Hidden Namba Sake Tour
Explore the back streets of Namba at night on a guided tour. The tour will allow you to try delicious street foods and sake.
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$130.00
OsakaPrivate Tour4 hours
Osaka Tours
Visit the fascinating city of Osaka in Japan on private guided tours and see all it has to offer. It has history, culture, cuisine and architecture from the past but most of all it has a welcoming, friendly atmosphere like no other in Japan and owns the title of The Venice of the East.
Osaka is the second largest city in the Country and is also the second major gateway to Japan. Some people would say that Osaka is not very attractive, but this is a case of ‘beauty being in the eye of the beholder.' The futuristic skyline is a wonder of modern day beauty and should be admired, and the ancient architecture is in such contrast and is so magnificently beautiful.
There is no better example of classical Japanese architecture than the Osaka Castle which was constructed and completed in the late 1500's. This building is spectacular, and the history you learn on an Osaka guided tour is great. A few of the other unique places to visit on private sightseeing tours are Shitenno-Ji Temple, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, the Umeda Sky Building, Tennoji Park and the famed Osaka Zoo.
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Nara & the Secret Shrine of Omiwa
Travel back in time and visit three specific Shrines that began the history of Japan and learn as you enjoy this exclusive tour.
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$284.00
OsakaPrivate Tour10 to 11 hours
Osaka Shrine and Temple Tour
Visit three Shrines and one Temple on this unique tour and learn the difference between them as well as enjoying traditional Japanese cuisine and drink.
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$195.00
OsakaPrivate Tour5 hours
Private Japanese Cultural Sightseeing Tours to the Classic Osaka Castle
Once the biggest castle in Japan the Osaka Castle was constructed in the late 1500's over a short period only three years. Commissioned by the politician and commander Toyotomi Hideyoshi, it is said that he supplied a six meter high stone to add to the building as all other commanders at the time were ordered to do.
Sightseeing tours Osaka and Osaka city tours have named the Castle one of the top tourist attractions in this region of Japan and a perfect vantage point for panoramic pictures of the city. Many visitors to the city have named the castle one of the highlights of their trip to Japan.
Travel Tips for Osaka
If you want a little more than Osaka city tours, then book your holiday to Japan sometime around the end of March as you can see one of the most famous wrestling tournaments in Japan The fantastic Spring Sumo Tournament. There are many unique festivals held in Osaka in the high season at the end of July and beginning of August which is also a perfect time to see the incredible cultural sights of this beautiful city in Japan.
Depending on the exchange rates in your home country the Japanese Yen can fluctuate quite a bit. Many hotel rooms can vary from basic costing 12,000 yen to four and five stars charging up to 30,000 yen. Many expert's say approximately 10,000 yen per day will be more than enough to have a good experience in Japan. The street food is unique here, and the vendors will be happy to cater to your needs at a very reasonable price.
On sightseeing tours Osaka your guide will be shown how to show respect and bow correctly. While walking down the street, please note it is frowned upon to use your phone, eat or smoke on the streets of Japan. Tipping is frowned upon if you leave a tip on the table at an eatery because the server may chase you down the street to give you your money back. Culturally Japanese people are happy to serve and help customers and tourists.
This region of Japan has an unpredictable subtropical climate with sometimes very high humidity. The highest temperatures are in the months of July / August with highs averaging up and above 30 degrees. Springtime in March / April is a lovely time to visit the city with its gorgeous intoxicating tree blossoms and mild temperatures it is perfectly tolerable for tourists on Osaka guided tours around this beautiful Japanese city.