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Cruise ship excursion to Osaka 5 hours
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Joined 2023
Join a memorable Osaka tour starting from Osaka Port. First we will visit Osaka Castle, a symbol of the city with a rich history and seasonal blooms. Then explore the Grand Front to Sky Building, enjoy window shopping, and admire the stunning views from the observatory. For a pace change, relax at Nakanoshima Park with its beautiful buildings and rose garden. Next let's experience the foodie haven of Dotonbori, famous for its neon signs and local delicacies. We return to Osaka Port by 3:00 PM.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Osaka Port
Osaka Castle
The symbol of Osaka, towering in the sky. Built in 1583, it has a dramatic history. Many kinds of trees bloom in season in the large park, especially we can enjoy a lot of cherry blossoms in full bloom at the end of March or the beginning of April.
Grand Front or Umekita Park to Sky Building
Grand Front to Sky Building
You can do window shopping in a modern shopping center, on the way to the Sky Building.
You can enjoy the interesting structures of the building and the stunning view of Osaka and Osaka Bay from the observatory.
Nakanoshima Park (recommended in May and October)/ Shinsekai funny old town
This island in the river has many beautiful buildings, like the Nakanoshima Public Hall and City Hall. I will tell the stories of those. This park also has a large rose garden (Roses bloom in May and October). People are relaxing at the cafes facing the river. You can have an excellent time. Shinsekai, the funny old town, may be engaging in other seasons.
Dotonbori
Dotonbori is one of the biggest and most popular foodie districts in Osaka. 'Bori' means canal, in which three-dimensional neon signs are reflected. You will see many casual stands with famous local foods like Takoyaki.
Ending Point
Where you can get a taxi to go back to your boat.
Ending Point
Osaka Port
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Port pick up
Transport fees (you and guide)
Admission fees (you)
Insurances
Tour Important Information
If you have any dietary restrictions, please let me know.
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 2023
About Tour Guide Shuji O.
Hi, I am Shuji, a licensed tour guide living near Kansai International Airport.
I taught world history in high schools for four decades. So, I can explain Japanese culture or history in an easier way tailored to you who have different cultural and historical backgrounds.
I also practiced Kendo, Japanese fencing, for more than four decades, and now I enjoy growing vegetables and going fishing. Therefore, I can also share some Japanese culture and its nature.
I have traveled to more than 25 countries and all over Japan. I’m also passionate about photography and know many photogenic places in Japan.
If you prefer to go off the beaten track, I can take you to hidden gems, including some cozy restaurants. Of course, I also know how to enjoy the crowded, most popular tourist sites. I am here to make your trip stress-free. See you soon!
Reviews
Michael C.
“Great day at Himeji”
We had a great day with Shuji. Thankfully, he was with us to navigate Osaka Station and get us on the proper train to Himeji. Once in Himeji, we visited the castle, with Shuji teaching us its history along the way. After the castle, we had lunch and visited the beautiful gardens near the castle. He took pics with his phone throughout the day and airdropped them to us at the conclusion of the tour. It's a long day when you include both legs of the train ride, but Shuji helped us a lot and was very informative about the history of the area and the castle. Great tour!
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Shuji O.
Yes, it was a nice tour. Thank you for the great review. Since it was a little late for the cherry blossoms, we could enjoy the World Heritage castle very much. Yes, it’s really worth visiting. We could enjoy the wonderful restaurant too. I failed it at the best cherry season. We were so lucky. Thank you for the happy tour!
Hamilton H.
“Customized Tour with Deep Knowledge”
Shuji loves history and his passion for sharing stories from the past fills the tour with fun and informative anecdotes about the places you visit. We toured with two children and they remained engaged even in quiet and philosophically demanding places.
Shuji O.
Thank you so much for your wonderful words. The kids were absolutely adorable, and it turned out to be a really fun trip. Vivi was full of energy and just bursting with joy. It felt like I was tagging along on a fun family vacation, but I had a great time too. Thank you so much again!
Jeffrey M.
“A Quiet Day Exploring Ohara”
Our first day in Kyoto was in Ohara, a small but historically significant town NE of the city. Our guide reached our multiple times prior to our meeting to confirm day/time, but also inquired about what our hopes were for the day together. Shuji was on time and we found him to be the ultimate guide for this all day experience. As a retired history teacher, and native to the area, we had a guide with deep insight to places we explored together, which included 800 year old temples punctuated with hip coffee and lunch spots along the way. This was exactly what we were looking for after a hectic pace in Tokyo! If you are looking for a professional and knowledgeable guide to show you to the lessor seen corners of Kyoto, Shuji is the man.
Shuji O.
Thank you for the kind words! We had a nice day with you two. You knew how to enjoy the tour and appreciate the place and its history. We could travel to places that are less crowded but still charming. We enjoyed Ohara very much. We can't expect such a nice tour often. Thank you for the happy talk, too. Have a great time in Japan!
$220/ per group
More tours by Shuji O.
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The best of Kyoto, tailored to your requests.
Kyoto has been the capital of Japan for more than 1,000 years! There are so many historic sites and beautiful places that you will be at a loss for what to choose. Please tell me about your favorite. Considering the access, the season, and the time, I will make a suitable plan. I recommend some hidden gems if you like going off the beaten track. And also the charming famous popular tourist spots worth visiting when it is so busy. I will tell you stories to help you appreciate the place.
The best of Kyoto, tailored to your requests.
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Bamboo grove and Arashiyama area, three World Heritages.
Arashiyama is the hottest tourist destination. It is incredibly beautiful in spring and fall because of its cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. In the fall, the leaves turn brown or red! In the outstanding Tenryuji, you will see a beautiful garden with beautiful mountains in the background. There are many other beautiful places with touching stories in this area. On the way back to downtown, we can visit two world heritage sites, Kinkakuji and Ryoanji. What a wonderful route!
Bamboo grove and Arashiyama area, three World Heritages.
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Visiting Nara from Osaka ～truly the must-see place in Japan～
Nara: the must-see place in Japan. Nara was the capital of ancient Japan before Kyoto became the capital. In the Nara era, Buddhism played an important role in stabilizing the country. So you can see many big old temples there. Many of these are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites and are concentrated in a small area. So, if you have only one free day to spend in the Kansai area, I highly recommend visiting Nara.
Visiting Nara from Osaka ～truly the must-see place in Japan～
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Walking tour in Eastern Kyoto
Since there are so many beautiful places densely in eastern Kyoto, we can take a walking tour there. Please add or skip some. This is an example of a walking tour in eastern Kyoto, emphasizing history and culture. We will use the train only once or twice.
Walking tour in Eastern Kyoto
Other Popular Shore Excursion Tours in Osaka
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Best of Osaka and Kyoto, Cruise Excursion
Since there are so many beautiful places in Kyoto, please choose one or two places to visit. I can recommend some places depending on the season or situation. And on the way to Kyoto, you can visit Osaka Castle and the Sky Building or Dotonbori in Osaka.
Best of Osaka and Kyoto, Cruise Excursion
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Cruise ship excursion to Kyoto 8 hours
Kyoto tour starting from Osaka Port. We will visit nice spots according to the season. For example, in the fall, we visit Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama, the bamboo forest, Jojakkoji Temple (a mecca for fall foliage), Tenryuji (a World Heritage site), and Kinkakuji Temple (the Golden Temple). We return to Osaka Port by 5:00 PM.
Cruise ship excursion to Kyoto 8 hours