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Handmade Miso Workshop Making Rice Ball and Miso SoupPrivate Tour
Experience2 hr 30 min

Handmade Miso Workshop Making Rice Ball and Miso Soup

You’ll learn how to make traditional Japanese miso. You’ll make 1 kg of miso yourself and take it home. After letting it mature at home for 3 to 5 months, it will be ready to eat. After the miso-making experience, you’ll taste five different types of miso. Then, you’ll make and enjoy miso soup and rice balls.

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Kobe Private Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto: Kitano and ChinatownPrivate Tour
Experience10 hrs

Kobe Private Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto: Kitano and Chinatown

Experience Kobe on a private 10-hour day tour with convenient pickup from Osaka or Kyoto. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle and explore the city’s mix of modern architecture, historic neighborhoods, shrines, food districts, and waterfront scenery without navigating public transportation. The default route is: Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art → Kitano Ijinkan-gai → Ikuta Shrine → Nankinmachi Chinatown → Meriken Park → Kobe Harborland → Venus Bridge. Contact us at least 24 hours before departure if you would like to adjust the route. For up-to-6 and up-to-9 options, an English-speaking driver-guide provides driving, route communication, simple sightseeing suggestions, and basic local assistance. The driver-guide is not a licensed professional guide. Larger-vehicle options provide vehicle and driver only; guide service and an English-speaking driver are not guaranteed. Admission tickets, meals, and personal expenses are not included.

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Osaka Cultural History Expo 70 and Football Private Guided TourPrivate Tour
Experience8 hrs

Osaka Cultural History Expo 70 and Football Private Guided Tour

This tour sets itself apart from typical Osaka sightseeing routes. It explores five distinct themes in one day: traditional Japanese life, Expo '70, the Tower of the Sun, Osaka's football culture, and Osaka Castle. At the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Houses, you'll see traditional houses from across Japan, learning about rural life, architecture, and ancient wisdom. At Expo '70 Memorial Park, you'll explore the legacy of Japan's first World Expo and its vision for the future in 1970. The Tower of the Sun adds a powerful artistic symbol to this story. At Panasonic Stadium Suita, you can know Osaka's football and event culture. Finally, the tour returns to Osaka's historical landscape at Osaka Castle, where you'll learn about the story behind the Expo '70 time capsule. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to experience a new side of Osaka beyond the usual central Osaka sights.

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Premium Electric Pottery Wheel ExperiencePrivate Tour
Experience4 hrs

Premium Electric Pottery Wheel Experience

Wear a traditional Japanese outfit called a jinbei and enjoy an immersive pottery experience inspired by Japanese culture. This is a special opportunity to learn directly from an experienced, award-winning instructor in a relaxed and welcoming environment. In this course, you will experience the full pottery process—from kneading the clay, shaping your piece on an electric pottery wheel, and trimming it, to applying glaze to a bisque-fired piece. (The pieces used for trimming and glazing will be prepared in advance.) Even complete beginners are welcome. With careful guidance, you can relax, enjoy the creative process, and experience the satisfaction of crafting pottery like a true artisan. Step away from everyday life and enjoy a memorable hands-on cultural experience.

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Private Transfer Osaka to Fukui, Gifu and NaganoPrivate Tour
Experience3 hrs

Private Transfer Osaka to Fukui, Gifu and Nagano

✨ Choose your vehicle type: Alphard/Hiace/Coaster, flexible seating for 1-18 people. ✨ Excellent service | Patient, dedicated service, assistance with moving luggage. ✨ Comfortable and spacious seating, plus charging facilities on board! The driver was very smooth; I fell asleep as soon as I got in. ✨ Private Space | No Carpooling, Direct Ride.

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Osaka Port Cruise Terminal Private Transfer to or from KIXPrivate Tour
Experience1 hr

Osaka Port Cruise Terminal Private Transfer to or from KIX

Stress-free transfers between Osaka Port Cruise Terminal and Kansai International Airport(KIX). Avoid taxi queues and metro hassles with heavy luggage. Professional drivers ensure a smooth ride for business or family, whether arriving or departing. Why Choose Us? √ 100 Percent Meet & Greet: Driver meets you with a name sign at Osaka Port Cruise Terminal exit or KIX arrival hall. √ Peace of Mind: All trip details confirmed 24 hours prior via WhatsApp/Email/Message. Our Premium Fleet: Spacious, clean vehicles tailored to your group: 7-Seater (Alphard): Max 4 pax + 5-6 standard luggage, or 6 pax with moderate luggage. 10-Seater (Hiace): Max 7 pax + 7-8 standard luggage. Note: Standard luggage = 24-inch suitcase. Child seats extra (request in advance).

