Osaka Walking Tour
5
Osaka Walking Tour
By All Star Osaka Walk
About
On this walking tour, visit Osaka’s highlights without having to worry about navigation or language hassles. You’ll have an English-speaking guide to translate menus, lead you on the subway, and provide fascinating local insights you wouldn’t hear if traveling alone. See historical sites, the business center, and the Dotonbori entertainment district, and get a taste of Osaka comfort food.
from per adult
$79.03
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-85, max of 10 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: Japanese, English
More
Highlights
- Get a local’s perspective on Osaka’s culture and top sights to visit
- Ideal tour for first-time visitors to see highlights like Dotonburi
- No language hassles: Your guide will order food and navigate the subway
- Food tasting (kushikatsu) and one soft drink included
- Beverages (1 non-alcoholic drink)
- Food tasting (Kushikatsu)
- Local guide
- Entry/Admission - All Star Osaka Walk
What's not included- Subway fee (Adult and Youth 430yen; Child 220yen)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Insurance
- Your walking tour of Japan’s third largest city, begins by meeting your guide at a designated spot near Osaka Station. You’ll see the modern architecture of the area, and then continue to browse the colorful depachika (food market) in Umeda. You’ll have no worries about navigation, as your guide will teach you how to ride the subway, and take you to Shinsekai district (an old area of Osaka). You’ll learn about its history and then try kushikatsu (deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables), a local comfort food. The final stop on your trip is Dotonbori (Namba area), the entertainment district known for its bright lights, central canal, eateries, theaters, and shops. You’ll visit Hozenji Temple and learn about the area's attractions before the tour concludes here.
- Start:
- Tourist information Osaka, Japan, 530-0001 Osaka, Kita Ward, Umeda, 3-chōme11 JR大阪駅中央コンコースImportant: Its located on the first (ground) floor and in front of the Central Gate of JR Osaka Station. (Not Shin Osaka station) Follow the "? Information" direction on signs boards. Look for a guide with a yellow tour flag.
End:- Ebisubashi Bridge, 1 Chome-6 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, JapanTour ends on the bridge of the Ebisu-bashi bridge.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 22288P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Most travellers can participate
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- The tour takes place rain or shine
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
- Tours are not covered by insurance
- You can see the meeting point on the map on the supplier's website.
- Meet in front of Tourist Information Osaka (ground level, in front of the central gate of JR Osaka station at 9:50 am on tour day. Tour will start at exactly 10am.
- The tour guide will hold an All Star Osaka yellow flag.
- We use subway twice. 410yen for adult, 210yen for child is needed.
- We use escalators and some steps on the tour. Please mind baby with stroller.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Which attractions will I visit with Osaka Walking Tour?
- During this experience, places you will visit include:Discover and book Osaka Walking Tour on Tripadvisor
- How much is Osaka Walking Tour?
- Osaka Walking Tour price starts from $78.55. Discover and book Osaka Walking Tour on Tripadvisor
- What is the Osaka Walking Tour cancellation policy?
- Osaka Walking Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Osaka Walking Tour on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Osaka Walking Tour?
