Osaka Early Bird Tour

Osaka Early Bird Tour

A half-day tour covering the most characteristic places in Osaka.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Dotonbori, Dotombori, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0076 Osaka Prefecture

The tour begins with the exploration of the narrow alleys so typical of Osaka. There will be new discoveries each time we turn a corner. Can you guess what the shops around you deal in by their signboards?

In Hozenji Temple, you can face a very rare mystic Buddha (Mizukake Fudo). What is the statue covered with?

Also, can you tell why they put small torii gates in the alleys?

We will also take a walk around Dotonbori area which is the most popular tourist spot in Osaka. Since there are not so many people in the early morning, you can take pictures with funny poses in front of the very famous signboard ‘The Glico Man’.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Shinsekai, 1 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwaku, Osaka 556-0002 Osaka Prefecture

You can enjoy plenty of colorful signs in Shinsekai. Iconic Tsutenkaku Tower, beloved by Osaka people, and the surrounding area full of restaurants are worth visiting. There are a lot of weird baby-like statues shining in gold in front of shops or as signboards. You don’t see these statues outside of Osaka. Find out what kind of ritual is said to bring you good luck.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: 1-11-18 Shitennoji, Tennoji, Osaka 543-0051 Osaka Prefecture

One of the oldest temples in Japan is Shitennoji. Since its establishment in 593, it has been a spiritual home for the people of Osaka. Let's take a leisurely walk through the quiet premises. In the pond in the precincts lots of creatures can be seen. They increased so much because Buddhism forbids the killing of living things.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Osaka Castle, 1-1 Osakajo, Chuo-ku, Osaka 540-0002 Osaka Prefecture

It’s a must-see when you visit Osaka. While walking through this very large site you can try to imagine how a samurai general might have planned to attack this well-built castle.

After climbing to the top of the main building we are rewarded with a splendid view of the city of Osaka.

Duration: 1 hour