Things to Do in Osaka

Explore Kyoto's charming streets and Nara Deer Park in one day departing from Osaka!

Watch a Japanese Sumo show in Osaka with this experience. Get a photo session with the sumo wrestlers, enjoy a sumo experience and a Komono Haori experience, and upgrade for a Japanese hot pot meal.

Immerse yourself in the world of samurai with our authentic kendo and samurai experience (English translation provided). Our dojo is also a samurai museum, showcasing a variety of samurai artifacts and memorabilia. Take photos and videos with these authentic props, creating unforgettable memories. Enjoy the convenience of our facilities, including showers, air conditioning and heating, and changing rooms. Our dojo is conveniently located in Osaka City, making it easy to access. Our instructor, a native of Osaka, can also provide recommendations for exploring the city's many attractions.

Free yourself from the everyday in a park full of amazing thrills and excitement

On this night tour of Osaka, you'll marvel at neon lights in the striking neighborhoods of Shinsekai and Dotonbori, as well as taste delicious local delicacies.

• Experience the future today with Expo 2025 tickets in Osaka, where you can envision a world you're bracing yourself for and engage with the exhibits. Copyright ©Expo 2025.
• Explore interactive pavilions and zones with a multilingual translating system in 30 languages, delving into the Expo's central theme of "Designing Future Society for Our Lives."
• Ride on electric buses at the venue or enter a VR world and see what tomorrow has in store for all of us with the Future Society Showcase.
• Fun fact: Don't miss the water shows at Water World and the music and performing arts events held at squares.

Discover Japan's ancient capital, Kyoto, and historic Nara. Explore UNESCO sites like Kiyomizu-dera and Todai-ji temples. Book now!

Enjoy a comfortable and convenient transfer in a shared ride service from hotels in Osaka to Kansai Airport and Kansai Airport to hotels.

Enjoy cooking Osaka best street food Takoyaki with local guide's secret recipe and special ingredients including Wagyu and cheese. Making Takoyaki is really fun and your own cooked Takoyaki is more delicious than street vendors. Enjoy Japanese sake tasting with sake expert (your guide is a sake sommelier and former brewer.) You will have fun learning basics of sake such as history, culture and making process, also get tips how to choose sake at restaurants. There are more than 10 types of sake available. Tasting differences and find your favorite sake through the tasting. After this activity, you will be able to enjoy sake more on your trip in Japan. This is the unique activity combining tasting experience and cooking class together.

See inspiring exhibits and innovative concepts at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai

With this ticket to Osaka Castle, you'll have access to the towers, museum and viewpoints of this imposing historical site of Japanese culture.

• Access 60+ attractions at Universal Studios Japan with a single Studio Pass—no need to exchange for physical tickets at the gate.
• Step into Super Nintendo World™ and experience the world’s first interactive Mario Kart ride and Yoshi’s Adventure.
• Explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and the thrilling Flying Dinosaur coaster.
• Donkey Kong Country™ opens December 2024, adding even more excitement to Super Nintendo World™.
• Did you know? Universal Studios Japan has been TripAdvisor’s #1 Japanese theme park for four years running.
**Additional Highlights:**
• Download the official USJ app to check wait times, get e-tickets, and easily navigate the park.
• Express Passes and Area Timed Entry Tickets are available for faster access to popular attractions.
• Instant confirmation and mobile entry make your visit seamless—just scan your QR code and start exploring.

Discover the art of ramen-making in Osaka. Learn from seasoned chef Shu and create your own bowl of authentic Japanese ramen. Book now!

Explore the future at Expo 2025 in Osaka. Discover the theme of "Designing Future Society for Our Lives" and see over 150 countries and organizations present their visions.

Ran by @guidemejapan on instagram. Osaka is one of the most famous spots to visit in Japan. We visit 7 of the main attraction in Osaka. (Including Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, Shinsekai) By joining this tour, you will get a comprehensive understanding of Osaka's rich culture. ⬇︎PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY⬇︎ *This is WALKING tour that uses public transportation. This is not a bus tour. *The tour is APPROXIMATELY 4-5 hours, meaning it can differ by around 30 minutes before or after the estimated time. *Our guide will contact you through what's app so please download what's app prior to this tour. This is to enhance smooth meeting between the guide and the guests. *As we have other groups in the tour, we cannot accept any late guests. If you are late, YOU CANNOT JOIN the tour and will not be given a refund. *This tour has up to 8 people. *Please note that we will NOT be going inside of the Osaka Castle

Visit the observation deck and see historical artifacts

Buddhist temples, gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines and much more await. Discover the old capital of Japan on this day trip to Kyoto from Osaka.

