Naniwa Exploration Cruise with a Rakugo Storyteller

A rakugo storyteller will give you a fun tour of Osaka, the city of water.
Rediscover a new Osaka, one that's a little different from the usual.

The "Naniwa Exploration Cruise with a Rakugo Performer" is a sightseeing cruise where you can explore the city of Osaka, the "City of Water," from the river, guided by a rakugo performer with witty commentary.
As we proceeded, the scenery changed and we saw very low bridges.Even the most advanced passenger ships are certainly not without their share of ups and downs!
Osaka boasts many unique tourist attractions, such as Osaka Castle and the Osaka City Central Public Hall.
Now, you too can experience a side of Osaka that's a little different from what you usually see.Why not discover a new side of Osaka?
*The map shows Tugboat Taisho. 10 This flight departs from Universal City Port.

Basic information

Business hours: [Flight Schedule]
■Period: Daily service from April 13th (Mon) to December 27th (Sun), 2026. *No weekday service in July and August.
■Time: 10:00~, 12:30~, 14:30~

[Flight Route]
■10:00 departure "Kawa no Yumesaki Line Course" (Operating time: Approximately 100 minutes)
Departing from Universal City Port ~ Ajigawa River ~ Dojima River ~ Okawa River ~ Higashiyokobori River ~ Dotonbori River ~ Arriving at Minatomachi Pier
■12:30 departure, 14:30 departure: "River Loop Line Course" (Operating time: Approximately 100 minutes)
Tugboat departure from Taisho ~ Kizu River ~ Dojima River ~ Okawa River ~ Higashiyokobori River ~ Dotonbori River ~ Kizu River ~ Tugboat arrival at Taisho
*Depending on the weather, sea conditions, tide levels, sluice gate operating hours, river construction, river events, etc. on the day of operation,
Course changes, delays, cancellations, and alternative use of open-type vessels may occur.

Price: ■Adults: 4,500 yen (tax included)
■Students (junior high, high school, university, and vocational school students): 3,000 yen (tax included)
*Please present your student ID.
■Children (Elementary school students): 2,000 yen (tax included)
*A child's fare is required for preschool children exceeding one per adult, or for preschool children who require a seat.

[Naniwa Suito Gozen] 2,000 yen (tax included)
*Please register at least two days in advance.
*Not available for departures at 10:00.