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A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and ornate roofs, surrounded by lush greenery. 1
A bustling urban street with various shops and signs, a prominent turtle sculpture, and a distant tower. 2
A stone lantern, a cat, and Japanese lanterns with calligraphy. 3
A building with a large window and a yellow sign with Japanese characters. 4
A river running through a city with buildings on either side, a bridge in the distance, and a boat in the water. 5
By Wasabi
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$86 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Perfect for travellers who want to see all of Osaka in just one day.
    • Experience a curated mix of retro style, youth culture and history.
    • Hit Osaka’s biggest icons and hidden gems in one seamless loop.

Activity location

    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 3 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan
    • 大阪市, 大阪府, Japan

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Osaka: Essential City Loop Tour with Local Guide

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Price details
NZ$86.07 x 1 AdultNZ$86.07
Total
Price is NZ$86.07

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Expert Local Guide: A passionate insider to share hidden stories and guide you through the crowds.
  • Inclusions
    Orientation & Travel Tips: Custom recommendations for local food spots
  • Exclusions
    Transport fee
  • Exclusions
    Food & Drinks: Samples at the markets are paid individually so you can choose exactly what you want to eat. (we will not make stops for a formal sit-down lunch).

What you can expect

  • Get ready to experience the changing faces of Osaka on a fast-paced urban loop. This route is carefully designed to show you the city's best historical, cultural and modern highlights in the perfect order.

    1. We meet at a scenic park station to explore the towering stone walls and grand legacy of a legendary 16th-century Osaka Castle.
    2. We take a short local train hop to enter a nostalgic, mid-century area filled with old-school character and a historic tower.
    3. Next, we dive into a bustling culinary market known for incredible street food, walk through a specialised artisan shopping street.
    4. Let's slip into a quiet moss-covered temple hidden in a lantern-lit alley.
    5. We burst out onto the flashing neon banks of the city's main entertainment canal for photos, explore a vibrant youth culture district
    6. We wrap up the tour with an easy walk right into the main concourse of Namba Station, making it incredibly simple for you to head to your next destination!

Location

Activity location

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    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 3 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan
    • 大阪市, 大阪府, Japan