Osaka Castle and Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine Private Half-Day Tour

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About this activity

This walking tour takes you to the two loved spots by many Osaka citizen.

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine is the most visited shrine in Osaka. Each year more than 2.5 million people visit the shrine in the first three days of the year.

There are many interesting spots in the premise which are good for good marriage, good business and for safe delivery of babies, etc.,

Osaka Castle is the symbol of Osaka and its citizen. The lord who built the castle originally is regarded as a hero of Osaka and as the person who unified Japan after about 100 years of war period in Japan in the 16th century.

Your guide will tell you about the role Osaka has played in the past and now and culture and people of Osaka.

We use public transportation between sites.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Korean, Japanese, English
Operated by: ALL STAR OSAKA WALK

Ages: Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Private Tour

Not included

Not included: Transportation (subway, tram, railway) fee: Adult around 1,000 yen, Child around 500 yen
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Insurance

Itinerary

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine

1 h 30 min

The most visited Shinto shrine in Osaka with a beautiful and bright orange color arched bridge. Learn a little more about Japanese people and its religion. Immense yourself to a historical site and feel why Japanese people visit shrines for good marriage, happy life, good business, longevity etc., You can check yourself if your dream iwll come easily or not, too!
Osaka Castle Otemon Gate

30 min

This is the main entrance to the gate.

It's a second generation gate, but was built more than 400 years ago.

There are many good picture taking spots between here and the castle top.
Osaka Castle

one hour Admission included

Originally built in the late 16th Century when Japan was in turmoil, samurai fighting to unify Japan by force.

Your guide will tell you legends and interesting stories behind the castle and people of then and now.

Go up to the castle top and enjoy the grand view of the city, feeling like the lord of this castle.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Alexander Namba
Natural Hot Spring Midosuji Hotel
Swissotel Nankai Osaka
OYO 644 Hotel Art Inn Namba
Kuromon Crystal Hotel
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka-Namba
The OneFive Osaka Namba-Kuromon
Hotel Dans Le Coeur Osaka Umeda
Toyoko Inn Osaka Nippombashi Bunraku Gekijo Mae
Red Roof Inn & Suites Osaka Namba Nippombashi
Cinnamon Hotel
Citadines Namba Osaka

and 508 more pickup points

We use public transportation(s) like trains and subways.

We’ll meet you up at your hotel if located in the City or meet you at designated meeting point like Osaka port (Tempozan) or Osaka Metro Stations.

Pick up from Kobe will be 5,000 yen additional per group. Please pay to your guide on the spot.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Visiting order may vary under circumstances
Infant meals not included
Tour guide will be holding the All Star Osaka yellow flag.
Tours are not covered by insurance
Hotel and port pickup is available or meet in front of the Tourist Information Namba: ground level of Takashimaya Department Store and Nankai Railway Namba Station at 1:50 pm on tour day.
The tour takes place rain or shine
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities, using a wheelchair or strollers
Please wear comfortable walking shoes