Book an Osaka Spring Daytime Cherry Blossom Food Tour [Sakura 2025]
Overview
Book your spot for a traditional hanami experience in Osaka! Forget the crowded parks and well-worn spots, and join us on this walking tour of the Karahori district, a true hidden gem where the spirit of old Osaka remains to this day. Mingle with the locals and walk the maze-like back streets while tasting local treats and beverages. Finish up the tour in a secret spot where shrines and cherry blossom trees mix together. Sit down, have some snacks, and enjoy living in the moment with us. Available March 25–April 11 2025 (except Saturdays & Sundays).
Highlights
- Explore secret communal gardens and lose yourself in the maze-like streets
- Discover an off-the-beaten-path hanami spot
- Visit deep and local shops for take-out and snacks, and savor a delicious regional lunch
- Experience a real hanami stroll with our local guide, and get tips for taking great cherry blossom photos
- Login with a Rakuten account to earn and use points when you book!
Important Information
Sakura season is short, about one month from the first appearance of tiny buds to the finish of the season, with a peak of about two weeks. It is impossible to predict exact dates each year, but we offer this limited-edition tour in the period most famous for hanami. • A minimum of 2 people are needed to book this tour. • Ages 0–2 can join for free. • Please let us know during booking if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. • Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case. • With respect for the places that we visit, the safety of our guides as well as other participants on the tour and neighborhood locals, we request that guests wear face masks and observe other Covid precautions during the tour. Masks are okay to be taken off while you are drinking and eating, of course. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cultural sensitivity. If you disagree with this policy, we may respectfully ask you not to join the tour. • We have a strict policy about starting our tours on time. This is to protect the enjoyment of all our guests and restaurant partners. We are sorry to say that if you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will start regardless and no refund will be provided. We are also unable to accommodate meeting up at any of the food stops once you’ve missed the start of the tour. • Please note we can only wait an additional five minutes after the starting time and then the tour will depart. In addition to our limited five-minute grace period, please note that we cannot give directions or contact the guides on the phone once the tour begins. This is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests on the tour, And also to respect our relationships with restaurants.
Booking (4 steps)
Duration
Included
• Delicious Regional Lunch • Desserts and Sweets • Local Snacks
What to Bring
- Footwear suitable for walking
- On rainy days, we recommend bringing an umbrella; they can be easily purchased at any convenience store
Meeting Point
In front of the doll shop Masumuraningyoten Sueyoshibashiten right outside Matsuyamachi Station.
Venue Address
2-8 Matsuyamachi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0067, Osaka, Ōsaka Prefecture, Japan
Schedule
- 10:45 - Meet in front of the doll shop Masumuraningyoten Sueyoshibashiten right outside Matsuyamachi Station.
- 11:00 - Tour Start
- 14:00 - Tour End
Provided by
Arigato Travel
Description
Sakura season is short, lasting about one month from the first tiny buds to the finish of the season, with the peak lasting about two weeks. It is impossible to predict the exact best dates each year, but for the first time, we are offering this limited-edition Osaka tour in the time period most famous for hanami!
With our guide, learn about the history of the area, have lunch at a place loved by residents, taste seasonal specialties, and meet the friendly people living nearby. Karahori is the perfect mix of nostalgia and modern trends, and is simply a fun district where you can get a taste of both the old and the new.
Discover a completely different side of Osaka. Far from the neon lights of Dotonbori, the rustic charm of Shinsekai, or the skyscrapers of Umeda, this tour takes you to a beloved and unchanging neighborhood. This tour is an unexpected chance to appreciate the beauty of the cherry blossoms with the locals while “eating” your way through backstreets, secret gardens, and much more!