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Osaka’s Hidden Gem with Local Guide
Joined 2024
Do you think Osaka is just a bustling city and the city of comedy？
I’d love to show two temples and a shrine adored by the Osaka natives.Shitennoji Temple, Isshinji Temple and Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine.
One of them dates back 2000 years,we are visiting there by tram running near local houses.
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
Shitennoji Temple
The first state-established Buddhist temple in Japan founded in 593 by Shotoku Taishi.He remains a very popular figure among Japanese people, his portrait used to be printed on the 10,000 yen banknote.
Isshinji Temple
Isshinji is a 5 minute walk from Shitennoji Temple.
It is known as the Common People’s Temple.
The ashes of over 20,000 of the deceased faithful are brought to Isshinji Temple each year to make into a life-sized statue of Amida Buddha.Fourteen statues in total have been made,which means that the spirits of 2.5 million people are honored in the temple.
Lunch
Lunch at Abeno Harukas,which is the second tallest building in Japan is a 10 minute walk from Isshinji Temple.
There is an observation deck if you want to look over the whole of Osaka.
Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine
One of Japan’s most renowned shrine,Sumiyoshi Taisha was founded in 211. At the beginning of each year, more than 2million worshippers visit the shrine to pray for health and prosperity in the coming year.
The Honden Main Shrines are all national treasures of Japan.
Ending Point
Back to your hotel
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
Meet up at your hotel
Transportation fee for guide
Lunch for guide
Transportation fee (Osaka Metro,Tram)
Lunch
Admission fee (Abeno Harukas Obsrevation deck)for you and your guide
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
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.
$357/ per group
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