--- title: Osaka Private Tour with Local Guide | Osaka JOINER description: Explore Osaka your way on a private tour with a local guide. Flexible from 2 to 8 hours, hotel pickup, hidden gems and Osaka highlights with Osaka JOINER. --- [![Osaka JOINER（大阪ジョイナー）](https://osakajoiner.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/AderaTemplate/images/common/logo.png?width=250&name=logo.png)](https://osakajoiner.com/) - [JOINER NEWS](https://osakajoiner.com/topics) - [For Guests](https://osakajoiner.com/) - Tours - [All Tours](https://osakajoiner.com/tours) - [Find Your Tour](https://osakajoiner.com/find-your-tour) - [For Travel Agencies](https://osakajoiner.com/overseas-business) - [FAQ](https://osakajoiner.com/faq) - [日本国内の法人・自治体さま 旅行代理店さま](https://osakajoiner-solution.com/) - [JOINER NEWS](https://osakajoiner.com/topics) - [For Guests](https://osakajoiner.com/) - Tours - [All Tours](https://osakajoiner.com/tours) - [Find Your Tour](https://osakajoiner.com/find-your-tour) - [For Travel Agencies](https://osakajoiner.com/overseas-business) - [FAQ](https://osakajoiner.com/faq) - [日本国内の法人・自治体さま 旅行代理店さま](https://osakajoiner-solution.com/) Private Osaka Tour # Private Osaka Tour with a Local Guide Explore Osaka at your pace with a guide dedicated only to your group. Choose the places you want to see, the time you have, and the kind of Osaka you want to experience. [Check Availability](https://widgets.bokun.io/online-sales/3f40ba23-6a2a-4c8e-8a4c-690d9bf1ba58/experience/1192529) [See Private Tour Pricing](https://osakajoiner.com/osaka-private-tour#pricing) Private tours are not limited to Osaka. Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Himeji, food tours, bar hopping and other custom experiences can also be arranged. Private car options are available. ![Private Osaka tour with a local Osaka JOINER guide](https://osakajoiner.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/AderaTemplate/images/Tours/private1.jpg?width=720&height=900&name=private1.jpg) Just your group + your guide **Your Osaka, Your guide, Your tour.** Famous sights, local neighborhoods, food, culture and hidden corners can all be built into your day. Duration**2 to 8 hours** Group size**Up to 7 guests** Tour style**100% private** Pickup**Hotel pickup available** Transport**Private car available** Destinations**Osaka + Kansai** Experiences**Food, nightlife & culture** From**¥26,000 per group** Why go private? ## A tour built around your trip A private guide gives you the freedom to spend more time where you are interested, skip what you are not, and adjust the pace as the day unfolds. 01 ### Choose your Osaka Tell us what you want to see, from Osaka Castle and Dotonbori to food streets, temples and quieter local areas. 02 ### Travel at your pace No need to keep up with a large group. Your guide can adapt the route, walking pace and time spent at each stop. 03 ### Start from your hotel For private tours in Osaka, hotel pickup can be arranged so you can begin the experience without navigating to a meeting point first. 04 ### Explore with a local Go beyond a checklist of landmarks with context, local recommendations and places you may not have found on your own. Example route ## Build the day around what matters to you The route below is only an example. A private Osaka tour can be customized around your interests, available time and starting location. 1 **Osaka Castle**History, architecture and one of Osaka's most recognizable landmarks. 2 **Shitennoji**Add one of Osaka's historic temple areas and learn how the city developed around it. 3 **Shinsekai**See a different side of Osaka with retro streets, local food and neighborhood culture. 4 **Kuromon Market**Explore one of Osaka's best-known food areas and stop where your interests take you. 5 **Dotonbori**Finish among Osaka's neon, food culture and famous canal-side sights. ### Go beyond the classic Osaka route Your private tour can stay in Osaka or expand across Kansai depending on your interests and available time. - **Kyoto:** Gion, Arashiyama, Golden Pavilion and more - **Nara:** Nara Park, Wakakusayama, Yoshinoyama, Tsubosaka-dera and more - **Kobe & Himeji:** custom sightseeing and day-trip options - **Food tours:** local restaurants, markets and neighborhood specialties - **Bar hopping:** local nightlife, standing bars and hidden spots - **Experiences:** culture, crafts, shopping, photography