Osaka, Japan

Osaka for first-timers

Welcome to Osaka! Dive into the city's vibrant culture and explore must-see attractions. Our expertly curated tours will ensure you make the most of your inaugural visit.

Couple examining a map in a city setting, ideal for first-time visitors.

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Osaka JR Pass

from ¥2,800

Osaka Go-Karting Tickets

from ¥9,000

from ¥1,200

from ¥2,400

from ¥8,000

from ¥1,900

Osaka Bay Santa Maria Cruise

from ¥1,800

Top experiences in Osaka

Osaka Castle with cherry blossoms and a boat on the moat, skip-the-line tickets available.

Landmarks

Osaka Amazing Pass: Free Entry to Osaka Castle

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¥3,500

Osaka Amazing Pass: Free Entry to Osaka Castle. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings.From ¥3,500

Tombori River Cruise boat navigating through Osaka's vibrant Dotonbori district.

Sightseeing Cruises

Osaka: Tombori River Cruise

4.1(10)

¥2,000

Osaka: Tombori River Cruise. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 10 ratings.From ¥2,000

Person in kimono walking through Fushimi Inari Shrine's torii gates, Kyoto.

Day Trips

Kyoto's Top Temples Guided Tour: Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera & Kinkaku-ji from Osaka/Kyoto

Kyoto's Top Temples Guided Tour: Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera & Kinkaku-ji from Osaka/Kyoto. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 112 ratings.From ¥8,000

Santa Maria cruise ship in Osaka Bay with Tempozan Ferris Wheel and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.

Sightseeing Cruises

Osaka Bay Santa Maria Cruise

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¥1,800

Osaka Bay Santa Maria Cruise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.From ¥1,800

Selling out fast

People in character costumes driving go-karts on Osaka street during Akiba Kart experience.

Go Karting

1 or 2-Hour Go-Kart Experience: Akiba Kart

1 or 2-Hour Go-Kart Experience: Akiba Kart. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings.From ¥9,000

Free cancellation

Japanese castle with cherry blossoms and illuminated pond in Kansai region.

Train Passes

5 Day JR Kansai Wide Area Pass

4.5(1,518)

¥12,000

5 Day JR Kansai Wide Area Pass. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1518 ratings.From ¥12,000

Free cancellation

Asian female tourist taking photos from train window with camera.

Train Passes

7 Days Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass

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¥19,000

7 Days Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings.From ¥19,000

Osaka e-Pass Premium. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From ¥6,500

Deer standing in front of a red torii gate at a shrine in Nara, Japan.

Day Trips

Kyoto & Nara by Private Car: Temples, Deer Park & Scenic Stops

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¥80,228

Kyoto & Nara by Private Car: Temples, Deer Park & Scenic Stops. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From ¥80,228

Free cancellation

Kintetsu train passing cherry blossoms with rail pass map showing Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Ise Shima, Nagoya.

Train Passes

Kintetsu Rail Pass: Unlimited Travel on Kintetsu Lines

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¥1,900

Kintetsu Rail Pass: Unlimited Travel on Kintetsu Lines. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From ¥1,900

Millions love heading out with us

Paul

United States

Sep 2025

5/5

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Really enjoyed the cruise. The ship looks authentic and the historical information throughout the decks was awesome. Had a great time.

Osaka Bay Santa Maria Cruise

Anja

Germany

Sep 2025

5/5

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We really enjoyed Expo Japan. Despite reservation difficulties, the service from Headout and the Expo helped us immediately. Thank you very much!

EXPO 2025 Osaka: 1-Day Entry Tickets

Matthew

Australia

Sep 2025

4/5

Was able to skip the queues at the main attractions which allowed us to see more of the park and get the most enjoyment oou the day.

Universal Studios Japan: Express Pass 4 – Fun & Variety (Quick Entry)

Lotte

Jul 2025

4/5

Nice tour! Saw lots, guide was funny and gave us great tips on where to eat after. The bamboo forest was PACKED but still beautiful. Would recommend for first timers.

Kyoto's Top Temples Guided Tour: Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera & Kinkaku-ji from Osaka/Kyoto