4/5/6 Hours Private Osaka Tour Designed for Cruise Passengers

Itinerary

1. We will start going to Osaka castle, as the park surrounding the castle is huge and can be tiring to walk, please note that it is possible to take a shuttle to go directly to the castle (there is usually no shuttle service the first Thursday of every month). You will learn more about the rich history of Osaka Castle, intimately linked to the history of Japan. If and only you wish, we will go inside the castle which serves as a museum on the history of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, a man who changed the destiny of Japan. (1h 0min)
2. We will discover the Dotombori district and the famous "running man" in the entertainment district. You will discover in detail what this place has to offer so you won't miss anything from your Osaka experience. (30 min)
3. The Shin Sekai district, a very unique working-class district in terms of its history and architecture, will no longer hold any secrets for you. If and only you wish, we can stop to taste some of the local specialities (no English menu guarantee!) and eat some food where the locals go. (30 min)
4. Your guide will make himself a pleasure to explain you what you can see in this atypical street food market. From local specialities to fugu (poisonous fish) and shellfish stalls, this visit is sure to whet your appetite. As this is a personalized tour, you will be able to stop to eat some japanese specialities according to the recommendations of your guide. (30 min)
5. An American district in Osaka? Let's explore together this trendy neighborhood very popular with local youth. We will go the "triangle park" a constantly lively place where people like to meet. We will stroll this contrasting district between modernity and discreet sanctuaries. (30 min)