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Osaka Private Tour - Whole view of the castle main building.
Whole view of the castle main building.
Osaka Private Tour - "Otemon" gate, the main entrance to the castle.
"Otemon" gate, the main entrance to the castle.
Osaka Private Tour - Distant view of the castle.
Distant view of the castle.
Osaka Private Tour - Moat surrounding the castle buildings.
Moat surrounding the castle buildings.
Osaka Private Tour - View from the top of the eight-storied castle main building.
View from the top of the eight-storied castle main building.
Osaka Private Tour - Distant view of the castle.
Distant view of the castle.
Osaka Private Tour - Statue of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the founder of Osaka-jo Castle.
Statue of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the founder of Osaka-jo Castle.
Osaka Private Tour - Cherry trees outside the castle gate.
Cherry trees outside the castle gate.

Tour of Osaka-jo Castle

Art, Culture, & Historical
Osaka Tour Guide - Tatsuhiro N.

Joined 2014

Tatsuhiro N.
4.60 / 5
(73 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
Osaka
Japanese (Native), English
4 hours
Private tour (only you and Tatsuhiro N.)
Up to 15 people

(Highlights)

The present castle building looks beautiful, powerful and in perfect harmony with the surrounding environment. However, it was the venue of hegemony, bloody conflicts and natural disasters for many centuries. Once you visit the castle, you will be amazed at the magnificent structures, huge moats and the beautiful natural environment. The view from the top of the eight-storied donjon is splendid. You can reach there either by going up the steep stairways or taking an elevator ride. The castle is in the heart and the landmark of Osaka city, where many modern buildings stand.

(How to enjoy)

You can enjoy a leisurely walk along the one-kilometer road leading to the castle after you get off the train and, once inside the precincts, you cannot spare even a moment without marveling at the sight of an ancient technology and human wisdom, as well as the huge rocks building up the protection walls. Not only seeing the buildings, you can also sit on the grass and enjoy having lunch with your family members or friends.

(Others)

The entrance fee is 600 yen per person and the JR Osaka Loop Line train fare is 300 yen for the ride from Osaka to Osaka-jo-koen station. The fare for the ride between Kyoto and Osaka, meanwhile, is 510 yen.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

View from the top of the castle main building.

Huge foundation rocks

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick-up in Kyoto area

What‘s not included

transportation fee (you and guide), lunch, dinner, entrance fee, hotel pick-up in areas beyond Kyoto area

Tour Important Information

Important message from the supplier

I would like at least 7 days notice before a booking.

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 Guide - Tatsuhiro N.

Joined 2014

Tatsuhiro N.
4.60 / 5
(73 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Tatsuhiro N.

It took me some 20 years to be qualified for this job and I feel honored for being able to help tourists from abroad understand our nation and culture. Japan is a beautiful country with a long history, tradition and rich cultural heritages, having various features in each of the four distinct seasons. Although there are now many visitors from abroad, mainly from Asian countries, they are mostly interested in shopping taking advantage of cheaper yen rather than understanding our people and culture. Kyoto and Nara are the two cities best known by foreign tourists, but not all the aspects of Japanese culture are concentrated there. If you visit the countryside other than these two cities, you will never fail to see the beautiful natural surroundings and people who will warmly welcome you. I wish to work as the bridge between Japanese people and tourists from all over the world.

Reviews

Excellent gentlemanly service

Hiru showed my family around Kyoto for a day. It was extremely hot and he tried his best to make the visit as easy as possible for us. We learnt several interesting facts on history, Buddhism, Shintoism and Kyoto itself. I would recommend fully this experience, the only thing I would say is that if you suffer from the heat or periods of standing and walking then this tour could be challenging for you to complete.

Jack H.

Tatsuhiro N.

Hi Jack-san, Thank you very much for giving me a full mark. I am greatly encouraged by your favorable comment and I will keep your advice in mind in my future job. Best regard, Hiro

Premium tour of Kyoto - Wodnerful!

Tatsuhiro was a wonderful tour guide for our first time in Kyoto. Very accommodating and considerate. Tatsuhiro was very informative on the subjects and historical sites we visited. It was a wonderful experience, definitely recommend!

Brandon W.

Tatsuhiro N.

Hi Brandon-san, Thank you very much for your favorable comment. Nothing is more encouraging and inspiring than receiving a high mark from my customer for the job I have done. I wish you will have enjoyable days ahead. Above all, a good health. Regards, Hiro

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