Discover Shinsekai: A 3-Hour Walking Tour in Tennoji Ward

Step into Osaka’s lively culture and rich history with a captivating three-hour walking tour through Tennoji Ward and Shinsekai!

This journey allows you to survey sacred locations like Horikoshi Shrine, famed for granting singular wishes, and the venerable Shitennoji Temple, one of Japan’s most ancient and important spiritual sites, complete with its Treasure Museum and peaceful Honbou Garden.

Wander through the nostalgic Shinsekai district, tasting iconic street foods such as kushikatsu and takoyaki.

The excursion begins and ends conveniently at Dobutsuen-mae Station, providing a superb introduction to Osaka’s heritage and tastes within a perfect timeframe.

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