Deep Backstreet Osaka Tour (With Dinner)
Get to know the unfiltered Japan and learn about Osaka’s cuisine during a food tour that gives an honest portrayal of the “gritty” side of Japan’s food capital.
Highlights
Indulge in 8 dishes at some of the most authentic eateries in Osaka
Hear anecdotes and learn about the history of this gritty region that’s relatively unexplored by tourists
Get insight into taboo topics and gain understanding about the scope of this incredible city
Stroll through the well-preserved historic Taisho era red light district (optional)
Get acquainted with the range of Osaka’s cuisine and explore its origins along the very paths you walk
10 meals
+Experience Details
Explore the real, unfiltered Japan through the eyes of your Japanese-Australian tour guide during this award winning Osaka food tour.
While taking a stroll through the city during this food tour in Osaka, you will visit 3 totally original hidden eateries and fill your belly with 8 delicious dishes, with the final stop being at an izakaya (Japanese gastropub) where you will have a course dinner.
In between food stops, you’ll explore the backstreets of Osaka, hearing anecdotes and gaining insights into the history of Osaka’s retro area, redlight district, yakuza domains, abandoned buildings, gambling dens, and more.
Schedule:
17:30 Meet at Daikokucho Station at Exit 1 (top of the stairs)
17:40 Explore retro Shinsekai and the abandoned houses in the neighborhood
18:20 Try two Japanese street foods in the foodie capital of Japan!
18:40 Stroll through Osaka’s gritty back-alleys, an unfiltered portrayal of the city
19:00 Retrace the steps of Osaka’s yakuza, traversing the historic red light district (alternative route available upon request)
19:20 Food stop at a takoyaki joint
19:40 Be dazzled by the flashy entertainment district featuring pachinko parlors
Inclusions
Dine on 8 dishes (including desserts)
Visit 3 different eateries: food stall, restaurant & izakaya
Guide detailing food & history of area
Exclusions
Transportation costs to location not included
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
The meeting point for this experience will be Daikokucho Station. Address: 3-11-10 Shikitsuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Please wear walking shoes. We will walk about 4km in total.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Osaka Prefecture is the birthplace of Kansai-style okonomiyaki and many classic Japanese street foods. Centered around Osaka (the prefectural capital), the clash of trade, traditions, and modern technologies contributes to the dynamic energy of this prefecture overlooking Osaka Bay.
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10 meals
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