Osaka : Castle & City Highlights Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Start your day with a visit to Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. This tour includes castle admission, allowing you to enter the main tower and climb to the top floor for panoramic views over Osaka. As you explore, your guide will share stories of the samurai era and the city’s history.

Continue to the vibrant Namba area and visit Namba Yasaka Shrine, famous for its impressive lion-head stage — a unique and photogenic spot.

A highlight of the tour is the included kushikatsu lunch experience. At a local restaurant, you can choose your favorite ingredients and deep-fry them yourself, making it a fun way to enjoy Osaka’s food culture.

In the afternoon, explore Dotonbori’s lively streets filled with neon lights and iconic signs. You will also visit Hozenji Temple and Kuromon Market, known as “Osaka’s kitchen.”

The tour finishes in Shinsekai, home to Tsutenkaku Tower, where you can enjoy its nostalgic atmosphere.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Osaka Castle

Travelers will explore Osaka Castle and its surrounding park, learning about its history and significance. They can admire the impressive architecture, walk through scenic gardens, and enjoy panoramic views from the top of the castle tower.

2 hours • Admission Included

Travelers will visit Namba Yasaka Shrine, famous for its striking lion-head stage. They’ll learn about its cultural significance, take photos of the unique structure, and experience a peaceful atmosphere tucked away in the city.

20 minutes • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Osaka Castle admission fee

Lunch (Kushikatsu, Deep fried skewers)

Transportation fee (Morinomiya Station to Namba Station)

Transportation fee (Kintetsu Nipponbashi Station to Ebisucho Station)

Personal expenses

Options

Normal Itinerary

Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Tokyo at night
Willy15041,Nov 6, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Giulia or guide was great .Her English was perfect and she new her stuff.We visited areas we would never have found without her
Wonderful time
Ernest N,Oct 7, 2019
- Review from Viator
5.00
Sara Garcia did a great job of showing us Shinjuku. Informing us all along the way. Couldn't ask for anything more
Excellent tour
KimPatricia123,Jul 8, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide was Irene. She was very informative and extremely enjoyable to spend time wth. Would highly recommend.
Amazing time with Giulia in Shinjuku
JoGoes12,Jun 11, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing time exploring the different parts of Shinjuku. Giulia was incredibly knowledgeable and had a story for every stop we made. Would definitely recommend!
Excellent inside look at Shinjuku
Lance H,Apr 23, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Irene is a terrific guide who led us through a number of unique sites in Shinjuku that I wouldn't normally have found on my own. She's very informative with a lovely personality. I'd highly recommend this tour to anyone with an interest in Tokyo (whether you've visited before or if it's your first time).
helpful guide
Connector379369,Oct 19, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Did this tour with Miyuki about a week ago. She was very friendly and helpful. I wanted to share Karaoke with local people which is difficult to find - most people now hire private rooms with their friends but Miyuki rang around until she found a tiny bar to go to. After the tour had finished, she took me there. Ask her to do "Amazing Grace" - it's her favourite. A bucket list item for me - thank you Miyuki.
Our guide Artiom was AMAZING! He...
Tiffany N,Feb 5, 2018
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Artiom was AMAZING! He took us on an incredible journey of Shinjuku and made the city really come to life for us. I highly recommend this tour as he pointed out things we walked past for days and missed. A great way to spend an evening in Shinjuku.
Fantastic Way to Explore Shinjuku
tnewberry,Jan 31, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Nocturnal Walking Tour of Shinjuku was a fun and informative night tour. Our guide Artiom had excellent knowledge of the area and pointed out things we would not have found on our own. I would highly recommend this walking tour for anyone visiting Shinjuku for the first time. I also suggest taking the tour the first day in town if possible. We took the tour on our third night and I was completely fascinated with the information Artiom provided as we spend three days wondering around the area and the story to finally come together during this tour. We loved visiting Omoide-Yokocho where I had my first taste of Sake (sweet wine) we also had an amazing experience at the Hanazono Shrine where I pull a great fortune from the box, made my wishes and said a quick prayer. Golden Gai and Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building were great stops on this tour as well.