Tour highlights

• Enjoy a pleasant stroll through Osaka's symbol, Dotonbori . Head to the Dotonbori area, lined with giant billboards. Use the Tonbori River Walk, which is equipped with a wheelchair-accessible ramp, to take commemorative photos of the Glico sign from the river, avoiding the crowds.

• Accessible access to Osaka Castle's main tower . The vast Osaka Castle Park can also be approached as close as possible by a caregiver taxi. The main tower is equipped with a wheelchair-accessible elevator, allowing you to enjoy the same panoramic view that Toyotomi Hideyoshi saw from the top floor.

• For lunch, we offer the Osaka specialty "Udon Suki," which is easy to digest and popular among seniors. We will reserve a long-established restaurant with wheelchair-accessible tables, allowing you to relax and enjoy the traditional flavors.

• Retro Shinsekai Area Atmosphere Stroll around Shinsekai and Tsutenkaku, where the atmosphere of the Showa era remains. We will guide you along flat roads, and you will be able to experience the authentic Osaka atmosphere with lively signs and Billiken.

⚠ Notes on use

This service is an optional service for customers who have made travel arrangements, such as accommodation, through Flat Travel. We do not accept standalone use of the nursing care taxi arrangement service. Thank you for your understanding.

Itinerary

Dotonbori and Namba area

Dotonbori, the symbol of Osaka's Minami district, is a vibrant area brimming with Kani Doraku and Glico signs. While it's usually very crowded, this tour will explore the riverside promenade, the Tonbori Riverwalk. There are ramps and elevators leading from ground level to the promenade, making it wheelchair accessible. We recommend taking photos with the signs in the background from a quieter spot along the river, rather than from the bustling Ebisubashi Bridge (Hikkakebashi). For lunch, we'll visit a renowned udon suki restaurant in the Namba area, such as Mimiu. The udon noodles, simmered in broth, are soft and packed with ingredients, making them highly nutritious. This menu is also popular with seniors and those with swallowing difficulties. We'll select restaurants with wheelchair-accessible tables and accessible restrooms.

Osaka Castle (castle tower and park)

Osaka Castle conveys the glory of the great rulers of Japan to the present day. Osaka Castle Park is very large, and the castle tower is quite far from the station, but by using a caregiver taxi, you can get close to areas that regular vehicles cannot enter (such as the Sakuramon Gate area). Inside the castle tower, there is an elevator for wheelchair users and those with walking difficulties, allowing you to easily ascend to the observation deck on the top floor. The historical exhibits inside the museum are also equipped with ramps to make viewing easy from wheelchair level. Multi-purpose toilets are also available in various places in the park and next to the castle tower, allowing you to enjoy a historical stroll with peace of mind.

Shinsekai/Tsutenkaku area

Shinsekai is an area brimming with downtown charm, lined with flashy signs and kushikatsu restaurants, centered around Tsutenkaku Tower. It's the perfect location for experiencing the authentic Osaka atmosphere. [Accessibility Information] The area has relatively flat roads, making it easy to navigate in a wheelchair. However, due to the narrow alleys and busy tourist areas, a guide or driver will lead the way to ensure a safe route. Even if you're climbing Tsutenkaku Tower, there is an elevator from the entrance to the observation deck (note: wait times may occur during busy periods, so we will be flexible and accommodate this, such as by focusing on strolling around the area). Many of the famous kushikatsu restaurants are wheelchair accessible, making the area a great place to enjoy the atmosphere.

Enjoy safe and barrier-free travel with Flat Travel!

Have you given up on traveling because of age or physical concerns? Flat Travel offers barrier-free travel that can be enjoyed with peace of mind by people who require care, the elderly, and their families.

We provide total support from pre-departure preparations to returning home, tailored to each customer's physical condition and requests.

• Barrier-free planning (free of charge)

  We create plans that take into account detailed barrier-free information that you won't find on general travel sites, such as steps along the route, the location of wheelchair-accessible toilets, and the shape of hotel beds and baths. We also adjust the frequency of breaks and travel times to minimize strain on your body.

• Accompanying a "travel helper" with nursing and care qualifications

  Experienced caregivers and nurses will accompany you on your trip. They will provide specialized care, such as assistance with transferring to a wheelchair, bathing and toileting, and meal support. This will reduce the burden on your family and ensure a safe and comfortable trip.

• 24-hour medical support system

  In case you become unwell or experience any problems during your trip, we have a system in place where you can consult with doctors and nurses 24 hours a day free of charge. You can rest assured knowing that we have expert backup to deal with any problems with medical equipment or make decisions in emergencies.

Important Notes