A Vista Tour in EXPO '70 Commemorative Park
Joined 2017
This park is located in the north part of Osaka Prefecture and was the venue of the last EXPO held in 1970. After the exposition, the site was reconstructed as the present park for the citizens and travelers mostly from inside the country. The park includes many cultural monuments and natural sceneries, including the Tower of the Sun and the National Ethnology Museum. About in a half day, the guests can expect to visit most of the main facilities and cultural monuments.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
JR Osaka Station
JR Osaka Station
Starting point for the tour
The EXPO '70 Commemorative Park Station of the Osaka Monorail
Around this station, various highways and freeways are crossing, making it a big transportation complex with a shopping mall.
The central entrance into the park
About 5 minutes walk from the station
The Tower of the Sun
The symbolic tower of the last EXPO and the present park
Natural Monuments Area related to Japanese Culture
There are many nature-viewing spots in addition to the observation tower.
The Japanese Garden
Several types of Japanese gardens with the ponds are located including the teahouses and the reception hall.
EXPO '70 Memorial Pavilions
Materials, photos, parts of the pavilions, and replicas of the Pavilions at the time are maintained for remembrance of the EXPO.
The central exit
For getting on the return monorail.
JR Osaka Station
For the guests' departure for the next destination
Ending Point
JR Osaka Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, starting point pick-up fee, free photographing with the guests' cameras
Transportation fee (you and the guide), lunch, dinner, entrance fees, etc...
Tour Important Information
In the Japanese garden, the guests will have to do some walking. So, please wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Available except on Wednesdays and Thursdays according to the off days of the Park
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you also in the Inland Sea area in Shikoku.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2017
About Tour Guide Yasuo A.
I passed the tour guide exam last year (2016).
I would like to welcome foreign vistors with hospitality using my knowledge of Kyoto and Osaka.
Reviews
“Poor Experience”
No disrespect to Yasuo, but my client had a very poor experience with him which caused me to have to issue a refund to the client for poor service, as she was very upset that he was not able to find the location. This did damage to my company's reputation, and my reputation as a travel agent. Again, no disrespect to Yasuo, but this is the experience we had. Nothing malicious happened, but the experience was not good or reliable for the client.
“Delightful day”
Yasuo was very prepared and on time for our day in Osaka. We asked to see and experience local flavor and historical sites. We could not be more pleased with the experiences he delivered . He is patient and answered all questions. We highly recommend him as your guide in Osaka .
Yasuo A.
Ms. Rosanne U. Thank you very much for your compliment on the tour you made. Please have a nice trip. Yasuo Tour guide
John & audrey M.
Osaka Custom Booking : 2019-10-26
Customized
“Tour with Yasuo”
Our tour with Yasuo was very nice and organized. Yasuo was thoughtful to contact us at our hotel to confirm with us as my internet was not working well. He planned out our route well and it was a good overview for the time we booked with him. He is a very pleasant person to spend time with as a tour guide.
Yasuo A.
Ms and Mr Marks, Thank you very much for your thoughtful message. I was worried if the legs of Mr. Marks were OK in the last stage of your trip as he seemed a little tired. I am glad to hear your kind message. Thank you again and wish you an enjoyable life. Best wishes, Yasuo
$96/ per group
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