Forbidden Osaka - Walking tour
ID: GYG1085864-1667721
Categorie:
Land: Japan
Land: Japan
Duur: 02:30 uren
Beschrijving
Discover the hidden side of Osaka on a night tour with local guides. Explore authentic neighborhoods and learn real stories about society, contrasts, and urban life in Japan.
⏰ 4:30 pm – Meeting point in Namba
Stop 1 (4:45 pm) – Namba
Exploration of its vibrant streets. Context: tourism, nightlife, and Namba's role as the "heart" of southern Osaka.
Stop 2 (5:10 pm) – Den-Den Town (Nippombashi)
The electronics and anime district. Conversation about leisure, consumerism, urban loneliness, and how American influence changed youth culture.
Stop 3 (5:40 pm) – Ebisuhigashi
Entrance to the working-class neighborhood surrounding Shinsekai. Talk about the local economy, aging population, and life in a more authentic Osaka.
Stop 4 (6:00 pm) – Tsutenkaku Tower and Shinsekai
History of Osaka's "New World": lights, pachinko, and entertainment. Reflection on social stigmas and the mix of modernity and decadence.
Stop 5 (6:40 p.m.) – Nishinari
Explanation of the working-class district: cheap housing, informal work, and social support associations. Stories of resilience without sensationalism.
Stop 6 (7:10 p.m.) – Tobita Shinchi (outside)
Cultural information about Osaka's most famous red-light district. The tour guide explains its origins and current situation, but does not enter out of respect for local customs. Clear advice is offered for those who wish to explore it safely afterwards.
⏰ 4:30 pm – Meeting point in Namba
Stop 1 (4:45 pm) – Namba
Exploration of its vibrant streets. Context: tourism, nightlife, and Namba's role as the "heart" of southern Osaka.
Stop 2 (5:10 pm) – Den-Den Town (Nippombashi)
The electronics and anime district. Conversation about leisure, consumerism, urban loneliness, and how American influence changed youth culture.
Stop 3 (5:40 pm) – Ebisuhigashi
Entrance to the working-class neighborhood surrounding Shinsekai. Talk about the local economy, aging population, and life in a more authentic Osaka.
Stop 4 (6:00 pm) – Tsutenkaku Tower and Shinsekai
History of Osaka's "New World": lights, pachinko, and entertainment. Reflection on social stigmas and the mix of modernity and decadence.
Stop 5 (6:40 p.m.) – Nishinari
Explanation of the working-class district: cheap housing, informal work, and social support associations. Stories of resilience without sensationalism.
Stop 6 (7:10 p.m.) – Tobita Shinchi (outside)
Cultural information about Osaka's most famous red-light district. The tour guide explains its origins and current situation, but does not enter out of respect for local customs. Clear advice is offered for those who wish to explore it safely afterwards.
Hoogtepunten
- Namba Exploration of its vibrant streets.
- Den-Den Town (Nippombashi) The electronics and anime district.
- Bisuhigashi Entrance to the popular neighborhood surrounding Shinsekai
- Tsutenkaku Tower and Shinsekai History of Osaka's "New World"
- Nishinari Explanation about the working-class district
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.Not wheelchair accessible.Accessible for baby strollers.Close to public transportation.Most travelers can participate.
The starting point of the tour is at the Lawson store in Namba.
The starting point of the tour is at the Lawson store in Namba.
INCLUDED
- All Fees and Taxes:<BR />Includes all local taxes and management fees, so there are no hidden costs or extra payments during the tour.
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point.<BR /><BR />Meals or drinks during the tour.<BR /><BR />Tips for the tour guide (optional).
Wanneer moet ik boeken?
Om de beschikbaarheid te garanderen, dient u zo snel mogelijk te reserveren. Vroegboekkorting is het overwegen waard, vooral als u de reis plant tijdens het hoogseizoen, zoals op feestdagen of in het weekend.
Annuleringen
Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.