Guided tour

Osaka: Daytime Cherry Blossom and Food Tour

Activity provider: Arigato Travel K.K.
Guided tour

Osaka: Daytime Cherry Blossom and Food Tour

Activity provider: Arigato Travel K.K.

From US$ 182 per person

The Hanami spirit during Cherry Blossom season in Osaka is celebrated in many parts of the city. Throughout this experience you will discover the best place to see the blossoms, around the Osaka Castle area.

About this activity

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Take a 3-hour tour through the neighborhood around the famous Osaka Castle
  • Try local snacks from seasonal street food stalls
  • Experience an authentic Hanami stroll with a local guide
  • Enjoy a special lunch with different local dishes and handmade soba noodles
  • Take amazing pictures of the beautiful cherry blossoms
Full description
The Hanami spirit during Cherry Blossom season in Osaka is celebrated in many parts of the city but, perhaps the best place to see the blossoms is around the Osaka Castle area. Experience this walking tour of the castle grounds, exploring the gardens and surrounding neighborhood. You'll taste local treats and beverages from festive street stalls, explore the history of the district, and finish up with an amazing Japanese lunch at a delicious Soba restaurant. Sakura season is short, lasting for about one month from the first tiny buds to the finish of the season, with the peak being about two weeks. It is impossible to predict exact dates each year, but this limited-edition tour is offered in the time period which is the most famous for Hanami. Along with your guide, you'll learn about the history of the area as well as the meaning and reason behind the Sakura season. You'll also taste local specialties that are bound to be pleasing to the eye and to the palate. You'll will try local snacks and enjoy a special Hanami seasonal lunch at an amazing Soba restaurant.
Includes
  • Tea, sake, beer, or other beverages
  • Local snacks from seasonal street food stalls
  • Local set-menu lunch
  • English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup
  • Gratuity
  • Transportation costs
  • Additional drinks or food (not included but possible to purchase at your expense)
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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Date

Meeting point

Your meeting point is outside Morinomiya Station. Your staff will be there holding an "Arigato Japan" sign. Please note we can only wait an additional five minutes after the starting time and then the tour will depart. In addition to our limited five-minute grace period, please note that we cannot give directions or contact the guides on the phone once the tour begins. This is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests on the tour, And also to respect our relationships with restaurants.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • It is suggested that you wear comfortable shoes, as there will be walking involved
Customer reviews

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My mom and I were the first people to eer take this tour, and I truly can't recommend it any higher. Renee, our guide, was the absolute best and had answers to every one of our questions about Osaka and life in Japan in general. You can't beat great food, great scenery, and great company! One of the highlights of our entire trip to Japan, and I would give Renee a million stars if I could. Seriously, if you're reading this and you're interested, I'd say book it immediately.

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March 26, 2023

Product ID: 215541