Absolute Osaka Food Tour
Explore back alleys and local spots in the entertainment, shopping, and nightlife hub of Minami Osaka!
Highlights
Walk through a secret back alley of the vibrant Dotonbori entertainment area
Try local specialties, like kushikatsu (fried skewers) and Michelin-starred takoyaki (grilled balls with octopus)
Visit an off-the-beaten-path izakaya (Japanese bar) and have a drink while tasting a variety of seasonal Japanese dishes
Check out some wacky, unique Osaka bars, like a 1950s-themed bar
End the tour with an Osaka dessert specialty
10 meals
Experience Details
Minami Osaka (South Osaka) is a hub of restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and nightlife. Like in Tokyo’s Shibuya, surrounded by shining neon lights and towering billboards it can be easy to be dazzled (or overwhelmed) by the city’s fun-loving, boisterous character. That’s where this Osaka Food Tour at Night comes in. Going on an Osaka food tour is the perfect way to explore the off-the-beaten-path areas, to see those truly local Osaka spots that are still unknown among foreign tourist circles, and dip a toe into Osaka’s rowdy nightlife.
The tour will begin in the Dotonbori area, iconic for its massive billboard of the Glico Running Man, advertising the Japanese food company best known for Pocky. It can be easy to get trapped in this commercial area, just going to the same old establishments, but this tour will take you on a winding journey through little alleyways, to see another side of Osaka.
Sample local dishes, like kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), and of course the famous takoyaki (molten-hot grilled balls of batter with a piece of chewy octopus in the center). You’ll also get to visit a local izakaya (Japanese gastropub) and have a drink alongside yummy seasonal dishes like tempura.
You’ll also be shown around Osaka’s retro drinking alleys, with tons of tiny izakaya bars crammed together, each bar with its own unique point. These artsy, hole-in-the-wall izakayas are worlds in and of themselves, with different themes or twists on the classic Japanese bar.
Lastly, finish up with a dessert, and then feel free to explore the area on your own, checking out some of the local guide’s recommended spots. You’ll likely want to stay out all night!
Inclusions
Insights from the local Osaka Food Tour guide in a 3-hour tour in Osaka at night
4 food stops, with a street food tasting and local restaurant
Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers of meat and vegetables), Michelin-starred takoyaki, and seasonal foods!
Dessert
1 drink and several local dishes at an izakaya (Japanese bar)
Exclusions
Hotel pick up not included (can be arranged for an additional charge).
Gratuity.
Transportation costs.
Additional drinks or food (not included but possible to purchase at guest expense).
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet-up details will be sent to your provided email address once your booking is confirmed.
Remarks
The Osaka Food Tour starts strictly on time. If guests do not arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will begin regardless, and no refund shall be given.
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour will involve lots of walking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
For drinking, dining, and shopping in the heart of Osaka, Dotonbori (or Dotombori) is one of Osaka’s most popular destinations. “Dotonbori” refers to both the canal area and Dotonbori Street which run parallel to each other. With intense neon lights (you can't miss the famous 20-meter tall Glico Man sign), the Dotonbori area is a feast for the eyes as well as the mouth. Street food stalls turning takoyaki balls and flipping okonomiyaki slabs compete against all-you-can-eat restaurants and late night snacks at small izakayas.
Kentaro was our tour guide. He was a font of interesting information about Japan, Osaka and local food.
Our guide, Russ, was very knowledgeable and, true to his Welsh roots, he entertained us with many fun stories and anecdotes about both the old and new Osaka . Wondering through the streets and side...read more
Spencer exceeded our initial expectations as our tour guide for the evening. The tour started a bit awkwardly, but Spencer’s eclectic knowledge helped spark conversations which connected us as a gr...read more
This was an amazing tour. We are vegan and our tour guide was extremely accommodating.
Russ was a pretty fun guide for our first night out in Osaka. He exclusively speaks English so if that is something you would like definitely go for the tour. Good food and pretty good conversation...read more
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10 meals
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