Osaka Castle & Shitennoji Temple
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Puerto
Osaka, Japón
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Nivel de actividad
Strenuous
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Tipo de excursión
Local Sightseeing,All
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Accesible para personas en silla de ruedas
No
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A partir de
$109
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Edad mínima
Information Not Currently Available
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Duración
Approximately 4 hours
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Comidas incluidas
Meals not included
Join this tour for an orientation tour of Osaka, with a visit to its special attractions.
You will pass through Osaka's downtown area on the way to Osaka Castle. Built in 1583 and destroyed just 32 years later, the castle has undergone many reconstructions — the most recent in 1931.
Next, you will visit Shitennoji Temple, built in AD 593 and considered the oldest Buddhist temple in Japan. Although it has been rebuilt many times in its long history, excavations have shown the current layout to be very true to its original design. The temple's great southern gate, central gate, pagoda, main hall and lecture hall are constructed in a straight line — a design layout called Shitennoji Cathedral style. The temple houses six National Treasures and many other items of cultural importance.
Notes:
Tour requires walking approximately 15-20 minutes from the coach parking area to the castle. A visit to the top of Osaka Castle requires a climb of 230 steps. Photography and videography are not allowed on the third and fourth floors of Osaka Castle. An elevator is available at the castle; however, the elevator does not provide access to the observatory on the upper level (8th floor). There is only one elevator available; expect delays. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, inclines, and many steps. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Unfamiliar accents can be challenging; feel free to ask your guide to repeat or elaborate on information, and to speak more slowly so you can fully comprehend and converse. Part of Shitenno-ji Temple is currently undergoing restoration; some of the buildings in the temple or shrine area may be closed without prior notice. Tour sequence may vary.