• Skip waiting in long queues to get physical tickets when you book this convenient e-ticket and visit one of the most important historical heritage sites built in Ancient Japan.
• Explore the castle with over 100 years of history and countless precious relics.
• Experience Japan from a century ago, with access to the castle’s 8 floors.
• Take in Osaka City’s panoramic views from the top.

Join a local guide for a hands-on cooking session in Osaka. Learn to prepare izakaya-style dishes and takoyaki, paired with sake tastings.

Tour Osaka in the most daring and funkiest way possible, driving a custom go-kart on public roads! You will see the main attractions of inner Osaka city in 1 hour!

Ramen is a very popular Japanese food. It is now world famous. Therefore, everyone has eaten it, but not many people have made ramen. In this cooking class, you will actually knead the ramen with your own hands. The soup is also made starting from boiling the chicken bones. There are several toppings to choose from, but you can put them on according to your taste. Let's make sightseeing in Osaka a memorable one with your own ramen made with your own hands.

Ride the glass-walled escalator and visit the rooftop observation area

Explore the future and be part of the change with a visit to the 2025 Osaka World Expo. This unique experience will inspire and connect people across the globe.

• Have a convenient experience at USJ with one-day entry and skip-the-line access to 4 or 7 top attractions in one seamless ticket.
• Get straight to fan favorites like Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge™, The Flying Dinosaur, and more without waiting in hours-long lines.
• Enjoy exclusive timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ with your selected pass.
• Choose between Express Pass 4 for 4 rides or Express Pass 7 for a fuller experience with access to 7 attractions.

###### How to use

**Studio Pass** (park entry)

• You will receive a QR code on the Headout app.
• Scan the QR code at the park entrance.
• No physical ticket/barcode is provided. Use only the QR code.

**Express Pass** (skip waiting lines at rides)

• You will receive a separate QR code for your express pass.
• Scan directly at the entrance of each eligible ride.
• You can only access each ride **once** with the Express Pass QR code.

Explore Osaka's cultural richness with a private driving tour. Visit Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, Kuromon Ichiba and more, let your guide tailor the experience to your interests.

Experience sumo in Osaka and see retired wrestlers performing a mythical story. Learn the rules of sumo, watch live demo matches, and take a photo with the wrestlers for a fun cultural adventure.

Embark on a journey through the vibrant streets of Osaka with our meticulously crafted tours, offering the perfect blend of exploration and personalization. Our itinerary is designed to uncover the city's hidden gems and cultural treasures, from Beautiful Osaka Castle and its surrounding park to the nitty gritty cityscape of Nishinariku’s Shinsekai! Our experienced English speaking local guides will tailor the experience to your interests, ensuring a personalized adventure that resonates with you. From savoring delectable street food to discovering tucked-away gems known only to locals, every moment is crafted to delight and surprise. To add to your convenience, our guides will meet you at your accommodation so you can start your adventure right from your doorstep. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, let us show you the magic of Osaka through our unforgettable tours. We will utilize public transportation (trains, subway) to travel to each location.

Ride a red ferris wheel and see 360° views of the city

Experience your favourite films at the Universal Studios theme park. Enjoy rides, shows and restaurants inspired by Harry Potter, the minions, and much more.

• Wander through the city of Osaka at your own pace with an Osaka Amazing Pass, that gives you access to public transport and 40 tourist spots. • Go easy on the pockets with the pass and save money on transport and admission tickets with the Osaka Amazing Pass. • Get access to 40 popular tourist attractions in the city including Osaka Castle Museum, Umeda Sky Building and more! • Upgrade your pass for 2 consecutive days if you wish to stay in and explore Osaka for longer. • Fun fact: Some of the stone structures in Osaka Castle, one the attractions included in the pass, has been intact since the Edo Period (1603 to 1868).

Visit Osaka's ultra-popular Muscle Girl Bar, a lively spot that employs local fitness enthusiasts who pair top-level bartending with shows of strength.

Get an entry ticket to visit the Osaka Castle Museum and enjoy panoramic views of the city from the top floor of the Castle Tower.

We will make a Japanese home-cooked meal together. (Partial demonstration) We use ingredients and seasonings that can be easily made at home. You can also choose from a menu of specialty dishes unique to Osaka. menu: 1. Ginger grilled pork, rice balls, miso soup and Japanese rolled omelette 2. Takoyaki 3. Kushikatsu and rice balls 4. Japanese lunch box We will also give advice on how to shop at Japanese supermarkets. We don't serve vegetarian or vegan. Please contact us regarding food allergies. You can experience making kimonos and obis using materials (silk) and techniques passed down from ancient times in Japan. In particular, you can experience a gorgeous bridal dress that is rarely seen even by Japanese people. For men, you can experience wearing the first formal kimono and hakama. You can't go out wearing it, but you can enjoy taking pictures (with your own camera, etc.) in the Japanese-style corner in the room.

