Osaka Castle and a visit to the longest shopping street in Japan

4.9
(13 reviews)

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

We will visit the must see castle in Japan, the Osaka Castle. The story of Hideyoshi, who built this castle is loved by many Osaka citizen and he is regarded as one of the most popular hero in Japan.
Your guide will tell you about the role Osaka played in the past and now and culture and people of Osaka.

Tenjinbashisuji Shopping street is the longest (2.5km) shopping street in Japan serving Osaka locals.
Immerse yourself in the long arcade and feel like a local.

We will take a leisurely walk and you can enjoy shopping and dining like a local.

We use public transportation between sites.
Transportation, shopping and dining fees are your personal expenses.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private Tour
Transportation (subway, tram, railway) fee: Adult around 1,000 yen, Child around 500 yen
Gratuities
Lunch
Insurance

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We’ll meet you up at your hotel if located in the City or meet you at designated meeting point like Osaka port (Tempozan) or Osaka Metro Stations. Pick up from Kobe will be 5,000 yen additional per group. Please pay to your guide on the spot.

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Meeting point

In front of the Central Gate of JR Osaka Station, on the first floor of the large station building.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This is the main entrance to the gate. It's a second generation gate, but was built more than 400 years ago. There are many good picture taking spots between here and the castle top.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Original castle was built more than 400 years ago when Japan was in turmoil, samurai fighting to unify Japan by force. Your guide will tell you legends and interesting stories behind the castle and people of then and now. Go up to the castle top and enjoy the grand view of the city, feeling like the lord of this castle.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    This shopping street is the longest shopping street in Japan, and it originated as the approach to Osaka Tenmangu Shrine. Unlike famous shopping streets that sell high-end products, this is a very unique streets with many locals. There are about 600 shops and eateries. You can relax and feel like a local.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour takes place rain or shine
  • Tours are not covered by insurance
Supplied by ALL STAR OSAKA WALK

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Public Transportation Tours
Shore Excursions
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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