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Things to do in Osaka

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Activities led by local experts

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5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Blend incense with a priest at Seisho-ji Temple

Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony and create your own incense blend at the historic temple.

3.67 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Choose ingredients and dine in a grocery store

Choose ingredients, order dishes what you want to eat with your ingredients, the chef called Hacchan cooks them for you and dine in the grocery store.※ Ingredients costs are not included.

5 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Zen Meditation & Matcha in a Hidden Temple

Engage in authentic Zazen led by a monk, along with a tea ceremony and a guided tour through our Zen garden. A profound experience for both beginners and advanced practitioners.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Meditate and train at a sacred waterfall

Experience Zen practices and purification of mind and body with a waterfall at Syokoji Temple.

5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Make glass beads

Step into living history, craft your own vibrant glass bead using time-honored techniques.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

Hidden Gem: Mind-Blowing Magic & Drinks in Osaka

Unbelievable miracles unfold right before your eyes! Experience world-class, interactive close-up magic by a professional magician at a uniquely Japanese, historic magic bar.

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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 525 reviews

Experience making ramen in a private kitchen in Osaka!

This is a chef experience where you can make ramen in a private kitchen. Children are also welcome.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1981 reviews

Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl

Top rated local foodie bar hopping tour in Japan! Dive into deep local spot! Let's get away from TOURIST TRAPS Dotonbori Namba Shinsekai area!

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 1090 reviews

Ultimate Kyoto: 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems 1-Day

Dive into Kyoto! Experience 10 must-sees & gems in one day with a local expert. Learn history, culture & secrets behind the sights. More than a tour—it's your 1-day masterclass in all things Japan!

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 1135 reviews

Osaka: Izakaya Bars Guided Walking Tour

Explore Osaka’s unique nightlife with a local.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 749 reviews

Hidden Osaka Red Light Tour & Culinary Adventure

The only in-depth tour of the Hidden Red Light District of Osaka with authorized tour guides, as well as retro theme parks of Shinsekai, followed with 2 local eateries! ※Small Groups of 8 People

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews

Osaka mountain hike and trout fishing

We climb a popular mountain in Osaka You won't follow the typical routes. I guide you through an adventurous course known only to locals. We also go fishing for rainbow trout and enjoy them for lunch.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1053 reviews

Compare wagyu, sashimi, and sake

Enjoy a unique dining experience with fresh sashimi, wagyu beef, and sake.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 686 reviews

Eat your way through Osaka - food tour in Namba

Walk through Namba, trying 6 food stops including okonomiyaki, takoyaki, sushi, and more.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 447 reviews

Udon making class in Osaka

Make authentic udon —yes, you’ll even dance on the dough! Enjoy your fresh creation, and share laughs and stories with Japanese instructor and travelers. A fun, tasty memory you’ll never forget!

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 723 reviews

Hotspots & Hidden Gems of Osaka with Local Snack

The biggest attractions to back alley secrets, uncover the REAL Osaka with a local snack