Osaka Cherry Blossom Tour: Private Experience with Local Host
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Osaka
Experience the magic of cherry blossom season in Osaka with a personalized and private tour. Join a local host to discover the best hanami spots, enjoy a picnic under the cherry trees, and savor the traditional snacks of the season.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kemasakuranomiya Park - The seemingly endless rows of cherry trees (more than 5000) can be viewed from a pleasant riverside promenade. There are also areas with a lot of space for picnics.
- Osaka Castle Park - The bridge to enter the castle will give you views on the Cherry Blossoms reflection dancing in the water. Over 4000 cherry trees are planted on the grounds of the park, a particularly nice place for a picnic.
- Japan Mint Head Office - Pass by “Osaka Mint Bureau” where can enjoy more than 100 varieties of sakura trees. The gates of the garden are opened to the public for one week in mid-April.
- Shitennoji - The first full-fledged Buddhist temple in Japan to enshrine the Four Heavenly Kings. The garden (entrance fees required) is filled with about 50 cherry trees in full bloom between the end of March-beginning of April.
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Expo ‘70 Commemorative Park - The former site of the 1970 Expo exhibition is now a huge park famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms from late March to early April.
Over 5000 cherry trees line up along its paths and around its large lawn areas. Not to miss the light up in the evenings. - O River - You can end your experience strolling along the banks of the O River as you leave Osaka Castle Park.
What's Included
- Optional meet-up at your central location accommodation
- Private and personalized walking experience
- A traditional Japanese picnic (bento box, shared sushi platter, Japanese sweets, two drinks)
- 4 hours with a local host
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks additional to any included
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Personalised and private experience with a Host matched to you. Discover the magic of cherry blossom season in Osaka and see how the locals really celebrate the spring time sakura blossoming. Hanami, or cherry blossom viewing, is getting together with your friends and loved ones, sharing food and drinks under the blossoms as the petals drift down, and enjoying this fleeting but enchanting time of the year together. Let your specially handpicked Host show you the most spectacular spots in the city for hanami as well as places which are off the tourist trail, enjoy a picnic under trees in true local style and feast on the classic snacks and dishes which are enjoyed at this time of year.
- After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a Host thoughtfully matched to you.
- Meeting Point
- Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Host. Meet-up at your hotel or accommodation can be requested, or your Host will meet you at a convenient location close to the start of your experience.
Location
1-chōme-3-12 Tanimachi
(The host will be waiting in front of the convenience store by the main entrance)
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Rachel_w
Mar 31, 2023
Cherry Blossom Tour - Loved walking around Osaka with Maria. She was very personable and knowledgeable. Maria took us to less tourist spots so we could enjoy the beautiful city and cherry blossoms. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Mary_j
Mar 27, 2023
The viewing of beautiful... - The viewing of beautiful cherry blossoms and Osaka's incredible public parks and spaces was tremendous! Getting picked up right from our hotel and maximizing all we could see with our tour guide was appreciated. It would have been ideal to have had the opportunity to learn more about the history of what we were seeing, history of Osaka, or any facts about the area.
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