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Osaka Castle Museum: Entry Ticket

Tsutenkaku: Observation Deck & Experience Entry

Tsutenkaku: Observation Deck Entry

Osaka: Tombori River Cruise

Osaka: Dotonbori River Cruise

Osaka: Small Group Dotonbori River Cruise

Harukas 300 (Observatory): Entry Ticket

Kids Plaza Osaka: Admission Ticket

Osaka: One-way Rapi:t Express Ticket From/To Kansai-Airport & Namba Station

Osaka Amazing Pass

Osaka Castle: Guided Walking Tour

Osaka: Tennoji Ward & Shinsekai Guided Walking Tour

Japan: Have Fun in Kansai 1-Week Pass

Osaka Amazing Pass: 2-Day Itami Airport Version

Kuromon Market, Sennichimae & Dotonbori: Guided Food Tour

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Visit the Main Tower of Osaka Castle, located at the center of its extensive grounds. On the 8th floor, find an observation deck with views of Osaka Castle Park and the Osaka Plain. The exhibition rooms display historical artifacts that teach about the features of castles, stories of warlords, and the history of Osaka.

Choose from three ways to experience Tsutenkaku. The All-in-One ticket provides access to all observation decks and attractions. The Tower Slider allows you to slide down 60 meters from a height of 26.5 meters. The Dive & Walk option includes a high-altitude course and a 40-meter dive. Each ticket offers a different perspective of the tower. Select the activity that interests you the most.

See Osaka from the indoor observation deck, 87.5 meters above ground. Upgrade your ticket to access the outdoor deck at 94.5 meters. This open-air spot at the top of Tsutenkaku provides clear views and an exciting experience.

Take the Tombori River cruise, a 20-minute boat ride to see Osaka Minami and Dotonbori from the river. A crew member will provide commentary. This cruise is perfect for sightseeing or a date.

Take the Dotonbori cruise for a glimpse of “real Osaka” from a boat. 

Dotonbori is a lively theater area dating back to the Edo period. 

Today, it features colorful signs, festive music, and the aroma of various foods. 

The river cruise highlights both the tourist activities and the local culture.

Hop on a 20-minute cruise and see Osaka’s Minami area, including the well-known Glico sign. This small-group cruise offers a comfortable, semi-private setting.

View the cityscape of Dotonbori from the water. Capture unique photos of landmarks and neon-lit streets.

Visit the Harukas 300 (Observatory), located on the 58th to 60th floors of Japan's tallest skyscraper. 

See all of Osaka from 300 meters up through floor-to-ceiling glass panels. On clear days, look out to Kyoto, Kobe, and Awaji Island. 

Take a break in the café and see seasonal light displays in this bright, modern space.

Visit Osaka Castle, a multi-story structure surrounded by water-filled moats and stone barriers. Inside the central tower, the Osaka Castle Museum offers exhibits of samurai gear, weaponry, and other significant items from the Toyotomi period. From the top-level observatory, view the cityscape and notable features, including gilded dragon figures. Take a walk in Osaka Castle Park, known for its well-maintained gardens and seasonal blooming flora. Learn about its architectural construction in the Toyotomi Stone Wall Museum and view various displays on the tower levels.

Visit a museum designed specifically for children at Kids Plaza Osaka, the first of its kind in Japan for child education. Participate in Creative Studio, Computer Studio, and other activities. Observe the world from a bug's perspective or engage in creating a news program during your time at the plaza. This destination offers a variety of interactive and educational activities aimed at young visitors.

Purchase a one-way regular and discounted express ticket for selected routes between Namba Station, Shin-Imamiya Station, Tengachaya Station, Sakai Station, and Kansai-Airport Station. 

This convenient ticket allows travel through various key points in the region. Enjoy seamless entry and exit at each station.

Use the Osaka Amazing Pass for unlimited access to the city's subway, bus network, and private railways, as well as entry to several well-known attractions around Osaka. Visit places like Osaka Castle, Osaka Tennoji Zoo, and Nagai Botanical Gardens. Ride along the Tombori River on a standard river cruise or opt for a jazz-themed boat tour. The pass also includes coupons for discounts at various shops and eateries in Osaka. Navigate the city at your own pace, and see other notable sites like the Umeda Sky Building, Tsutenkaku Tower, or the Osaka Castle Museum.

Join a guided walking tour of Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s historic landmarks. 

Spend three hours with a knowledgeable guide who will share stories of samurai battles, shogun ambitions, and Toyotomi Hideyoshi's cultural impact.

Walk through the castle grounds and Nishinomaru Garden, a popular cherry blossom spot. 

View the city skyline from the castle’s observation deck. 

Discover places like Miraiza Osaka, formerly a military headquarters, and visit Hokoku Shrine.

Take a 3-hour walking tour to explore Osaka's Tennoji and Shinsekai areas.

Start at Dobutsuen-mae Station. Visit Harikoshi Shrine, famous for "one-time wishes." See Shitennoji Temple, established in 593 AD, to learn about Japan’s Buddhist history.

Walk through Honbo Japanese garden, filled with koi ponds and seasonal flowers. Taste street food like kushikatsu and takoyaki in Shinsekai.

Get the Kansai pass for one week of unlimited travel. See the Kansai region of Japan, home to top sights and rich history. This pass lets you explore at your own pace. Get unlimited train access for one week.

Visit landmarks such as Osaka Castle, a symbol from the 16th century. See Kyoto's well-known temples like the Golden Pavilion, also known as Kinkaku-ji, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

Walk through the streets of Kobe, famous for its food. Use the pass to reach Mount Yoshino, known for cherry blossoms in spring, or hike Mount Koya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient temples and trails.

Use the Osaka Amazing Pass to access unlimited travel on Osaka's subway, buses, and private trains, and gain entry to various attractions. Visit places such as Osaka Castle, Tennoji Zoo, and Nagai Botanical Gardens. Take a river cruise on the Tombori River or enjoy a jazz-themed boat ride. The pass includes deals for shops and restaurants around the city. This version also includes access to Expo '70 Commemorative Park and the Osaka Wheel, as well as the Osaka Monorail connection between Osaka Itami Airport and Bampaku-kinen-koen Station. Enjoy entry to popular sites like the Umeda Sky Building, Tsutenkaku Tower, and the Osaka Castle Museum.

Taste dishes that make Osaka the “Kitchen of Japan” on a 2-hour small-group food tour. 

With a local guide, walk through Kuromon Market. See fresh seafood, wagyu beef, and traditional street snacks. 

Eat wagyu BBQ, takoyaki, gyoza, mochi, and seafood crackers while learning their history.

Move on to Sennichimae with its small eateries and hidden spots. 

End the tour in Dotonbori, known for its neon lights and many food options.

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Osaka Castle Museum: Entry Ticket

Tsutenkaku: Observation Deck & Experience Entry

Tsutenkaku: Observation Deck Entry

Osaka: Tombori River Cruise

Osaka: Dotonbori River Cruise

Osaka: Small Group Dotonbori River Cruise

Harukas 300 (Observatory): Entry Ticket

Osaka Castle Museum: Entry Ticket

Kids Plaza Osaka: Admission Ticket

Osaka: One-way Rapi:t Express Ticket From/To Kansai-Airport & Namba Station

Osaka Amazing Pass

Osaka Castle: Guided Walking Tour

Osaka: Tennoji Ward & Shinsekai Guided Walking Tour

Japan: Have Fun in Kansai 1-Week Pass

Osaka Amazing Pass: 2-Day Itami Airport Version

Kuromon Market, Sennichimae & Dotonbori: Guided Food Tour

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