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Shinsekai to Harukas: Retro Osakas Street Food and Local Culture

By Reelu inc
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,050 per adult
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Overview

■ Step back in time in retro Shinsekai
Wander through one of Osaka’s most atmospheric neighborhoods, where time seems to have stopped in the Showa era. Sample local snacks, try your hand soak in the lively, nostalgic vibe.

■ Snap the perfect photo at Tsutenkaku Tower
This quirky landmark is a symbol of Osaka’s fun-loving spirit. Your guide will help you find the best angle and pose for a great souvenir photo.

■ Experience a deeply spiritual side of Japan at a local temple
Discover a temple that features a rare Buddhist statue made from cremated remains, and learn about unique Japanese beliefs surrounding life, death, and healing. Your guide will explain everything in an accessible, respectful way.

■ End your journey at Abeno Harukas
Japan’s tallest skyscraper awaits at the tour’s final stop. Get a quick intro to the building and its highlights before ending the tour. Enjoy panoramic views or shopping on your own afterward (optional).

Activity location

  • Shinsekai
    • 1 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwaku,
    • 556-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • MEGA Don Quijote Shinsekai
    • 36 4
    • 556-0002, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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Shinsekai to Harukas: Retro Osakas Street Food and Local Culture
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 3,050.02 x 1 AdultP 3,050.02
Total
Price is P 3,050.02
Until Thu, Nov 6

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    At Tsutenkaku, the guide will be happy to take a photo of you with your own phone, upon request.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Please note that food and drink expenses are not included in the tour price.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Shinsekai
  • 1h
Step into a living piece of Showa-era Japan in Shinsekai, a retro neighborhood full of character. Stroll through streets lined with nostalgic shops, colorful signs, and street food stalls. Enjoy tasting some local favorites—crispy, savory snacks that are beloved by locals. This is Osaka at its most authentic—gritty, lively, and endlessly fascinating.
Tsutenkaku
  • 10m
Get up close to one of Osaka’s most iconic landmarks. Though the tour doesn’t include admission to the observation deck, you’ll have time to take great photos from outside. Your guide will help you find the perfect backdrop and camera angle to capture the tower’s unique character.
Isshinji Temple
  • 25m
Step into a serene temple tucked away near the city center. Here, you’ll encounter rare and moving aspects of Japanese Buddhism—such as a statue made from ashes of the deceased, and spiritual rituals like alcohol abstinence prayers. Your guide will explain these customs and their cultural meaning in simple, respectful English.
Abeno Harukas
  • 15m
Conclude your journey at Abeno Harukas, Japan’s tallest building. Your guide will give you a brief overview of the tower’s highlights and how to enjoy the observation deck or shopping afterward. It’s a perfect place to reflect on the day or explore further at your own pace.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Shinsekai
    • 1 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwaku,
    • 556-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    MEGA Don Quijote Shinsekai
    • 36 4
    • 556-0002, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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