Forbidden Osaka - Walking tour
ID: GYG1085864-1667721
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Land: Japan
Land: Japan
Varaktighet: 02:30 timmar
Beskrivning
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.
Höjdpunkter
- 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
Guider språk
VIKTIG INFORMATION
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.
INKLUDERAT
- All Fees and Taxes:<BR />Includes all local taxes and management fees, so there are no hidden costs or extra payments during the tour.
EJ INKLUDERAT
- Transportation to and from the meeting point.<BR /><BR />Meals or drinks during the tour.<BR /><BR />Tips for the tour guide (optional).
När ska jag boka?
För att garantera tillgänglighet, boka så snart som möjligt. Tidig bokning är värt att överväga, särskilt om du planerar resan under högsäsong som allmänna helgdagar eller helger.
Avbokningar
Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.