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SUP Guided Tour - Dotonbori Course

  • Hop on a City SUP and enjoy a "stroll" through Osaka, the "water capital"
  • Enjoy the famous Glico Sign spot from the water surface
  • All privately chartered - private tour!
  • Guide included, perfect for first-timers
VenueJapan CitySUP Association
Business daysExcept Tuesdays (available if Tuesday is a national holiday)
Business hours<β Hommachibashi→Minatomachi dock>(Weekdays)10:00〜11:00 / 14:00〜15:00(Weekends)10:00〜11:00 / 12:00〜13:00 / 14:00〜15:00
<Minatomachi dock→β Hommachibashi>(Weekdays)11:30~12:30 / 15:30~16:30(Weekends)11:30〜12:30 / 13:30〜14:30 / 15:30〜16:30
Point of departure and arrivalβ Hommachibashi:Osaka, Chuo Ward, Hommachibashi 4-8
Minatomachi dock:Minatomachi dock: Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Minatomachi 1-chome-3
Duration60 minutes
Available1 to 6 people

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SUP Guided Tour - Dotonbori Course【β Hommachibashi→Minatomachi dock】<Weekends>

37.24USD~
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*Course including interpretation can be only reserved on weekends and holidays
Meeting and boarding point: β Hommachibashi(staff will be waiting at the dock)
Duration: 60 minutes
Inclusions: Rental fee, guide fee, insurance, other fees
0-year-old children are free.

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SUP Guided Tour - Dotonbori Course【β Hommachibashi→Minatomachi dock】<Weekdays>

37.24USD~
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*Japanese guide
Meeting and boarding point: β Hommachibashi(staff will be waiting at the dock)
Duration: 60 minutes
Inclusions: Rental fee, guide fee, insurance, other fees
0-year-old children are free.

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SUP Guided Tour - Dotonbori Course【Minatomachi dock→β Hommachibashi】<Weekends>

37.24USD~
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*Course including interpretation can be only reserved on weekends and holidays
Meeting and boarding point:Minatomachi dock(staff will be waiting at the dock)
Duration: 60 minutes
Inclusions: Rental fee, guide fee, insurance, other fees
0-year-old children are free.

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SUP Guided Tour - Dotonbori Course【Minatomachi dock→β Hommachibashi】<Weekdays>

37.24USD~
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*Japanese guide
Meeting and boarding point:Minatomachi dock(staff will be waiting at the dock)
Duration: 60 minutes
Inclusions: Rental fee, guide fee, insurance, other fees
0-year-old children are free.

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Activity Information

Stand-up Paddling (SUP) also locally referred to as “Water surface strolling” is a popular activity that offers you a chance to enjoy the stunning view of Osaka from a rather unique angle. Most people associate SUPs with the seaside, however river SUPs are just as an excellent activity as the sea version.
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The meeting place is set to either "β Honmachibashi" or Minatomachi port

Osaka is one of the few cities in the world that you can tour on water as well. It is no wonder that Osaka is locally referred to as the “Capital on water” and with this SUP experience you have an opportunity to explore it from a unique perspective.

▽”β Hommachibashi” aims to create an open waterfront space that anyone can enjoy
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▽With thorough yet gentle instruction, even total beginners can safely enjoy this experience
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▽City SUP Boat (for 1-4 people)
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There are chairs available so you can enjoy the ride in comfort. Since this is a private experience for you and your group only, you can enjoy a bit of privacy along with the view.

The highly sought-after Dotonbori course!

The course starts from Beta Honmachi Bashi (or Minatomachi Pier), passes through Higashi Yokobori River, and then through Dotonbori River where Osaka's popular sightseeing spots like the Dotonbori strip and the Glico sign board are located, before arriving at the terminal at Minatomachi Pier (or Beta Honmachibashi).You will be guided by a professional so you can enjoy your "walk on the water" at ease.

▽Popular tourist area, Dotonbori
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▽A rare sight, the underside of a suspended bridge!
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Impressive sight of a speedway running through a metropolis

The Hanshin Speedway spans over the middle of the Higashi Yokobori River like a roof, so you can enjoy this experience even on a rainy day without getting wet.

▽The view from below the highway is breathtaking.
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▽Get a close glance as you pass underneath the bridges.
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Onward to Dotonbori, one of the top tourist spots of Osaka!

See Osaka from a whole new perspective as you float underneath highway bridges and between rows of majestic buildings of a metropolis. As you navigate the canals of Osaka catch a glimpse of some of the most popular tourist spots, like the Dotonbori strip or the iconic Glico sign; both perfect photo opportunities to commemorate your visit!

▽Dotonbori riverside
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Minatomachi dock, a stone’s throw from Hori-e and Namba!

The experience ends at the Minatomachi dock bear Dotonbori. Since the Minami area is quite close from here we highly recommend exploring it a bit after the tour or perhaps indulge in a bit of shopping.

▽Minatomachi Dock
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Create special memories of your trip to Osaka!

The SUP experience can be enjoyed by all age ranges and offers a rare opportunity to experience Osaka from a rather unique angle. Whether with your friends or family, your special someone or even your pets, this experience is bound to become a treasured memory.
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Reviews(3)

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  • なおみち
    Posted:2024-02-17

    感謝

    息子の卒業旅行で道頓堀に行くのも相まって水上でガイドしていただき行けるようでしたので申し込みしました。
    ガイドの方も優しく、懇切丁寧に大阪の街並みの歴史から、現在に至るまで様々に案内いただき感謝しかありません。
    いい旅の思い出ができました。ありがとうございました🙇‍♀️

    Plan:SUP Guided Tour - Dotonbori Course【β Hommachibashi→Minatomachi dock】<Weekends>

    When did you visit?:February 2024

  • Traveler
    Posted:2023-11-02

    みんなに教えたい😆

    小学生の息子と母で参加しました。
    ガイドさんには、子どもにも大人にもわかりやすく興味深いお話をしていただいたり、パドル操作も丁寧に教えていただき運転体験もできました。
    有名な観光スポットでは、最高に映える写真が撮れます!
    お友達みんなに紹介したいし、また是非リピーしたいツアーです!
    ありがとうございました。

    Plan:SUP Guided Tour - Dotonbori Course【β Hommachibashi→Minatomachi dock】(~12/8)

    When did you visit?:November 2023

Important Notes

・Even though operation will not cease in mild rain, the experience might get canceled due to severe weather. In that case your party representative will be contacted via email or phone after 17:00 the day before the day of the experience.
・The experience will be canceled if severe weather warning is issued, e.g. water surge warning, severe storm, typhoon, tsunami and other.
・The boats have a maximum capacity of 6 people. If you book for more than 7 people, you will be divided into two groups and two boats. As long as circumstances permit, we will try to operate the two boats side by side whenever possible.
・There is no age restriction, however elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by an adult guardian at all times.
・There are no restrooms available at the point of departure and arrival so please be sure to use restrooms beforehand.
・There is no dedicated reception. Staff members will be present at the dock so please come directly to the boarding point.
・Course including interpretation can be only reserved on weekends and holidays
Cancellation Policy

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