Our journey begins at 09:00 at Shin-Osaka Station or 09:25 at JR Osaka Station. The first destination is Osaka Castle. We will enter the Osaka Castle Museum and learn about the history of Osaka and the castle itself. The castle was completed in 1597 but was destroyed many times. It was finally rebuilt by the Japanese government in 1995. The castle is a little different than when it was originally built.

After spending some time in and around the castle we will head to Shitennoji Temple the first Japanese Buddhist temple in Japan. Here you can see how Buddhism traveled from India to China and eventually landed in Japan thousands of years ago. We will learn some very interesting stories here.

Having the entire morning learning about Osakas ancient history we will experience Osakas bustling life from our next destination. Lets start with lunch We are going to Kuromon Market. It is one of Osakas leading food markets. Approximately 150 stores selling fresh seafood vegetables fruits food and beverages clothing etc. are lined up in an area approximately 580 metres south of Sennichimae.

Once you have had your fill of delicious food we will head to a unique shrine around the area. And we will spend some time in the famous Dotonbori area. The symbolic business and downtown area of Minami Osaka is lined with huge three-dimensional billboards. It is not just about eating again if you are still not full. Here you will also have a traditional Japanese art experience Ukiyoe. The earliest ukiyoe works were found in the 1670s and flourished from the 17th to the 19th century. It has now become one of the representative images of Japan.

After spending a fulfilling time in the Dotonbori area it is almost time to say goodbye. Our final destination is Shinsaibashi a popular shopping street in Osaka that has a long history as a regional commercial centre. There are not only Japanese local shops but also many overseas shops. Along the way we will pass the famous billboard in Osaka and you can pose and take photos

We will return to Shin-Osaka Station or JR Osaka Station together to say goodbye. However if you would like to spend the rest of your day in the city centre you are more than welcome. We will do our best to help you have a wonderful time in Osaka.