Zoom down a 60 m slide and tackle a high-altitude course

Make the most of your trip to Osaka with access to more than 40 of its unmissable attractions, including the Castle, Tsutenkaku Tower and Legoland.

• Universal Studios Japan is always buzzing! Skip long waits with an **Express Pass**, giving you front-of-the-line access to 4 or 7 rides of your choice.
• That’s not all! With your chosen pass, enjoy timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER. Do note that the timings are randomly assigned so make sure you plan your day accordingly!
• Zoom through the tedious lines at top rides like Minion Mayhem, Yoshi's Adventure, Hollywood Dream, and more.
• Explore **10 unique areas** like Minion Park, Hollywood, and New York, packed with thrilling rides and fun adventures perfect for the whole family.
###### How to use **Express Pass** (skip waiting lines at rides)
• You will receive a separate QR code for your express pass.
• Scan directly at the entrance of each eligible ride.
• You can only access each ride **once** with the Express Pass QR code.

Discover the cultural richness of Japan on a guided tour from Osaka. Explore Nara Park, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Arashiyama's beauty.

Enjoy an award-winning Osaka street food tour. Explore Shinsekai’s hidden gems and feast like a local. Enjoy 15 local dishes and 3 drinks at some of Osaka’s most authentic and vibrant neighborhood spots.

This is a 2-hour calligraphy workshop in Namba, downtown Osaka. Even if you are a beginner, no worries as a Japanese calligraphy instructor will give you detailed instructions step by step. Writing Japanese using a brush and ink will be an unforgettable experience. In this workshop, you will know what the Japanese calligraphy really is besides learning calligraphy with writing your own name in kanji or katakana. At the end of the workshop, you will create a one-of-a-kind handwritten souvenir by writing your name on colored paper or on a name tag. Write your own name in Japanese and take it home with you, along with your memories of Japan. Dotonbori, Nihonbashi, and Kuromon Market are close by, so you can go to those areas before or after the workshop, so you can make the most of your day!

Take a break in the healing natural thermal pools at Naniwanoyu

The views from the Abeno Harukas skyscraper will make your trip to Osaka unforgettable. You'll have the city at your feet from the tallest building in Osaka.

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Discover Japan's history on a full-day tour from Osaka to Hiroshima. Travel by bullet train, visit Miyajima Island and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.

Learn how to cook 2 of the most popular Japanese dishes during a cooking class in Osaka. Make your own ramen and gyoza from scratch using fresh ingredients, then sit down and enjoy your creation.

The UTAGE LIVE SHOW will not only feature familiar Japanese instruments such as taiko, shamisen, shakuhachi and shinobue, but also one of the largest and most powerful giant Japanese drums in the Kansai region (180 cm in diameter), which will not only perform but also enliven the audience with a variety of performances and visual elements. Guests will be invited on stage to experience the performance of the Japanese instruments and will also have the opportunity to participate in one of the songs in the show. Not only will the audience enjoy the music by ear but will also be enlivened with various visual elements. Venue address　Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Minato Ward, Kaigandori 1-5-10

Get scenic views of Osaka from an 87.5-meter-high observation deck

Discover the most emblematic places around the Japanese city with this Osaka private walking tour. You'll be joined by an English-speaking guide just for you!

• Skip the lines with VIP guided tours at USJ in 3, 5, or 8-hour options packed with exclusive perks and fast access to your favorite attractions.
• Get in via a special entrance and enjoy VIP lounge access with complimentary drinks as your guide leads you through a seamless, stress-free USJ experience.
• The 3-hour tour includes guided entry to 4 rides, express access to 3 more, 10% off at select restaurants within USJ, and the Have Fun in Kansai Pass.
• The 5-hour tour adds round-trip Osaka transfers, unlimited express access to all rides including Super Nintendo World, dinner, and a custom itinerary.
• The 8-hour tour includes lunch and dinner, exclusive photo ops and games, all-access express passes, round-trip Osaka transfers, and VIP lounge perks.

Dive into Japan's sushi culture in Osaka. Make your own nigiri sushi and enjoy a meal featuring the dishes that you've prepared yourself.

Eat a whopping 13 dishes at 5 local eateries on a food tour in Shinsekai. Visit a backstreet stall, izakaya, a specialized eatery, a gastrobar, and a tachinomiya to discover the best food in Osaka.