Halfday Private Tour Osaka castle & Gastronomy: A Street Food Expedition at Korean Town
Joined 2024
Discover the dynamic blend of history and culture on our tour that takes you through Osaka Castle and Koreatown’s rich culinary landscape. Begin your journey at Osaka Castle, a profound symbol of Japan’s heritage.
Next, delve into the vibrant history of Korean immigration as we venture into Koreatown. Located in Tsuruhashi, this enclave offers a feast for the senses with its bustling markets and authentic eateries.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Osaka or Train station in Osaka city.
Osaka castle
Experience a half-day personalized tour delving into the rich history and vibrant culture of Osaka, featuring iconic landmarks including Osaka Castle, Kuromon Market, and Dotonbori. Discover the footsteps of historical figures such as Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu. Conclude your tour in the lively Dotonbori area.
Korean Town
Embark on a delectable food tour through Koreatown in Tsuruhashi, Osaka! This lively neighborhood is a haven for food enthusiasts eager to explore Korean cuisine and culture right in the heart of Osaka.
Begin your culinary adventure by indulging in savory Korean barbecue, where you can grill premium cuts of meat at your table, accompanied by an assortment of banchan (side dishes). Next, sample the iconic street food offerings such as tteokbokki (spicy stir-fried rice cakes), hotteok (sweet filled pancakes), and crispy fried chicken coated in a variety of flavorful sauces.
As you stroll through the bustling streets, don’t miss the chance to taste different types of kimchi, a staple in Korean cuisine known for its bold flavors and health benefits.
Miyuki street shopping street 御幸通商店街
The name “Miyuki-dori” comes from the fact that people from Baekje lived in this area around the 5th century.
The shopping street stretches more than 500 meters from east to west, and is lined with 150 stores selling everything from Korean food to cosmetics and sundries.
In recent years, K-POP and other forms of Korean culture have become a boom among young people, and Tsuruhashi has become a spot where more and more Korean fans gather.
Information around Korean Town / Tsuruhashi area
NOBEHANOYU TSURUHASHI
Natsural Onsen experience
Adult JPY 1000
Child 560
Ending Point
Korean Town or Onsen or Tsuruhashi Station
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 and hospitality
Please prepare cash, Korean town payment is mostly cash only.
Food and Drink
Pubulic transportation fee:
One day subway card for weekend JPY620 per person.
Admission fee to enter Osaka castle JPY 600 per person until March 31st,2025.
Admission fees for Osaka Castle will be revised to 1,200 yen from April 1, 2025.
Lunch around JPY 2000 each person.
Please cover the admission fee and transportation costs and lunch for the guide.
Please prepare cash for payment at facility.
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Weekday only
Important message from the supplier
Transportation fee and lunch fee for yourself ans the guide will be paid by the customer.
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 2024
About Tour Guide Akari Y.
I have started guiding in the Kansai area since 2023. I am passionate about introducing the history of Japan.
I am happy to introduce guests from overseas to the Japanese culture established by our predecessors.
I will introduce Japanese culture, food, cuisine, sake, nature, manga, spiritual culture, history, Buddhism, Shinto, Shugendo, pilgrimage paths, and other topics of interest.
Let me introduce myself. I was born in Osaka and grew up in Osaka and Kyoto. I have lived in the U.S., China, and Australia when I was young.
Reviews
Jay Z.
“Fun Historic Tour”
Great and enthusiastic guide! She brought us to Korea town and the museum of housing and living. On the way, she talked about the history of Japan’s culture and religious history and I found it interesting. It is clear she is passionate about Japan’s rich history and loves to share it with the world. Thanks Akari!
Akari Y.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for joining me your special day for two of you. It was truly a pleasure to guide you through the Korean Market, and I thoroughly enjoyed introduce Japanese history. Exploring Korean Market together and diving into local fish Market and its rich cultural stories was such a rewarding experience, especially when we had the chance to meet and talk to some local Market lady and try whale skin along the way. Your curiosity and interest made the morning even more enjoyable, and I hope you took away some memorable insights about this vibrant city. It’s always wonderful to share a deeper understanding of Japan's past and present with fellow people like you. Should you ever return to Osaka, I’d be happy to show you more hidden gems of the city! Wishing you safe travels and hope our paths cross again soon. Than you very much Jay and Z
$140/ per group
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