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Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour(Osaka Castle, Shinsekai, Dotonbori)
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Osaka
Explore the hidden history, vibrant culture, and modern allure of Osaka through a guided tour. Discover the city's iconic landmarks, local secrets, and culinary delights. Join us now!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Osaka Castle - 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.
- Dotonbori Tsuribori - One of the main tourist destinations in Osaka, it is located along the Dōtonbori canal. The area is known for its nightlife and is filled with an explosion of neon lights, mouth-watering street food, retro vibes, stores, and bars. The area is also home to the famous Glico Man sign which is a popular photo spot for tourists and locals alike.
- Hozenji Yokocho - A hard to find, narrow alleyway that has preserved the atmosphere of old Japan with its traditional lanterns and cobblestone paths.
- Hozen-ji Temple - A small Buddhist temple located just off Dotonbori. Built in the 17th century and is dedicated to Fudo Myoo, one of the five wisdom kings in Buddhism.
- Kuromon Market - A popular covered market in Osaka, Japan. It is also known as the “Gastronome” or “Osaka’s Kitchen” and has been around for over 200 years. The market is known for its fresh seafood, meat, and produce. See some of the finest seafood in Japan both prepped and eaten.
- Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street - A small street which has served the city and its eateries for centuries, this area is packed with wholesalers, gift shops, and specialist shops which are filled with cutlery and crockery to name a few of their wares.
- Nipponbashi Denden Town - Osaka’s answer to Tokyo’s Akihabara. It’s the city’s electronics, camera, computer, pop culture, games, and anime shopping neighbourhood.
- Shinsekai - A district in Osaka that was developed before WW2 with Tsutenkaku Tower, the nostalgia-evoking symbol of Shinsekai. This area is an iconic and popular district of Osaka, its retro vibe and nostalgic neon attracting people from far and wide. A hidden gem that shows Osaka in its true, local colours.
What's Included
- One non-alcoholic beverage
- Delicious Osakan street food
What's Not Included
- 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 on this tour.
Additional Information
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. Catch Den-Den Town, Osaka’s answer to Tokyo’s Akihabara. 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.
Location
Ōsakajōkōen Station
Please meet at Exit 2 at Osakajokoen Station on the JR Loop Line.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(265 Ratings)
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Marion_f
Jul 30, 2024
Amazing - It was an amazing experience! Our tour guide Andy was so nice amd his knowledge of the city and Japanese history was truly amazing! I fully recommend!
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Hans
Jul 29, 2024
Amazing guide -Andy - Andy was an outstanding guide. In our group of six, he was easily the best tour guide we’ve ever had. He led us through Osaka, showcasing a wide variety of sites. Andy was very flexible, adjusting the tour according to our group's needs and interests. He provided a perfect balance of historical information and general knowledge about Japanese culture.
His laid-back attitude and humor made the six-hour tour fly by. The smaller group size also gave the experience a more intimate and private feel.
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Navigate62123956770
Jul 29, 2024
Sights, culture, history & more - Wonderful tour tailored to the knowledge of the group on the day. We felt like we were being shown around by a friend rather than a guide. As newcomers to Japan we really loved what we saw and learned.
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Rafael
Jul 21, 2024
Great tour of historic and modern soul of Osaka! - Super thankful for Andy and Scott for leading this great tour of Osaka!
I got terribly lost the first day and missed the first two hours of the tour. They allowed me to come back the next day to catch up the first two hours of the tour.
This tour covers a lot of Osaka and you can see a mix of history and the edgy and modern part of the city.
I was in Osaka for a few days and if not for this tour I will have miss some really cool parts are not advertised.
The tour guides are provided a lot of insight into the Japanese Osaka vs Tokyo mindset which helped me understand things better. Thank you Andy and Scott!!!
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Tourist67216629417
Jul 20, 2024
One-of-a-kind Osaka Walking tour - A great walking tour of Osaka led by our very knowledgeable, fun and entertaining guide, Scott! We heard so many beautiful stories, got amazing food and shopping recommendations and learned a lot about the popular sights. Scott made sure we were well-hydrated and took great care of us. Definitely worth it! Don't miss!
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Aylaram1395
Jul 19, 2024
Amazing tour with great tour guide. - At first I was a little bit scared of 5 hour walking tour, especially considering it was very hot outside. However, our tour guide Scott made this time fly. He provided a lot of interesting information about Osaka history, showed us some great places, took us to amazing Takoyaki place, and made sure we stayed hydrated and cool in this weather. This tour covered the main and most interesting areas of Osaka.
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472marijab
Jul 19, 2024
What A Guide ! - What can I say about Andy. He is worth every penny. Full of knowledge and a great guide in Osaka. Definitely a great tour which shows many places on your must do list.
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28nityan
Jul 18, 2024
Osaka walking tour amazing - Fantastic tour with Scott took us around and we had lots of fun. Do note it is a long walk! Carry umbrellas and water! The guide was amazing and told us so much about the history of the place and gave us a really fun and unique experience. Would recommend!
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Alex_d
Jul 16, 2024
Best Osaka experience! - Andy gave us the best experience for our day in Osaka! We only had 1 day and he made the most of it! Sharing in laughs, great food and great lore of the city. Thank you for such an amazing experience!
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Chrisclar86
Jul 14, 2024
Great comprehensive tour - Andy-Sama was our tour guide in Osaka. His tour was very comprehensive that he didn’t just show us the spot but the pop culture, customs and the history. He gave you the most honest opinion and recommendations. He had lived in Osaka for more than a decade and had established relationships with many vendors. I was picky when it came to following recommendations (food, store, souvenirs) but I felt the things that he recommended was great. We truly enjoyed the tour and it was a great tour to get our bearings in Osaka.
He was a great host and strive for great experience for all of his guests. He also provided cold drinks during walking tour. When we stopped by Americamura, everyone was treated with either okonomiyaki, takoyaki or yakisoba. Another nice touch was he knew all the clean bathroom!!!
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