Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour — Guide Sam
March, 2026
This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Tour Itinerary
- ①9:30 Meet at the hotel, take a taxi to Shitennoji Temple
- ②9:40〜10:40 Shitennoji Temple
- ③10:55〜11:30 Keitakuen Garden
- ④11:45〜12:00 Arrive at Kuromon Market by taxi
- ⑤12:00〜13:10 Namba area walking〜Kuromon Market, Sennichimae Doguyasuji, Sennichimae Street, Hozenji Temple, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Midosuji, Daimaru Department Store
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The guests arrived in Japan from Oceania the previous evening. Based on their preferences gathered in advance, we toured their requested sightseeing spots by taxi and on foot. Today was a three-day holiday weekend during the spring equinox, so both Shitennoji Temple and the Namba area were extremely crowded, but the guests seemed to fully enjoy the lively atmosphere of Osaka Minami. In particular, Keitakuen Garden, which they had specifically requested, was quiet, and they were able to enjoy a relaxed stroll there, which appeared to be their favorite. Since they walked energetically without stopping for breaks or shopping along the way, we arrived at the final destination, Daimaru Department Store, slightly ahead of schedule. I guided them to the food court in the basement, and we parted ways there.
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Hello! I am Osamu Kitagawa , National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter(English). Please call me SAM.
I love Japanese culture, history, and visiting historical places, scenic spots, and fashionable spots as well. I can guide you all over Japan as I have ever visited all prefectures in Japan. I have a global experience in international banking business including residing in Hong Kong and Jakarta. So I’m able to have daily conversations in Indonesian language, too. I’m looking forward to seeing you soon!
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