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Osaka: Culinary Culture Tour 6 hours
In this tour, first we will visit Osaka Castle, one of the must-see spots in Osaka. Then we will visit food-related places, such as Dohtonbori Canal Area and
Kuromon Market. Sometimes, Osaka is called "Tenka no Daidokoro". It means, "the kitchen of the country". We will visit these exciting spots, focusing on the culinary culture in Osaka. In the conclusion of this tour, you will have an idea why Osaka is called "Tenka no Daidokoro".
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Osaka city, or some place easy to meet each other.
Osaka Castle
The view from the top of Castle Tower is wonderful. You can see all the directions from there, as if you were a Samurai leader in the Warring State Period.
Gokuraku-bashi Bridge
Before Osaka Castle was constructed, there was a large temple hall for a Buddhist group up on the site. They regarded this place as Paradise. Then, the bridge was called “Gokuraku-bashi”, or “Bridge for Paradise”. Many people came and crossed the bridge in order to reach the Paradise.
Dohtonbori Canal Area
There used to be several playhouses and Kabuki theaters along the street. They were built since the early17th century and had stayed over the centuries as the mecca of entertainments. But now, only one Kabuki theater is remained.
Lunch
What would you like to have for lunch, Sushi, Okonomi-yaki, Kushikatsu, Udon noodles, or Ramen?
Hohzenji Temple
This little temple is very-well known for its Fudo Myooh statue. He is one of the Buddhist images, and this particular Fudo Myooh is covered with moss all over his body. He keeps evils away from people and fulfill your wishes, according to the teachings of Buddha.
American ( a Coffee Shop)
This old coffee shop began doing business a year after the war ended, 1946.
Dohguya-suji Market
Professional cooks, restaurant managers and barroom owners come to this street and pick up kitchen utensils on Dohguya-suji Market. You might want to get Takoyaki iron board there?. We will walk through Ebisubashi-suji Street to get to this market.
Kuromon Food Market
There are about 150 shops in the market. They sell vegetables, fruits, meats, seafood as usual. However, they also have Japanese pickle shop and dried food shops. However, you may find different type of fish such as blowfish, turtles, etc, at fish shop.
Tour End
Toshi can take you back to your hotel in Osaka. Or somewhere convenient for you.
Ending Point
Nipponbashi Metro Station, or your hotel. Or some place conveniet for you.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, hotel meet-up
Some restaurants, taxis, temples, and museums do not take credit card. Toshi will tell you, in advance, how much money you will need for the tour. Transportation fares (for you and the guide), lunch are not included, or other misc. purchases. Thank you.
Tour Important Information
* Toshi will charge actual transportation fare to get to your hotel from his home in Osaka at the end of the tour. (R.T.)
* Duration of guiding service : minimum 6 hours and maximum 8 hours during the period of March 20th ~ November 31st.
* This tour is for those who do not mind walking 8~9 km or 5~6 miles in average. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
* It is recommended that you purchase insurance for your trip to Japan.
* If you are working for a travel agency, please note that my guiding service is not available for your tour program, thank you.
Important message from the guide
* Toshi will charge actual transportation fee (R.T.) to get to your hotel from his home in Osaka at the end of the tour.
* Duration of guiding service : minimum 6 hours and maximum 10 hours during the period of March 20th ~ November 31st.
* If you are working for a travel agency, please note that my guiding service is not available for your tour program, thank you.
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
Osaka Tour Reviews
“Great guide ”
Toshi was a great guide and was very patient with our family of 4. He was very knowledgeable and very flexible with our plans.
Toshi M.
(37 reviews)It is fun to be among the fine family as a guide. Everybody in your family seemed very happy. That made me happy too, to be a guide for your family. It was very pleasant day for me too. Thank you very much for your review. Take care.
Kimberly N.
Kyoto : Fushimi Inarii ・Kiyomizu-dera・Geisha District
“Amazing day learning about Kyoto”
We had a wonderful day with Toshi as our guide. We got to visit both shrines and temples with facts around the history of the locations. Toshi was very friendly and really made our day enjoyable. I would highly recommend!
Toshi M.
(37 reviews)Hi Kimberly and Alex, Thank you for enjoying your tour today with me. Weather was nice, cherry blossoms are nice, your review is very nice, you guys were really nice. I' myself enjoyed the tour a lot too, as a guide. Excellent guests! Merci beaucoup Toshi M.
“Young & old … perfekt ”
It was a nice Tour thru some hotspots of Osaka. Toshi is a very friendly guy. He gives me every Information i ask for. Domo arigato!! :-)
Toshi M.
(37 reviews)Hi Jorg, Osaka castle had maybe too many visitors that you did not feel like going up there. But seemingly you enjoyed visiting the 1860s museum. I'm glad that you enjoyed that place with Kimono on you. I felt like I was with one of close friends of mine. Very nice review. Thank you for that. I really appreciate it. Hope you will continuously have a fun time while you are in Japan. Take Care, Toshi M.
