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Osaka "Free Itinerary" Tour [8 Hours]

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Osaka

English (Native), Japanese

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Jay T.)

Up to 8 people

You've a tour group with many ideas. Some have done research, while others want to go with the flow. You can't find a tour that ticks all the boxes. Until now. I'll take you to your chosen destinations, and if we pass by a hidden gem, I'll share it with you.

This tour gives you the freedom to make changes on a whim for 8 hours! Whether you want to switch up the itinerary or explore a lesser-known spot more deeply, I am all in. I thrive on spontaneity and am happy to accommodate your every whim.

Jay T.

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

Ship, train, or hotel

- I can meet you at your cruise ship arrival terminal, an Osaka hotel, or perhaps at a convenient station, such as Osaka Station.

08:30 AM

Osaka Castle (Itinerary may vary!)

This would be the first place we have discussed visiting in Osaka, or 16th Century Osaka Castle if you have no other idea.

10:00 AM

Tsutenkaku/Shinsekai (Itinerary may vary!)

This would be the second place we discussed, or the Shinsekai entertainment district.

12:30 PM

Kuromon Market (Itinerary may vary!)

This would be the third place we discussed, or famous Kuromon Market street. It's a great place to grab a bite to eat, too.

01:00 PM

Doutombori river area? (Itinerary may vary!)

We move on to see the next location (maybe the Sky building). Again, it will be a place we previously discussed, or the Doutombori riverfront. Doutombori can be an excellent place for dinner and drinks after dinner. I can either escort you to some places I enjoy, or you may wish to end the tour here.

(Who Knows?)

This entire tour can be based on your ideas. BEFORE you book, please contact me and let's talk about them!

Ending Point

Back where we started, or drop-off at a nearby location of your choice.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Private Guide (me!)

Pickup and drop-off on foot

What‘s not included

I suggest a total of at least 3000 yen cash per person for incidental expenses. These may include:

Entry to certain shrines, temples, gardens, museums. Such fees are usually small, but Osaka Castle is 2000 yen. Sky Building's rooftop viewpoint is also 2000 yen.

Transportation: Walking or Train/Bus/Subway (not included)

OPTIONAL to cover in-city transit for each person who needs it: ¥2,500

Personal expenses. Drinks, Snacks, Meals at your expense. (YOURS, not mine!)

Good idea to bring change/small bills to use in vending machines to buy drinks. There will be convenience stores, and may be souvenir shops on the road.

Shrines and many small shops still only take Japanese cash.

Tour Important Information

Itinerary listed is merely a loose guide! Especially on THIS tour!

I don't guarantee we'll be able to visit any particular place, although I'll do my best. We will at times need to change the order of events, places we visit, etc. as determined on the day of the tour. Japanese attractions also have a habit of suddenly closing without notice. If this occurs, I'll simply fill in that time with something else I think you'd enjoy.

These are all WALKING tours, and we may cover significant distances (sometimes >10km per four hours) on foot. Please dress appropriately for that, and for the weather. Japan can get quite hot and humid in summer, and it gets chilly in the winter. Sunblock, insect repellent, etc. recommended.

Roadways and walking areas in Japan can be quite rough and uneven. Please watch your step! Injury liability is usually determined by the courts to be the walker's fault for lack of care, not that of anyone else.