Osaka’s New
Tourism Style: Street Kart Experience
Experience Osaka’s streets from a perspective just a few dozen
centimeters above ground with street kart. You can taste the vibrant
atmosphere of Osaka, the merchant city that prospered as “the nation’s
kitchen,” in an unprecedented way.
This is a special adventure where you can experience the lively neon
signs of Dotonbori, the sophisticated shopping streets of Shinsaibashi,
and the majestic appearance of Osaka Castle while racing through in a
small kart.
Touring Osaka’s Charming
Areas
Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi
Area
In Dotonbori, an iconic symbol of Osaka, you can enjoy the
characteristic lively atmosphere of Osaka while looking up close at the
giant Glico sign and the Kani Doraku crab sign. The vibrant commercial
culture of Shinsaibashi-suji shopping street also offers new discoveries
from the viewing angle of a kart.
Osaka Castle Area
Around Osaka Castle, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, you can enjoy the
contrast between modern city while feeling the weight of history. It’s
also popular as a photo spot with the castle tower as a backdrop.
Shinsekai and Tsutenkaku
Area
In Shinsekai, filled with downtown atmosphere, you can experience the
retro charm of Tsutenkaku and the common folk atmosphere famous for
kushikatsu culture. This is the area where you can most feel Osaka’s
“kote-kote” (distinctly Osakan) culture.
Characteristics of
Unique Osaka Experience
Streetscapes
Reflecting Merchant Culture
In this city where the spirit of Osaka merchants, famous for the
greeting “Are you making money?”, lives on, you can feel the vitality of
a commercial city with your skin. The warm human nature of Kansai
dialect can also be experienced through interactions during the kart
experience.
Racing Through the
Center of Food Culture
While touring the sacred sites of Osaka gourmet such as okonomiyaki,
takoyaki, and kushikatsu, you can visually enjoy the charm of the city
known as “eat until you drop.”
Unique Humor Culture
Osaka’s distinctive comedy culture and tsukkomi spirit can be felt
throughout the city, creating moments where you naturally smile during
the kart experience.
About Participation
Basic Participation
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license (regular automobile driver’s license)
- Age: 18 years and older
- Understanding and adherence to traffic rules
Experience Flow
- Reception and document verification
- Safety briefing and rules explanation
- Practice driving
- Actual tour participation
- Commemorative photography
Safety Initiatives
All vehicles undergo regular safety inspections, and participants
receive thorough safety briefings beforehand. Helmet wearing is
mandatory, and experienced guides accompany to ensure safety.
Enjoying Osaka Through
the Four Seasons
Spring in Osaka
Racing while viewing cherry blossoms in Osaka Castle Park and Kema
Sakuranomiya Park is a special experience to fully enjoy Kansai
spring.
Summer in Osaka
During summer festival season including Tenjin Matsuri, you can feel
Osaka’s heat along with the festival atmosphere.
Autumn in Osaka
During autumn foliage season, the beautiful ginkgo tree-lined avenue
in Osaka Castle Park allows you to enjoy the harmony of history and
nature.
Winter in Osaka
Winter night views of Osaka, with illuminations shining in
Shinsaibashi and Umeda Sky Building, offer exceptional beauty.
Deepening
Understanding of Osaka Culture
Kansai Dialect and Human
Warmth
You can naturally experience the warm human nature of Osaka people
and the charm of Kansai dialect while racing through the streets.
History as a Commercial City
You can learn about the history as “the nation’s kitchen” continuing
from the Edo period and its development as a modern commercial city
through the urban landscape.
Entertainment Culture
You can understand the cultural background of Osaka, the sacred place
of comedy, along with the atmosphere of the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do you handle rainy weather? A: We make
decisions prioritizing safety above all. Tours may be cancelled during
rainy weather.
Q: Is photography possible? A: Photography is free
at designated stopping points. Photography while driving is prohibited
for safety reasons.
Q: What should I be careful about regarding
clothing? A: Please participate in comfortable clothing and
shoes. Please avoid sandals or high-heeled shoes.
Q: Can foreigners participate? A: Participation is
possible if you have an international driver’s license.
Summary: Discovering
New Charms of Osaka
The Osaka street kart experience is a valuable opportunity to
discover the charm of Kansai’s commercial culture and the warm-hearted
city from a completely new perspective.
By experiencing the multifaceted charm of Osaka, which has developed
from a historic merchant city to a modern international city, from a
viewpoint just a few dozen centimeters above ground, your understanding
and affection for this city will surely deepen.
While keeping safety first in mind, please fully enjoy Osaka’s unique
warm human nature and vibrant culture!
