtonbori Street but feels like stepping back in time. 

  • Private experience, tailored to you

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish)

  • Starbucks Coffee - The host will be waiting in front of Starbucks Coffee.

Experience outline

  • Get familiar with the best ways to navigate Osaka and how to use its transport systems - easier said than done if you don’t speak Japanese!
  • See a few famous attractions in the city, and benefit from local knowledge and insights so you can discover the hidden gems and secret spots too
  • Get tips from your host regarding things to do during your stay
  • Ask any questions you have about exploring Osaka, its cultural practices or where to eat
  • Kickstart your trip armed with local knowledge, and you’ll be exploring like a pro in no time

Things to know

What’s included

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

Meeting point

Starbucks Coffee - The host will be waiting in front of Starbucks Coffee.

What’s not included

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

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 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.

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Reviews

    Maria was an excellent guide. She was flexible to our needs and patient to show us around the city. We sped through the castle and found some interesting, local areas that were more interesting and she could inform us on Japanese culture. We highly recommend her.

    April 2024

    Adam W

    Antoine was very relaxed and friendly and took us to some great areas of Osaka such as the old alleyways, the market, shrines and river. As we only had one day in Osaka, it was invaluable to have a guide and Antoine was very knowledgeable about Osaka and its history. Highly recommend

    April 2024

    Anne P

    Osaka was our 5th and last stop of our Japan trip. We wanted to see some of the off the beaten path sights. Maria designed a really fun sightseeing tour for us. We would definitely recommend.

    April 2024

    Julie R

    Antoine was an excellent guide

    April 2024

    Paul M

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