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Free Cancellation
June 11100% refund
June 12No refund
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Offered in: English
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
Lunch
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Overview
This comprehensive one-day tour of Osaka, starting and ending in Namba, offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and culinary experiences. Begin your day with a visit to Sumiyoshi Taisha shrine, a spiritual center for Osaka's residents. Then, take a nostalgic ride on Osaka's only street tram through an area that exudes old downtown charm. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Shinsekai, where the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower rises above flashy signs and enthusiastic barkers. For lunch, immerse yourself in Osaka's food culture by making your own takoyaki, a local soul food. In the afternoon, marvel at the grandeur of Osaka Castle and enjoy spectacular views from its tower. Finally, conclude your tour with a relaxing riverboat cruise, taking in breathtaking views of Osaka, Japan's renowned water city. This tour provides a comprehensive taste of Osaka's rich heritage and modern energy all in one day.
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The order of the itinerary and arrival times may differ depending on congestion at destinations or other reasons.
Public transportation will be used to move around on this tour. Please note that seating is not guaranteed.
If the Aqua Liner is out of service due to bad weather, temporary operation suspension, or other operational concerns, the tour will visit the Osaka Museum of History instead. If the Aqua Liner is unavailable on a Tuesday, when the Osaka Museum of History is closed, refunds will be issued by the guide on the tour day (JPY 2,000/Adult, JPY 1,000/Child).
Until March 24, 2025 and From April 11, 2025, as the Aqua Liner boarding schedule will be changed, the duration will be changed from 40 to 55 minutes.
From the Namba area, the tour may use Temmabashi Station on the way to Osaka Castle instead of Osakajokoen Station.
If there are no customers on the Osaka Downtown Walking Tour (in the morning) or the Osaka Afternoon Walking Tour (in the afternoon), this tour may head directly to Osakajokoen Station without making a stop at Namba Station after lunch.
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with lunch. Please make a booking for children requiring lunch under the child rate.
[Regarding Meals] For lunch, in addition to the takoyaki-making experience (60 min all-you-can-eat), salted cabbage, deep-fried chikuwa with seaweed, potato salad, 3 deep-fried skewers, white rice (refills available), and miso soup are included.
[Regarding Meals] Takoyaki contains octopus, eggs, and animal-derived stock. Those who would like may opt for a vegetarian meal instead; however, please note that those who request a vegetarian meal will not be able to enjoy takoyaki. Furthermore, customers having a vegetarian meal will be provided a special menu (mini salad, 3 kinds of appetizers, grilled vegetables in foil, grilled vegetable skewers, deep-fried tofu teppanyaki, grated kelp soup, and white rice).
[Regarding Meals] As 1 takoyaki maker will be provided for every 4 customers, customers may be asked to share a table with another group.
As this is a walking tour, please wear shoes and clothing that are suitable for walking. A distance of about 7 km [about 4 miles] will be covered on this tour.
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
Free Cancellation
June 11100% refund
June 12No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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