- Osaka Walking Tour is hosted by All Star Osaka Walk. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact All Star Osaka Walk on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Osaka Walking Tour on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 22288P1
Reserve your spot
Similar experiences
Itinerary
- You'll start atTourist information OsakaJapan, 530-0001 Osaka, Kita Ward, Umeda, 3-chōme11 JR大阪駅中央コンコースImportant: Its located on the first (ground) floor and in front of the Central Gate of JR Osaka Station. (Not Shin Osaka station) Follow the "? Information" direction on signs boards. Look for a guide with a yellow tour flag.See address & details
- 1All Star Osaka WalkStop: 3 hours - Admission includedSee details
- 2Osaka Station CityStop: 45 minutesSee details
- 3ShinsekaiStop: 50 minutesSee detailsPass byHozenji YokochoDotombori District
- 4Ebisu BridgeStop: 10 minutesSee details
- You'll end atEbisubashi Bridge1 Chome-6 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, JapanTour ends on the bridge of the Ebisu-bashi bridge.See address & details
About the operator
Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
- Robyn N0 contributionsKyoto Day TripHad a lovely day with Keiko. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed her company and a delicious Japanese lunch. Thank you so much Keiko.Written 18 March 2024
- laura s0 contributionsKyoto with Kaori4 of us had a very special day touring Jyoyo with Kaori. She is not only the sweetest, most considerate guide, but her knowledge is astounding. She knows history, culture, food, superstitions, legends and anything else you may want to know. She even texted to tell us it wiuld be cool and to dress appropriately. We couldn't recommend her more highly.Written 5 December 2023
- 195brunildab0 contributionsKyoto Japan Beautiful History And Wonderful MemoriesToday was wonderful closing of my visit here in Osaka Japan. I learned so much history of the Bamboo Forest, Kinkakuji Temple and Fushimi Inari Taisha of the beauty and the rich culture of Japan. The driver and the tour guide were wonderful. The tour guide gentlemen was amazing. He knew all the history of every sight we went to. I recommend this company and my guide especially if you don't speak Japan. He even took picture of me along the way n it was raining on and off too. My next visit I will definitely used them again for this was one of the best high lights of my trip. Oh I asked if they can drop me off at my hotel and they did. Thank you so much for a memorable experience and Aloha Bruny!!! 🙏😊Written 13 November 2023
- sherylm2750 contributionsFirst ImpressionsHiroko was very personal and knowledgeable. She did not leave a stone unturned. We learned so much about the culture of Japan and the history of the area. The food was amazing! I highly recommend this tour!!!Written 14 October 2023
- Paul C0 contributionsAll Star Osaka WalkWe had an excellent 3 hour walking tour of three districts of Osaka & a sample of Kushikatsu. Our knowledgeable & friendly guide, Kaori Miyahara was fantastic. Kaori gave us lots of information on Osaka local culture and also a few key phrases in the local dialect which we were able to use for the rest of our stay in Osaka. I recommend the All Star Osaka Walk highly & specifically our guide Kaori Miyahara. Okhini Kaori - 素晴らしいウォーキングツアーでしたWritten 28 September 2023
- rmr9490 contributionsOur Awesome Minho Falls Tour with Ichiro !5 out 5 - Ichiro Ando was our guide and he was fantastic. He went over and beyond to show us a good time and also help us on our afterwards. We are very happy to spend our tour with him!Written 26 September 2023
- Paul G0 contributionsOsaka / Kyoto Day Trip from Cruise PortOur guide Ichi was very informative and spoke good English. It was a hot day in July but we had a smart a/c van to get us to all the sites we wanted to see. Pick up / drop off times and comms very clear and reliable. Extra bonus was the conveyor Sushi for lunch !Written 27 July 2023
- annefletcher20180 contributionsRecommend to allAmazing and kind tour guide . Saw places that I would not have without his guidance as I have no Japanese language or local knowledge . Had a fun and peaceful day at a pace that was very relaxing even though we covered a few kilometres ..would recommend to anybody who wants to see real JapanWritten 16 July 2023
- ALT10010 contributionsAmazing view!The trip was great! Our guide, Aki san, was patient, knowledgeable and very accommodating! So, highly recommend her. She met us at the hotel, and we took public transportation to the park. Please, note that it's a relatively long walk, about 3 km (little less than 2 miles) one way from the Minoh train station to the waterfall. We also stopped by the onsen hotel that had great observation deck. We observed many native birds and insects. The waterfall view was great! On a way back we stopped for a quick refreshment at the local cafe that had hot tea, sandwiches and other snacks. Do not forget to get the tempura maple leaves! We were told they only make them at that park. All-in-all - definitely worth it as a family trip.Written 1 July 2023
- oa4630 contributionsBest nature tour 10/10Amazing experience! Ichi is the best guide and I’m so lucky to have met him and his wife! Such great people, extremely friendly, and knowledgeable! The experience itself was also great. Itchi picked me up at my hotel, we took a few trains and hiked to the beautiful waterfall where we stopped to see nature and temples along the path. Afterwards they took me home! As a solo female traveler I 100% recommend this tour. Will definitely be doing more tours with this company on my next visit!Written 27 June 2023
