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A brick building with arched doorways and a long corridor. 1
A tourist information center at Namba Station with a meeting point marked. 2
A train at a station with a sign reading 'medetai train' and the number 7195. 3
A body of water with a wake, a bridge, and a forested hill in the background. 4
A collection of dolls in traditional attire. 5
By Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Free cancellation available
Price is S$241 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Venture into Japan's coastal history on this full-day tour from Osaka, exploring the eerie ruins of Tomogashima Island and the majestic Wakayama Castle. Start your adventure with a a train and then to a scenic ferry ride to Tomogashima, home to abandoned military bunkers and nature trails surrounded by ocean views. After a picnic lunch on the island, return to the mainland to visit Wakayama Castle, where you can admire panoramic city views and explore its beautiful gardens. This tour offers a perfect blend of history and scenic beauty, ideal for history enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike.

    • Full-day tour from Osaka, starting at Nankai Namba Station
    • Scenic ferry ride to Tomogashima Island for unique military ruins
    • Explore Wakayama Castle with panoramic views and historical artefacts
    • Prepare for a day of walking (around 21,000 steps) on uneven terrain

Activity location

  • Tomogashima Island
    • Kada
    • 640-0103, Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tourist Information Namba
    • 南海なんば駅 1
    • 542-0076, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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Standard rate

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
S$241.24 x 1 AdultS$241.24
Total
Price is S$241.24
Until Wed, 16 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Tomogashima Ferry - Return
  • Inclusions
    Trains throughout the day
  • Inclusions
    Wakayama Castle Entry Fee
  • Exclusions
    Please bring a boxed lunch(or be prepared to buy it once the tour starts)
  • Exclusions
    Accommodation

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Tomogashima Island

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Tomogashima is a cluster of four uninhabited islands off the coast of Wakayama, accessible via a short ferry ride from Kada Port. The main island, Oshima, is famous for its abandoned Meiji-era military forts, red-brick ammunition depots, and overgrown tunnels that have slowly been reclaimed by nature. Because of its atmospheric, mysterious vibe, it has become a popular destination for hikers and photographers who often compare the ruins to the floating island in Studio Ghibli's Castle in the Sky. There will be a guided tour and some time to have a boxed lunch!

Wakayama Castle

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Your guide will bring you around Wakayama Castle, a striking hilltop fortress originally built in 1585 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and later ruled by the powerful Tokugawa clan. You can climb to the top of the white three-story castle keep to explore an extensive collection of authentic samurai weapons and armour while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding city. The expansive castle grounds also feature the beautiful Nishi-no-Maru Teien, a traditional Edo-period landscape garden known for its scenic pond and peaceful walking paths.

Kada Port

  • 30m
Before and after the ferry you will have a short amount of time to look around the area. There are some old buildings, nice views and a temple with more dolls than you can imagine!

Location

Activity location

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    Tomogashima Island
    • Kada
    • 640-0103, Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Tourist Information Namba
    • 南海なんば駅 1
    • 542-0076, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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