Unlock Osaka's Soul: Hidden Gems & Culinary Delights Walk

Hide gave us a wonderful overview of Osaka. We as Americans were joined by two Japanese who were unfamiliar with the town as well. Started at the Osaka train station for about a half an hour, which is beautiful and the elevated view of the city and explanation of the geography, history, population, demographics, and where this region fits into the country of Japan was wonderful. Experienced the subway, and several markets one more typical, one high-end, and one food walking street. Saw a couple of Shinto temples and a Buddhist temple and were given a basic overview of both religions and where they fit into Japanese society. Had some wonderful deep fried skewers in a cute little restaurant where we ate inside of VW van! Finished with his recommendation for a great restaurant, which did not disappoint us as well. Hide could not have been nicer. Getting there was a little tricky so leave some extra time when you try to get to Osaka station to find the start. We are very thankful for the great hospitality and experience that we had!

Harry-san gave us a great tour, beautiful city, local insights and no rush, a fabulous way to introduce to our first day in Japan

We had a good time with Rika. She gave us specific directions on where to meet. Do note that Osaka Station is busy and can be complicated as well. We had no issues with Tokyo or Kyoto. She was very sweet and showed us 3 main areas of Osaka… all of them a little different from the other. She had some funny stories to go along with our tour. I recommend this tour with her especially if you do not have much time in Osaka.

A great trip visiting various districts in Osaka with our guide. Various stops on the way to local retail locations made it very personal.

This was our first tour while visiting Japan and it was the perfect start. Yahiro taught us so much about history, culture and our surroundings! His goal was for us to love Osaka and he succeeded. He created lifetime memories for all of us!

It is not a food guide tour, but a very informative tour to step up your knowledge of Osaka in general. Not only.Kaori-san was gracious and informative, but well prepared for bad weather as well which we appreciated . We enjoyed her tour very much.

Great tour of Osaka. Our guide Hide was outstanding and a pleasure to be with. We had a great time and I would definitely recommend this tour.

Wonderful guide, saw many sites, great tour. Took me to points I knew nothing about. Ate in a van, unique experience

The tour was amazing. Kaori, our guide, was helpful, informative, and patient. The tour was well-planned and paced. Highly recommended.

Walking around a train station. Then you must oay for your own ticket to go to other side if town (Namba). Walking around market streets, stop for a snack- beef /pork /chicken/potato on a stick and a soft drink. More walking thru market streets. Then left to find own way back. 😪