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Underground Idol in Osaka – Experience Japan’s Hidden Pop CulturePrivate Tour
Experience3 hrs

Underground Idol in Osaka – Experience Japan’s Hidden Pop Culture

Underground Idol Night in Osaka – Experience Japan’s Hidden Pop Culture On this tour, we will support the live idol group Yoko Ryōran (妖狐繚乱) and enjoy the atmosphere of a Japanese idol performance. Let’s cheer and get so excited like local fans! What is a “Live Idol / Underground Idol”? “Underground idols” (also called live idols or indie idols) focus mainly on live shows rather than TV or mainstream media. They usually perform in small venues and interact closely with fans through activities such as photo sessions (cheki). Many groups are independent or self-produced promoting themselves through social media and grassroots fan communities. One of the biggest attractions is the close connection between the idols and their fans. This is a rare chance to experience authentic Japanese pop culture like locals do. If you are curious about Japan’s underground entertainment scene, this event is perfect for you. Join us for a night full of energy, music, and unforgettable memories in Japan!

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Explore Hidden Osaka Local Culture Loop Line Walking TourPrivate Tour
Experience4 hr 30 min

Explore Hidden Osaka Local Culture Loop Line Walking Tour

Private walking tour in Osaka to discover hidden local culture beyond the famous sights. Explore five contrasting areas with a local guide and experience Osaka like a local. Start in Tennoji, where temples, parks and the modern skyline meet. Continue through Tsuruhashi and its Korean heritage, then follow quieter streets and waterways toward Sakuranomiya. In Umeda, see the contrast between traditional neighborhoods and modern Osaka. Finish in Taisho, a waterfront district rarely included in standard tours. Your guide shares local history, everyday life, architecture and stories that are easy to miss on your own. Enjoy a matcha and dango set, then end at Tagboat Taisho with a sushi dinner featuring 12 pieces of sushi, a Japanese beef sushi, uni & ikura chawanmushi, a deep fried dish and a drink. This is not a checklist of famous landmarks. It is a private, immersive journey through the many faces of Osaka for travelers who want to explore beyond the usual tourist route.

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Osaka Everyday Life and Local Culture WalkNew On Viator
Experience1 hr 30 min

Osaka Everyday Life and Local Culture Walk

Explore the heart of Osaka's Umeda area, where vibrant city life blends with rich cultural traditions. This unique walking tour takes you through bustling retro drinking streets, famous department stores, and the revitalized Grand Green Osaka district. Discover how locals navigate Japan's extensive railway system, indulge in the city's renowned food culture, and experience the transformation of urban spaces. A local guide will share invaluable insights into everyday life, making this an enriching experience for travelers seeking a deeper connection with Osaka. - Discover authentic local life in Osaka beyond tourist hotspots - Learn about Osaka's extensive railway network and its significance - Explore retro drinking streets and indulge in local food culture - Visit a famous department store food hall and the modern Umekita district

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The XR RIDE - The Magic Words 'OSAKA-BEN' Bus Tour-Likely To Sell Out
Experience1 hr

The XR RIDE - The Magic Words 'OSAKA-BEN' Bus Tour-

「The XR RIDE - The Magic Words 'OSAKA-BEN' Bus Tour-」 A new type of entertainment bus show created by OUGI in Osaka in the summer of 2025. You can board a bus equipped with cutting-edge XR (VR/AR) technology and enjoy an AI-guided Osaka sightseeing show while visiting multiple tourist spots in Osaka. The guide show with interactive AI guides who like to interact will create a different experience every time you participate!

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Awaji Loved by Fragrance Scented 1 Day Bus Tour from OsakaNew On Viator
Experience10 hrs

Awaji Loved by Fragrance Scented 1 Day Bus Tour from Osaka

This delightful bus tour offers the perfect blend of nature, culture, and shopping, taking you from the vibrant flower fields of Awaji Hanasajiki Park and PARCHEZ, to the inspiring Awaji Earth Museum, before wrapping up with coastal shopping at Mitsui Outlet Park Marine Pia Kobe. This tour is conducted by an English-speaking guide only.

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Mt. Fuji & Hakone Full Circle Helicopter Tour (120Mins-5pax)Private Tour
Experience2 hrs

Mt. Fuji & Hakone Full Circle Helicopter Tour (120Mins-5pax)

[120minutes 5pax] It is a super luxurious plan that starts from Tokyo and turns around Mt. Fuji. Fly along the coast of the Tokaido such as Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba, Minatomirai, and Enoshima, tour the sky above Hakone and Lake Ashi, and go around the magnificent Mt. Fuji. Enjoy a luxurious flight where you can enjoy the city center, the sea, and the mountains all at once.

5.0(3 reviews)Free cancellation

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