Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour (Castle, Dotonbori) GROUP OR PRIVATE
Weave through the streets of this fabled city with an experienced guide who will start your Osaka journey with tales of local history, quirky facts & a healthy slice of humour. Experience Osaka as a local would, as you are shown the real Osaka. Experience Namba & Dotonbori, the neon heart of Osaka . Hit the back streets and see how the past lives with the present at Hozenji. Pass through Kuromon, the fish market that has served Osaka well for 200 years. Experience Shinsekai, the retro district, which will showcase its nostalgic charm from a time long past. Osaka Castle will showcase it's immense role in the unification of Japan in 16th century. Walk through Shinsaibashi, the famous shopping district and see Japans love for consumer retail. This tour isn't just a sightseeing journey; it will show you everything Osaka has to offer from its culinary prowess, historical relevance, and modern charm.
Options
5hr Group Night Walking Tour
Enjoy Osaka at night!: Skip Kuromon market & end your tour with a stunning night view of Osaka from Abeno Harukas, the city's tallest skyscraper!
What's included in Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour (Castle, Dotonbori) GROUP OR PRIVATE
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Osaka CastlePass-by Only
The iconic symbol of Osaka in the Kansai region of central Japan played an important role in the unification of Japan during the samurai era of the sixteenth century.
America Mura
Amerika-mura - or Amemura to the locals - is a warren of narrow streets which is at the heart of youth culture in Osaka, with dozens of shops catering to fans of urban apparel and hip-hop wear. But even if you’re not clothes-shopping, there are plenty of foreigner-friendly bars and restaurants in the area.
Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
A covered shopping street which has been Osaka’s most important shopping area for 400 years with hundreds of shops lining this 600-metre long street, walk down here to experience Japan’s love of consumer retail.
Inclusions
- This is a tour on foot, but can use train or taxi on request (at own expense).
- Private personalized tour OR group tour with others.
- Choose your hours: 5hrs, 6hrs, 7hrs.
- One non-alcholic beverage and some delicious Osakan street food.
- Any transportation costs during the experience.
- Tickets to any attractions.
- Tips for excellent service for our guides are welcome.
- Hotel pick up is not offered for GROUP tours.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Hotel pick up is offered for PRIVATE tours only. Please meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel.
Meeting / End Points
- Please meet in front of the 7-11 kiosk inside of Osakajokoen station on the JR Osaka Loop Line. This is different from JR Osaka station.