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Osaka Must-See Places Half-Day Tour
Joined 2024
Osaka has so many interesting places to visit. But if you are tight on time, why don’t you go just must-see-places ,Osaka castle and Dotonbori area with me?
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
I meet you at your hotel in Osaka
Osaka Castle
The five-story castle is one of the most visually spectacular creations in Japan with a history that dates back almost 450years.
The main keep of Osaka Castle is not the original from feudal times but rather a reconstruction, which was built in 1931. Nevertheless people in Osaka are extremely proud of it because it was constructed through donations from the citizens of the city.
Donations were collected about 70 billion yen in today’s money in only half a year.
Vistors to Osaka Castle can enter inside,and you can catch a breathtaking view of the surrounding area on the top floor.
Dotonbori
Osaka’s hotspot for tourists .
Dotonbori is filled with towering neon signs, 3Dsigns, bars and restaurants serving up local specialities.
The origins of the Dotonbori area date back to the early 1600s, when a local businessman widened the banks of the Dotonbori River in the hopes of increasing commercial opportunities.
Ending Point
Back to your hotel or wherever you want in Osaka
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
hotel meet-up fee
transportation fee for guide
admission fee to OsakaCastel for guide
Admission fee to Osaka Castle
For adult is 600 yen
Children below the age of 15 can enter free of charge
transportation fee(Osaka Metro)
food at stalls
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Please ask me what time you want to start this tour
Important message from the supplier
I am not available on weekends.
I am happy to meet you at hotel.
About car tours,as my Mercedes is a two-saeter car,it is possible if you are a solo traveler.
Big-sized group is also possible by public transportation.
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 Tomoe K.
Hi, I’m Tome.
I am a national licensed guide interpreter for English speaking tourists.
I am a genuine Osaka-native,living in Osaka.I have an outrageous affection for my hometown.Tokyo is not everything that Japan has to offer!
I am thrilled to be your guide to convey the charm of Osaka.I also specialize in the Kansai region,Kyoto and Nara.
I was a full time mom until my three boys grew up.After they became independent,I worked hard to earn this qualification to become a tour guide.
I would love to show you not only iconic tourist attractions but also places that only locals know.
I love meeting people from different backgrounds and learning new things,and sharing lots of fun.
I’d love to help you enjoy the days in the Kansai area and create memories of a wonderful trip.
Would you like to ride my convertical Mercedes to drive around Osaka,or further to Nara,Kyoto and Wakayama with me?
I am looking forward to seeing you soon. Thank you.
$292/ per group
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