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Osaka Castle and Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine Private Half-Day Tour
Product code 22288P18
From
From JPY 25,000
Dates
Jun 8, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 6-11, Adult ages 12-85
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Osaka Castle and the Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Korean, Japanese
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 25,000
Osaka Castle and Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine Private Half-Day Tour
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Korean, Japanese
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
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.
Overview
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.
What's Included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private Tour
Not included
Transportation (subway, tram, railway) fee: Adult around 1,000 yen, Child around 500 yen
Lunch
Gratuities
Insurance
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 1
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!
Stop 2
30 minutes
Stop 2
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.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 3
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.
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
Visiting order may vary under circumstances
Other
Infant meals not included
Other
Tour guide will be holding the All Star Osaka yellow flag.
Other
Tours are not covered by insurance
Other
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.
Other
The tour takes place rain or shine
Other
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities, using a wheelchair or strollers
Other
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
5 reviews
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