- Kevbot690 contributionsMust do in TokyoHiroko was an amazing guide and showed us several spots we would not have otherwise gone in the tour. We got to try some local foods, walk through local neighborhoods, and learn about the history of Japan. Definitely do this if you come to Tokyo!Written 28 May 2023
- mattdye10 contributionsMinoh park waterfall walkExcellent tour. Our guide Ichiro went out of his way to make it a great day even though it never stopped raining. The scenery was fantastic, I would recommend this tour. Ichiro stayed with us long than he should to show us the noodle museum which was great fun. Thank you Ichiro.Written 24 May 2023
- Anamor820 contributionsOsaka city yourNice tour with Kao-Chan! I learns a lot about Osaka! I appreciate that it was a small group, really nice gave us niche room for discussions and questions. Would recommend this tour!Written 10 May 2023
- victoriahA5687VV0 contributionsA great tour with a great tour guide!Kaori Miyahara was just amazing! My husband and I did this private tour by ourselves with her. She was waiting for us at the cruise port. She took us on the Bullet train as requested. She shared her local favorite lunch spot with us as we wanted to enjoy local places and not all shrines and castles. There’s more as she scheduled things in for what we requested. Kaori speaks excellent English, she is very very organized and everything went without a hitch. Furthermore, she is a doll and we both loved her!Written 4 May 2023
- ericaW1031WK0 contributionsWonderful time with IchiroWe had a wonderful time with Ichiro. This is a must do. Mino park was absolutely stunning. We also had the opportunity to make origami with locals while at a rest stop. This was so special. We will not forget the wonderful time we had.Written 1 May 2023
These reviews are the subjective opinions of Tripadvisor members and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.
5.0
127 reviews
Excellent
109
Very good
16
Average
2
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Lori M
Mountain View, CA4 contributions
Our family enjoyed the walking tour of Osaka. Given the short time we had in Osaka, the half day tour was a great way to get a quick tour of different parts of the city. Our guide Keiko was very nice and knowledgeable. Next time we’re in Japan we will return to Alaska and spend more time exploring the city.
Written 22 May 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for your kind review! It's lovely to hear you had an amazing time with Keiko.
We really appreciate you joined the tour and hope to see you again! Ookini
Written 25 May 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Chanelle S
2 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
We did our 4 hour tour with the wonderful Ichiro in early January. We are a family of 5, 2 adults & 3 teens, from Australia. Our hope was to gain an overview of central Osaka during a day trip we took from Kyoto. This tour certainly achieved that. It was a great day, we saw much more than we expected, and at an easy pace. Ichiro was very knowledgeable, explained things well and most importantly, was fun! We definitely experienced the fantastic food culture! He also took the time to ensure we were sorted with snacks and bathrooms. I have to thank Ichiro for kindly pointing us in the direction of a knives store. My wonderful Japanese cooking knife is now used every day! We are not a theme park type of family but this tour showed us an Osaka far beyond this generally held impression. We know we will be back to spend more time! Thanks Ichiro & All Star Osaka Walking Tour.
Chanelle, Simon, Jack, Harry & Grace
Chanelle, Simon, Jack, Harry & Grace
Written 18 February 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your generous review!
We're so glad to hear you had a great experience in Osaka with Ichiro.
We'd be happy to offer memorable tours for family trip.
Hope you come back soon and have more adventures with us!
Okini
Written 18 February 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jacqueline7868
Sydney, Australia31 contributions
A wonderful way to learn about Osaka and get my bearing on the city. Our guide Itchi, was really informative, well organised and lovely. His English is fluent and easy to understand. Our group was a small group of 5 so it was really personable. I highly recommend All Stars Walking tour to first time visitors and if you are fortunate, to have Itchi as your guide. Thank you, Itchi for a wonderful half day out and for all your wonderful recommendations.
Written 17 March 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Tipsy BurBut
1 contribution
Our guide Keoki was so friendly and knowledgeable, allowing a bit extra time for our kids to explore the sweet shops and souvenir stores. Perfect length of time and sights for a family with an 11 and 8 year old. Thank you!!
Written 15 January 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for your good review. We really appreciate that. We will keep trying to provide better tours for the guests from all around the world. It would be great if our guests become big fans of Osaka after the tour.
