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Shadows of Osaka: Legends & Folklore Walking Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Osaka, Japan
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • 3-hour guided walking tour with a local guide
    • Short train ride used during the tour
    • Stories of historical figures and Japanese folklore
    • Small-group experience
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities (optional)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 7-Eleven Osaka Tanimachi 3-chome
      3-chōme-1-17 Tanimachi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0012, Japan

      We’ll meet outside Tanimachi 4-chome Station (Osaka Metro Tanimachi or Chuo Line), at Exit 1B. Please come to the top of the stairs, where you’ll find us in front of the 7-Eleven.

    End point

    • Ebisu Bridge
      1 Chome-6 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, Japan

    Start time
    .6:00 pm

    Itinerary

    1

    Osaka Castle

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Sennichimae

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Hozen-ji Temple

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Dotonbori

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 11 reviews
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    Spooky fun

    edward_o, Aug 2026
    Outstanding! Excellent tour! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and funny. A great introduction to Osaka the city as well as folklore and some spooky stories. Highly recommended.
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