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Hidden gems in South part of Osaka, Kishiwada castle and cultural day tour
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Visit Kishiwada Castle, a quiet castle in Osaka, offering a peaceful alternative to crowded Osaka Castle.
See nearby shrines and temples and learn about Japanese culture.
Enjoy a Japanese set lunch by a Japanese garden, appreciating the beauty of each dish.
Finish at Kishiwada Danjiri Hall, where you can see festival floats up close and, depending on timing, try playing the Japanese drums.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Takojizo station of Nankai Line
- We will meet at the north ticket gate of Takojizo Station on the Nankai Line.
Kishiwada Castle
Kishiwada Castle is a historic, peaceful castle in Osaka, smaller and quieter than Osaka Castle. Visitors can enjoy the castle grounds, learn about its history, and appreciate its calm atmosphere.
Kishiki Shrine
Kishiki Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine near Kishiwada Castle. Visitors can explore the traditional shrine grounds, learn about Japanese spiritual customs, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere that reflects local culture and history.
Lunch time
It’s time for lunch at a restaurant with a beautiful Japanese garden. You can enjoy a variety of Japanese dishes, including tempura, sashimi, and other seasonal specialties, served in a traditional set meal style. Each dish allows you to appreciate the beauty and flavors of Japanese cuisine.
Kishiwada Danjiri Hall
At Kishiwada Danjiri Hall, you can see festival floats up close and watch videos showing how they are handcrafted. Even if you’ve never attended the festival, you can learn about this famous event and its cultural significance.
Takojizo Temple
Next, we’ll visit Takojizo Temple, known for its unique charm and local legends. Here, you’ll hear an interesting traditional folktale that brings the history and culture of the area to life.
Ending Point
Takojizo 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
Transportation fee
Lunch 3100yen/per person(Please kindly cover the guide’s meal as well)
Admission fee of the castle 500yen/per person
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
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 2025
About Tour Guide Ryoko T.
I was born and raised in Osaka, so I’m a true local! I love traveling—both around Japan and overseas—and discovering new places, cultures, and of course… delicious food!
In addition to being a guide, I also run my own office as a certified labor and social security attorney in Japan. Thanks to this professional background, you can feel assured that I’m a trustworthy and responsible guide who can flexibly arrange tours to fit your needs.
Before starting my own practice, I also worked as a tour conductor for domestic bus tours, traveling all around Japan for a year. This experience gave me the chance to visit many regions and learn how to take care of guests in different travel settings.
I can take you on food tours to hidden local bars and restaurants loved by Osakans, or guide you through Japan’s rich history with visits to shrines, temples, and castles. Whether you want to experience Osaka like a local foodie or dive into cultural traditions, I’ll create a tour that’s perfect for you.
I’m also a photography enthusiast, so you’ll get some great photos taken by me as a souvenir from our tour!
Let’s enjoy Osaka together—just like locals do!
Reviews
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Rowena S.
“Thank you Ryoko san”
Thank you Ryoko san
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Ryoko T.
Thank you very much for your kind review. I also received a lovely message from George, and I’m truly delighted to know that they enjoyed the tour. I really appreciate the opportunity to guide for your guests again. Thank you so much.
Dennis F.
“Food and culture Ryoko knows Osaka ”
I had the pleasure to have Ryoko as my guide and she is a charming, intelligent, and very knowledgeable native of Osaka. The lady knows the city. The best part of our tour was walking around the neighborhoods and seeing all the different aspects of the city and culture. She also took me to an excellent barbecue restaurant which made my day. I highly recommend her for a guided tour of specially if you seek food and culture.
Ryoko T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! You have such a great sense of humor, and I truly enjoyed spending time with you as well. I’m so glad you appreciated both the neighborhoods and the food—especially that unforgettable barbecue Please do come back to Osaka again, and next time I’ll be happy to show you even more hidden gems!
Rahul K.
“amazing trip !!! ”
Had a fabulous time with Ryoko. She planned every part of my customised itinerary to the detail.
Ryoko T.
Hi Rahul, Thank you so much for your excellent review. I’m really glad to hear you enjoyed spending the full day with me, and I truly appreciate your kind words. I hope you also had a wonderful time with your family in Japan. Best regards, Ryoko
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