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Highlights
- On a 20-minute Tombori River Cruise in Osaka, take the opportunity to relax and absorb the city’s vibrant atmosphere after exploring Dotonbori.
- During your cruise along nine bridges on the Tombori River, an enthusiastic guide will share fascinating stories while providing a multilingual pamphlet for each landmark you pass.
- Enjoy exclusive photo opportunities of landmarks like Kani Doraku's iconic mechanical crab and Nipponbashi Bridge without any jostling during this Osaka cruise.
Your Experience
Your Experience
Enjoy a 20-minute respite from Dotonbori's bustling streets on the Tombori River Cruise, where you can relax on benches as an engaging guide shares stories about nine bridges in the area. Learn about the historic Nipponbashi Bridge, which served as a trading hub during the Edo period.
As your cruise along Osaka’s Tombori River continues, take in Dotonbori's famous landmarks such as Kani Doraku's giant mechanical crab and other famous sights that define this vibrant district known for its bright neon lights and quirky signs.
Dotonbori is renowned for its striking illuminated signage—like Zuboraya’s large pufferfish lantern, the cheerful mechanical clown outside Kuidaore Taro, Kinryu Ramen's massive dragon sculpture, and the oversized octopus sign at Takoyaki stalls. The area also features numerous street food vendors that draw both locals and tourists alike.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Enjoy a 20-minute cruise along the Tombori River on the Osaka: Tombori River Cruise.
- Receive expert guidance throughout your experience.
- Access to a multilingual pamphlet in Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, and Korean.
- Individual Costs
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Ticket Delivery
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Redemption point
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Redeem your ticket at Tombori River Cruise (Tazaemon Bridge Pier).
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Address: 7-13 Souemoncho, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0084, Japan.
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Landmark: Next to the riverside entrance (the east side) of Don Quijote Dotonbori on the north bank of the Tombori River Walk promenade; the boarding area is right in front of the reception.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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