and special requests - **Private car:** available for supported routes and schedules [Build Your Private Tour](https://widgets.bokun.io/online-sales/3f40ba23-6a2a-4c8e-8a4c-690d9bf1ba58/experience/1192529) #### Need help planning your private tour? Tell us your date, group size, preferred destinations and anything special you would like to include. Our team can help shape the tour before you book. [Send an Email](mailto:osakajoiner@osakametro-adera.jp?subject=Private%20Tour%20Enquiry) [WhatsApp Us](https://wa.me/819083466183) Clear pricing ## Choose how much time you want The private-tour base price covers your guide. Choose from 2 to 8 hours depending on how much of Osaka you want to explore. ✓**Included:** Private local guide for your group. ✓**Available:** Hotel pickup and private-car options for supported routes and schedules. ×**Not included:** Food, drinks, public transportation, taxis, admission fees and activity fees unless specifically arranged. Private guide fee **From ¥26,000** Per private group, starting from 2 hours 2 hours**¥26,000** 3 hours**¥32,000** 4 hours**¥38,000** 5 hours**¥44,000** 6 hours**¥50,000** 7 hours**¥56,000** 8 hours**¥62,000** Seasonal surcharges or special arrangements may apply on selected dates. Private-car pricing is added separately based on destination and duration. [Check Your Date](https://widgets.bokun.io/online-sales/3f40ba23-6a2a-4c8e-8a4c-690d9bf1ba58/experience/1192529) Why Osaka JOINER? ## Local knowledge with a real Osaka base **10,000+**Tour participants since April 2024. **400+**Affiliated restaurants, bars and local spots within Osaka JOINER's network. **Namba**A physical Osaka JOINER tour desk in Namba Walk, backed by Osaka Metro ADERA Co., Ltd. Greg Mundy Private Osaka tour ★★★★★ > “It was the first time that we had a tour that was customized just for us! Minori took the time to ask us exactly what sites we wanted to see, places for us to pick up specialty items/gifts and recommendations for lunch.” Google review Tony Z Private Osaka & Kyoto tours · Family of 5 ★★★★★ > “Each tour was well-paced and tailored to our interests and needs, making us feel more like local friends than tourists. Both guides went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience.” Google review Danielle Jaksha Private food tour · Couple ★★★★★ > “Before we started he asked about our food preferences and dislikes, then built the whole route around us. Every stop was a genuinely local spot. Highly recommend for anyone wanting an authentic, personalized taste of Osaka.” Google review “We had the best private food and drink tour with Yukika! She took us to the best places down alleys and ordered the specialties of food and drink for each place.” **Christy Gehlbach · Google review** “We booked a tour through our hotel. Our tour guide was Haru. We had a lovely time on a 4 hour historical tour of Kyoto. Haru was very knowledgeable. She was great with our kids.” **Adeola A · Google review** Private tour FAQ ## Before you book Can I customize my private Osaka tour? Yes. Private tours can be adjusted around your schedule, interests and preferred places. Tell us what you want to see and we can shape the route around your group. Can the guide pick us up from our hotel? Hotel pickup is available for private tours in Osaka. Add your hotel details when arranging the tour. What is included in the private-tour price? The base private-tour price is the guide fee. Food, drinks, public transportation, taxis, admissions, activities and other guest expenses are not included unless a separate arrangement is confirmed. Can we add a private car? Yes, a private vehicle can be arranged for supported routes and schedules. Car pricing is separate from the guide fee, so contact Osaka JOINER if you would like a driver included. What languages are available? English is the standard tour language. Depending on guide availability, Osaka JOINER can also support languages including Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. How far in advance should I book? Advance booking is recommended for private tours because the guide is reserved specifically for your group, especially during busy travel periods. ## See Osaka your way. Choose your time, tell us what interests you, and explore Osaka with a local guide dedicated to your group. 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