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1 Day Takoyaki Making and Osaka Castle Walking Tour

Location Namba, Osaka Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$296.28
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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.
1 Day Takoyaki Making and Osaka Castle Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours 50 minutes

  • Other admission fees
  • Transportation costs
  • Lunch
  • National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
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Meeting point
Please meet at Namba Hiroba Square in front of the North Exit on the 1st floor of Nankai Namba Station, by 8:50 am.
Return details
The tour ends by 5:40 pm at Namba Station.

  • Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
    Having a long history, this shrine still remains to be the center of religion to the people of Osaka. It is known for housing the god of maritime safety, and is also frequented by many people praying for prosperity in business. There are many must-see spots such as the bridge Sorihashi and its distinctive main sanctuary.
  • Explore the nostalgic atmosphere of the town on a tramcar. From the retro tram, get a glimpse of the cityscape and the daily life of the locals.
  • Shinsekai
    The Shinsekai area, brimming with the atmosphere of downtown Osaka, is lined with lively shopping streets, izakaya, game centers, and more.
  • Learn how to make takoyaki, Osaka's soul food, and enjoy a hands-on experience making it yourself. Lunch includes other dishes such as kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), allowing customers to enjoy Osaka cuisine (Aside from takoyaki, all dishes will be served cooked.) vegetarian meal requests are accepted on booking the tour.
  • Enjoy seeing the seasonal scenery with a cruise along the Ogawa River aboard the Aqua Liner water bus. See a view of the famous places and historic spots of Osaka from the river. 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. 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.
  • Osaka Castle
    Osaka Castle was founded in the 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a remarkable shogun in the Sengoku period, and is known as the symbol of his power.

  • 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.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    1 Day Takoyaki Making and Osaka Castle Walking Tour

    Location Namba, Osaka Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $296.28
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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