Things to do in Osaka

Osaka is a port city on Japan’s southern Honshu coast. Once a merchant hub in the Edo period, it’s now a modern center of trade, entertainment, and culinary culture. Osaka weather shifts from steamy summers to cool winters, so there’s always a good time to visit. There’s no shortage of exciting things to do in Osaka. Snap photos at Osaka Castle, catch cherry blossoms in spring, and dive into the thrills at Universal Studios Japan and Teamlab Osaka. Don’t miss one of the world’s biggests aquariums—Osaka Aquarium, or the neon-lit streets of Dotonbori—a paradise for food lovers chasing their next great bite.
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Reviews: Kyoto and Nara Day Tour │ Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine + Nara Park
Guest User2026-02-20
Great trip with a small group and a experienced driver. I would book it again.
Reviews: one-day tour of Nara Park, Kyoto, Kiyomizu Temple, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, feeding cute deer and visiting ancient temples
Guest User2025-10-14
It was a very good experience. Enjoyed the tour. Our English speaking tour guide Mr.Yang was very accommodating. The places were very serine and beautiful. Would recommend for a stress free day tour.
Reviews: Kyoto + Nara Encounter Cute Deer Classic Panoramic one-day tour[Upgradeable to 9-person Small Group Hotel Pickup]
Guest User2026-02-19
During my second trip to Osaka, I booked a Kyoto bus tour that I had really wanted to go on and went! As with most overseas trips, I thought I would have a hard time finding the bus, but Guide Chuhong personally responded to all my inquiries in Korean via KakaoTalk, including the time and location. Even when I got separated from the group during the tour due to independent travel, she sent me the meeting time and location, and even a link every time I moved. She was so kind. I could only upload 9 photos, but I couldn't upload them all... I really recommend Guide Chuhong!!!! This holiday trip was so much fun. Thank you.
Reviews: Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Yasaka Shrine + Nara Park + Fushimi Inari Shrine One-Day Tour
Guest User2026-02-18
A trip with my mother and sons! It was a wonderful trip. Guide Kim Nam-gil was so considerate of my mother by giving her the front seat, and we had a wonderful trip without any motion sickness. It was wonderful to see him take care of each and every traveler. I look forward to sharing his wonderful journey with many more people. ^^
Reviews: A one-day tour to the secret place of Kyoto's sea [Amanohashidate cable car overlooking the seagulls, Ine Funaya]
Guest User2026-02-06
The itinerary was well-planned, tour guide Li Songlan's explanations were excellent, and the weather cleared up at the end, making it a truly unforgettable day!
Reviews: Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka + Kinkaku-ji + Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kyoto millennium day tour
Guest User2025-11-23
Traveling alone, I booked a day trip to Kyoto departing from Osaka. 😆 Our guide, ViVi, was very friendly and attentive, providing excellent explanations in both Chinese and English. There was plenty of time for sightseeing, making it a very fulfilling day. I have wonderful memories of Kyoto. 😊 The matcha ice cream 🍦 was so delicious! 🤤
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