Thank you so much.
Written 16 January 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Tia N
3 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
Traveling solo, I’ve felt so safe and was extremely lucky to have a tour guide (Inchy*) to provide a worth of insight into Oaska’s history. He was polite, helpful and has a sense of humour.
I truly recommend doing this tour. You will have a worth of the Oaska experience.
I truly recommend doing this tour. You will have a worth of the Oaska experience.
Written 9 March 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Kyle B
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Couples
Amazing tour! Our guide Ichiro was fantastic and we learned so much about the beautiful city of Osaka! We had a blast the whole time and the tour definitely exceeded expectations! I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience Osaka to the fullest! Thank you Ichiro and All Star Osaka Walk!
Written 16 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your kind review! This is what we want!
We'll try hard and improve the tour to make guests happy!
Ookini
Written 18 September 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Anil S
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We did Osaka walking tour with Kaori San as our guide. She has an extremely pleasant personality and showed us all the places with lot of interest and details. Ensured that we were well taken care off. Will recommend her name to our friends who are planning to visit japan and Osaka in near future.
Written 6 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for joining our tour and posting this great review. It's so kind of you!
Kaori will be very glad to hear this.
Hope to serve you again and your friends some day in the near future.
Ookini!
Written 17 May 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sam A
Los Angeles, CA1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
The Osaka walk was amazing. Our guide Kaori had all of the knowledge and passion about Osaka that you could hope for from a local.
The walk was a great taste of many different areas. We covered a lot of ground but it was all within a couple of train stops, so we had the opportunity to return to places that piqued our interest and eat food that Kaori had recommended.
Okini to Kaori from Sam, Morgan, Cathy and Todd!
The walk was a great taste of many different areas. We covered a lot of ground but it was all within a couple of train stops, so we had the opportunity to return to places that piqued our interest and eat food that Kaori had recommended.
Okini to Kaori from Sam, Morgan, Cathy and Todd!
Written 1 November 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your review!
We're glad you enjoyed the tour with Kaori and had a good time in Osaka.
Hope you come back soon and have more adventures with us!
Okini‼️
Written 7 November 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Elizabeth
Bloomington, IN46 contributions
Sept 2022
I had a wonderful one-on-one tour with Keiko! She took me to Umeda, Shinsekai, and Dotonbori and had really interesting insights and information about each region. The snack and drink were also nice to have in the middle of the tour. There were also a few other surprises along the tour. I would definitely recommend this tour. Do it at the very beginning of your time in Osaka!
Written 3 October 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Your comment will be a great encouragement for us. Hope you visit Osaka again in the near future. Osaka is always exciting!
Written 4 October 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Yolanda C
2 contributions
Mar 2023
I had several days before the rest of my tour showed up. I signed up for a short tour of Osaka expecting to be a large group. It was only two of us. Minako was great. Even though I had problems finding her location, she found me. She knows Osaka well and provided some insightful information that we would have not otherwise been told. Minako was pleasant and really made me feel welcomed.
Written 16 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your great review! It was good to meet you quite close to the meeting point. Hope you are having another big journey with your travel mates in Japan.
Written 20 March 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Álvaro
2 contributions
Is this group tour or private tour? I if am by myself can I join other people?
Álvaro
2 contributions
Is this group tour or private tour? I if am by myself can I join other people?
Mey P
Singapore3 contributions
Can we start in the afternoon instead? Maybe 1pm or 2pm? Is that possible?
Chris W
Encinitas, CA2 contributions
Do you have transport from the cruise terminal? How would I meet you?
Luciano Cazenave
Buenos Aires, Argentina4 contributions
Puede ser el tour en español? Gracias!!!
Luciano Cazenave
Buenos Aires, Argentina4 contributions
Hola! Quería saber si es posible hacer el tour en español?
Voy a estar en Osaka en octubre por la Rugby World Cup.
Hola buen dia estaremos el dia 9/9 a partir del mediodia en Osaka y nos gustaria poder realizar algun free walking tour por la ciudad en español, tambien dispondremos de gran parte del dia 10/9. Esperamos respuesta gracias