Osaka Castle Semi Private Bus Tour Dotombori & Sky Building EXPLORER TOURS

Osaka Castle Semi Private Bus Tour
Dotombori & Sky Building

Osaka Castle Semi Private Bus Tour
Dotombori & Sky Building

Osaka has several famous attractions worth a visit. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, Shinsekai, Tsutenkaku, and America mura are popular with the locals and foreign visitors. Within the city, places like Osaka Castle, Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, center of Osaka's food culture Kuromon Market, the busy street of Dotombori, tranquil area of Hozenji yokocho, and of course Umeda Sky Building are hot spots where you can taste, feel, experience, and fully submerge yourself in this fun packed tour.

We start the tour in Osaka castle where you can enjoy Plum blossom in the start of spring, Cherry blossom in spring, and the colorful autumn foliage in the fall. The beautiful castle tower and magnificent stone walls are a marvel, surrounded with lush nature giving you a feel of being out of the city.
Since the ancient times, Osaka has been knows as Heaven's Kitchen. Today, Osaka is known as the "Kuidaore" city symbolizing the amazing food selection we have here. "Tabearuki" meaning walk-eating is something we often do here in Osaka and Kuromon Market is the perfect place for this! In Kuromon Market, you can purchase food such as Sushi, Japanese Black Beef, Udon, and Takoyaki, and enjoy them while you walk around. There is also an eat-in area in the market where you can sit down and enjoy the food you have purchased.
The best area to truly feel the Osaka vibe is Dotombori. Famous Glico sign and giant crab sign of Kani Doraku can be found in this area. The idea of "If we are making a sign, lets make is grand" is a typical Osaka mentality. From the flashy signs of Dotombori, walk the stone pavement of Hozenji Yokocho where there are several Michelin Star restaurants and enjoy the slow and relaxing atmosphere of this area.
At Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, enjoy a travel back in time to the Edo Period. Experience the livelihood and lifestyle of Osaka in the Edo period through the replica they have created in this museum.
Umeda Sky Building, a beautiful and popular spot to visit. This structure has made the Top 20 list of world buildings, and is the only entry from Japan and has been featured on the Lonely Planet guidebooks. The Floating Garden Observatory gives visitors a superb 360 degree view of Osaka. After enjoying the sunset, see the shining bright lights of the city from high above.

Osaka Castle

The largest historical building in Osaka was first built in 1583. The current building we see today was built in 1931 and when you visit, you will learn the historical importance and culture of Osaka.

Kuromon Market (lunch)

Osaka people's kitchen Kuromon market started around 1822 when fish merchants started selling fish every morning in this area. In 1912 a major fire destroyed the area and the nearby local shrine. The blackened gates of the burned down shrine existed for years hence the name Kuromon (black gate) was born. Enjoy the food culture of Osaka in Kuromon market.

Hozen-ji

Founded in 1637, Hozenji was destroyed during WW2. Only the Honzon and Mizukake Fudo statues survived in this temple. It is said that worshipers who did not have any gifts for the temple started pouring water on the statues and prayed for their wishes. Hozenji is a temple which gives you a feel of calm in the heart of a bustling city.

Dotonbori

Officially named Dotonbori in 1615, this area is the center of entertainment in Osaka. See the gigantic and lively billboards of restaurants and shops that symbolize modern Osaka we love today.

Tenjinbashisuji Shotengai

The longest shopping arcade in Japan spanning 2.6km. This is the shotengai where all the locals go. The history can be dated back to 1653, and about 600 shops line this lively arcade.

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

The Museum of Housing and Living is the first of its kind to reproduce Japan during the Edo period. Explore the history and culture of living in Osaka during the Edo period (1830s).

Umeda Sky Building

Built in 1993, Umeda Sky Building is 173m high and 40 stories from the ground. The two towers are connected with the circular observatory. Of world renowned architecture and was chosen as one of 20 iconic buildings by the Times in 2008.

Tour Details

10:00
In front of Shinsaibashi OPA

Osaka Castle

Kuromon Market (lunch)

Hozen-ji

Dotonbori

Tenjinbashisuji Shotengai

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Umeda Sky Building

Osaka

Tour Price (Total / 1person)

Adult

¥11,000

Child（4～15years）

¥5,500

※Tax included

Duration	8hours
Inclusions	･Charter fee/driver ･English-speaking Conductor ･Mandarin-speaking conductor ･Parking fees ･Admission fee
Exclusions	･Lunch
Tour Conductor	･English ･Mandarin
Req. to Run Tour	2people
Max Num of Passengers	Max 12people *Please contact us for reservations for more than 12 passengers.
Meeting Place	1-4-3, Nishi-shinsaibashi,Chuo-ku Osaka-shi,Osaka 3-2-4, Umeda,Kita-ku Osaka-shi,Osaka

Directions to Meeting Place

Availability Calendar

Osaka Castle Semi Private Bus Tour Dotombori & Sky Building

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Reservation Minimum 2 Passengers

Reservations for the following day are accepted until 21:00PM

Please refrain from carrying your child on your lap when on board the vehicle.
Children from 0 years old to 3 years old can join the tour for free.
Children fee from 4 years old to 15 years old.
Children below the age of 15 years old must be accompanied by a guardian or parent.
In addition, passengers age 16-20 years old travelling alone is required to submit a signed consent form by a parent or guardian. Please inform us beforehand by e-mail.
We may ask you to present your identification to confirm your name and/or age.

Cancellation Fee
10 days before scheduled tour 20%
7 days before scheduled tour 30%
Day before scheduled tour 40%
On the day of scheduled tour before 9:30AM 50%
On the day of scheduled tour after 9:30AM 100%
No Show 100%
※Cancellations received after business hours will be processed the following business day.

Important Points

Departure policy

Please present your booking confirmation e-mail to the Tour Conductor at the pick-up point.
Please be at the pick-up point 15 minutes before departure.
Change of pick-up/drop-off locations are not allowed.
The vehicle will depart on-time, please arrive before departure time.
We may occur delays due to bad traffic, accidents on roads, or severe weather etc. We will not be liable to later costs of taxis and/or train fares etc for passengers.
Please understand we will not be liable for your other bookings (cars, private vehicles, ferry, public transport, etc) due to delays occurred while on tour.

In the bus

The vehicle has no luggage compartment, please avoid bringing large luggage on board the vehicle.
The vehicle has no toilets.
There is no smoking allowed on board the vehicle.
Please be mindful of your belongings.
Please refrain from over consuming alcohol. Overly intoxicated passengers may be asked to disembark without compensations.
Please refrain from carrying your child on your lap when on board the vehicle.

Other

If our staff, tour conductor, translator, driver etc find your actions unlawful, passenger may be asked to leave the tour without compensation.
Our vehicle is non-wheelchair accessible.
We do not offer cash refunds on the day. *Please see cancellation policy
Please be mindful of other passengers.
Some facilities, shops, restaurants may be closed on the day of tour.
There are some unexpected dates where you may be declined entry to a shrine or temple due to religious activities.
Please note that there are some areas, structures, statues, historical sites, etc that prohibit photography.

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