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Osaka Cultural History Expo 70 and Football Private Guided Tour
Osaka
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
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This tour includes sections where you will need to use stairs. If you prefer not to walk for extended periods, please let us know. We will make every effort to accommodate you, such as arranging for an elevator.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This tour sets itself apart from typical Osaka sightseeing routes. It explores five distinct themes in one day: traditional Japanese life, Expo '70, the Tower of the Sun, Osaka's football culture, and Osaka Castle.
At the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Houses, you'll see traditional houses from across Japan, learning about rural life, architecture, and ancient wisdom. At Expo '70 Memorial Park, you'll explore the legacy of Japan's first World Expo and its vision for the future in 1970. The Tower of the Sun adds a powerful artistic symbol to this story. At Panasonic Stadium Suita, you can know Osaka's football and event culture. Finally, the tour returns to Osaka's historical landscape at Osaka...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private Vehicle
Public Transportation fee
Admission Fee
Hotel Pickup
National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
Lunch
Personal Expenses
Souvenirs
Meeting Points
Departure
Shin-Osaka Station
The guide will be waiting for you with your name sign.
Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
Osaka Cultural History Expo 70 and Football Private Guided Tour
Osaka
About
This tour sets itself apart from typical Osaka sightseeing routes. It explores five distinct themes in one day: traditional Japanese life, Expo '70, the Tower of the Sun, Osaka's football culture, and Osaka Castle.
At the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Houses, you'll see traditional houses from across Japan, learning about rural life, architecture, and ancient wisdom. At Expo '70 Memorial Park, you'll explore the legacy of Japan's first World Expo and its vision for the future in 1970. The Tower of the Sun adds a powerful artistic symbol to this story. At Panasonic Stadium Suita, you can know Osaka's football and event culture. Finally, the tour returns to Osaka's historical landscape at Osaka...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private Vehicle
Public Transportation fee
Admission Fee
Hotel Pickup
National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
Lunch
Personal Expenses
Souvenirs
Meeting Points
Departure
Shin-Osaka Station
The guide will be waiting for you with your name sign.
Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
Return
Itinerary
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Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farm Houses
Visit the Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farmhouses, an outdoor museum in Hattori Ryokuchi Park. The museum brings together traditional Japanese houses from different regions, allowing visitors to see how people lived, worked, and adapted to local climates and landscapes in the past.
This stop introduces Japan’s rural architecture, everyday life, and traditional wisdom before the tour moves on to EXPO ’70 and modern Osaka.
1 hour
2
Expo '70 Commemorative Park
Visit EXPO ’70 Commemorative Park, the former site of the 1970 Japan World Exposition. Your guide will introduce the legacy of EXPO ’70, Japan’s postwar growth, and how Osaka presented its vision of the future to the world.
The park area is wide, so the route may be adjusted depending on time, weather, walking pace, and guest interests. The visit may include the park area, museum facilities, Japanese garden area, or lunch break.
40 minutes
3
The Tower of the Sun
Please see the Tower of the Sun, an iconic structure of EXPO '70 designed by Taro Okamoto. This spot embodies the artistic, futuristic, and symbolic spirit of the 1970 World Expo.
We plan to arrange tickets that include a commemorative gift and entry into the Tower of the Sun. While you will be using stairs inside the Tower of the Sun, if you have mobility issues, we can reserve an elevator in advance, so please let us know beforehand.
1 hour
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Panasonic Stadium Suita
Let's visit Panasonic Stadium Suita, the home ground of Gamba Osaka and one of Japan's leading modern football stadiums. Our guide will introduce you to the stadium's role in local football culture, the Expo Park area, and Osaka's contemporary event culture.
Please note that there are many stairs, so please let us know in advance if you have difficulty walking for extended periods. While tours usually only include exterior viewing and photography, we can arrange an official stadium tour on specific dates upon request.
30 minutes
5
Osaka Castle
End the tour at Osaka Castle, one of the city’s most famous historic landmarks. This stop provides a classic Osaka view and helps connect the tour’s themes of commerce, innovation, EXPO ’70, and urban history.
Depending on time and opening hours, the visit may focus on Osaka Castle Park, exterior views, photo spots, or the castle tower museum. Your guide may also introduce the Time Capsule EXPO ’70 story, which connects Osaka Castle Park with the EXPO ’70 legacy.
