The area, which is the size of two Koshien stadiums, is bustling with activity, including a yakiniku restaurant and an "international market."

Despite its convenient location adjacent to the center of Osaka, the local area of Juso is not well known among tourists. While Juso retains a strong sense of old-fashioned downtown culture, in recent years the area has seen an increase in young people as the town has developed, revitalizing it. On this tour, you will explore the charms of Juso, touring the mural art that is a symbol of the new town, while savoring the flavors that have been passed down through the generations of the old downtown.

Experience the world of tea ceremony casually in everyday clothes
Enjoy matcha tea in a tea room that is a registered tangible cultural property. Come experience the world of tea ceremony in a casual setting.

Experience the history and culture of Sakai and an authentic tea ceremony
This facility has exhibits on two great figures associated with Sakai, Sen no Rikyu and Yosano Akiko, and also offers an authentic tea ceremony experience. You can also enjoy a truly immersive experience using VR.

This is a tea ceremony experience in a tea room (standing tea ceremony) named after the master of Nanshuji Temple, the Zen temple in Sakai where Sen no Rikyu trained. Even first-timers can enjoy it. At the standing tea ceremony, you can enjoy Sakai matcha and Japanese sweets (fresh confections) while seated in a chair, accompanied by a tea ceremony from the Omotesenke, Urasenke, and Mushakojisenke schools.

This is a tea ceremony experience in an authentic tea room named after the head of the Sansen school. Even first-timers can enjoy it. Under the guidance of the Sansen school of tea ceremony, you will not only experience the etiquette of the tea ceremony, such as nijiri, seiza, admiring the floor, and how to enjoy sweets and tea, but you will also be able to actually make tea yourself. *Reservations must be completed at least one month in advance as a general rule.

Discover the profound depth of tea ceremony culture in Sakai
In this tea room named after the head of the Sansen school, you can enjoy a kaiseki-style meal and thick and thin tea prepared by a tea master.

A special time to enjoy matcha that you made yourself
Experience making matcha using a stone mill at Nishio Meikoen Tea Shop, which was founded in 1854. Matcha chocolate is included during the period.

Enter the world of Japanese tea, appreciating its aroma, flavor, and aftertaste
This long-established tea shop was founded in 1850. In Sakai, where the culture of the tea ceremony is alive and well, you can spend a relaxing time savoring freshly ground matcha and sweets.

This is an experience where you can make traditional Sakai wagashi (nerikiri) by hand under the guidance of an instructor. Try making wagashi using seasonal fruits, your favorite flowers, animals, or characters (2 or 3 pieces per person).

You can observe the hand-making of konbu, which has supported the food culture of Kamigata, and we will talk about the history of the birth of Kansai's dashi culture and various types of konbu. Those who attend the tour will receive a souvenir of Oboro Konbu. In addition to Oboro Konbu, our direct sales store sells a variety of konbu products such as snack konbu, tsukudani (simmered konbu), and dashi konbu, so you can purchase them as souvenirs or for use at home.

These are recommended restaurants collected from local residents so that you can enjoy Sakai's rich gourmet food.
Please enjoy the gourmet food recommended by locals. For details, please check the page below.