Wake up early in the morning for breakfast at the
Hotel. Depart for a full-day Osaka City Walking
Tour on SIC basis. Osaka Castle (Pass By) The
iconic symbol of Osaka in the Kansai region of
central Japan played an important role in the
unification of Japan during the samurai era of the
sixteenth century. America Mura Amerika-mura -
or Amemura to the locals - is a warren of narrow streets that is at the heart of youth culture in Osaka,
with dozens of shops catering to fans of urban apparel and hip-hop wear. But even if you’re not shopping
for clothes, there are plenty of foreigner-friendly bars and restaurants in the area. Dotonbori Tsuribori,
one of the main tourist destinations in Osaka, is located along the Dōtonbori canal. The area is known
for its nightlife and is filled with an explosion of neon lights, mouth-watering street food, retro vibes,
stores, and bars. The area is also home to the famous Glico Man sign, which is a popular photo spot for
tourists and locals alike. Hozenji Yokocho A hard-to-find, narrow alleyway that has preserved the
atmosphere of old Japan with its traditional lanterns and cobblestone paths. Hozen-ji Temple is a small
Buddhist temple located just off Dotonbori. Built in the 17th century and is dedicated to Fudo Myoo, one
of the five wisdom kings in Buddhism. Kuromon Market A popular covered market in Osaka, Japan. It is
also known as the “Gastronome” or “Osaka’s Kitchen” and has been around for over 200 years. The
market is known for its fresh seafood, meat, and produce. See some of the finest seafood in Japan both
prepped and eaten. Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street A small street that has served the city and
its eateries for centuries, this area is packed with wholesalers, gift shops, and specialist shops that are
filled with cutlery and crockery, to name a few of their wares. Nipponbashi Denden Town Osaka’s answer
to Tokyo’s Akihabara. It’s the city’s electronics, camera, computer, pop culture, games, and anime
shopping neighborhood. Shinsekai A district in Osaka that was developed before WW2 with Tsutenkaku
Tower, the nostalgic-evoking symbol of Shinsekai. This area is an iconic and popular district of Osaka, its
retro vibe and nostalgic neon attracting people from far and wide. A hidden gem that shows Osaka in its
true, local colors.
