Osaka Castle and a visit to the longest shopping street in Japan
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.
Options
Castle and Shopping Street
Pickup included
What's included in Osaka Castle and a visit to the longest shopping street in Japan
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Osaka Castle Otemon Gate
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.
Osaka Castle
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.
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.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private Tour
- Transportation (subway, tram, railway) fee: Adult around 1,000 yen, Child around 500 yen
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Insurance
- 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
- Tour guide will be holding the All Star Osaka yellow flag.
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities, using a wheelchair or strollers
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
- Visiting order may vary under circumstances
- Hotel and port pickup is available or meet in front of the Tourist Information Namba: ground level of Takashimaya Department Store and Nankai Railway Namba Station at 1:50 pm on tour day.
Meet
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
Additional Information
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.
Meeting / End Points
- In front of the Central Gate of JR Osaka Station, on the first floor of the large station building.