Discover Osaka’s retro charm and flavors on a 3-hour Shinsekai & Dotonbori food tour. Begin in Shinsekai, a nostalgic district watched over by Tsutenkaku Tower. Stroll through Jan-Jan Yokocho alley, see the famous Billiken statue, and taste crispy Kushikatsu, Osaka’s beloved skewered delicacy. Step back in time along a “museum-like” food alley, only 1.2 meters wide, filled with artwork and history from over 80 years ago. Visit a hidden temple tucked between Namba’s neon lights for a moment of reflection before diving into Dotonbori—the true heart of Osaka. Known as the “nation’s kitchen” since the Edo period, Dotonbori is the city’s ultimate food hub. Here, indulge in iconic Osaka street foods like Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki while soaking up the district’s vibrant energy. Perfect for travelers seeking history, culture, and local cuisine, this tour blends the flavors of Osaka with its rich past for an unforgettable culinary journey.
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carlyjbb, 10/17/2025 3:50:14 AM
We’ve done foodie tours in other countries & found this one underwhelming. We visited 2 places with the option for a 3rd (happy to pass as it was squid balls). I would much prefer sampling smaller portions at multiple locations. The place we attended 2nd was a full meal of one food type, it would be much better to give samples/smaller portions. Also the first place includes 2 x drinks but nobody drank 2 from our group of 6, they should reduce the price to allow 1 drink at this venue? If people want more drinks then they could pay. We did however enjoy walking around Shinsekai & Dotonbori with Kent pointing out places of interest & taking pics for us. I did feel the tour was very slow paced, probably too slow for my liking. Would I do this tour again? No I would do more research to see alternative options with more destinations/food stops.
MARC B, 10/16/2025 2:14:19 AM
Mari, was amazing. This tour was surprisingly fun and educational. We had a mix of needs and everyone was respectfully accommodated without holding up the group. A little on the go shopping and plenty of good food. Japanese pancake was our highlight. Ask for Mari. 5 Stars.
737kiethb, 10/15/2025 7:32:10 PM
Yuma was a lovely young man. He was interesting and engaging and helped us understand the Japanese culture. His English is very good and he was very easy to understand.
Q9121NTmikeh, 10/14/2025 8:18:27 AM
Nina was the greatest tour guide! She planned an amazing food tour for us, and it was a great way to explore Osaka! Would recommend to anyway wanting to learn about Osaka in a fun way.
justinemH4024VG, 10/13/2025 8:57:32 AM
Great food and walking tour. Our guide Kent was fantastic - informative, showed us secret laneways and adjusted the menu due to an allergy. Highly recommend.
443rhondag, 10/13/2025 7:35:46 AM
Hiro was such a great guide - we were lucky enough to have the tour as just our group so we basically got a private tour of Osaka! Hiro made each food enjoyable and he customized the food orders to match our needs. The tour will definitely provide enough food - try everything! Would recommend this as a first night intro to the city.
Passport18276201379, 10/12/2025 1:14:45 PM
We had a great time on our tour, the food experience was good, but also the insights into the local culture and heritage made it even better, it was not rushed, we enjoyed it all.
laurenbG4831WN, 10/12/2025 8:45:02 AM
Kent was fab, the tour was excellent and the food was amazing. Got to see all the sights as well as taste local favourites. Thank you!
olgabO7081YM, 10/11/2025 7:07:30 PM
I liked the trip over Osaka eating places. Yuma is a very nice guide: very friendly, educated, with good English. Thank you!
satoshim240, 10/10/2025 1:39:02 AM
Reiko’s Osaka foodie tour was absolutely amazing! She took us to hidden local spots for the best kushi katsu and okonomiyaki I’ve ever had. Her warmth, knowledge, and passion for Osaka’s food culture made the experience feel personal and unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to taste the real flavors of Osaka and hang out with someone who truly loves her city!
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- All ages are welcome on this tour.
- You do not need to cover the cost of the guide’s food and drinks.
- Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer temperatures reaching up to 40°C (110°F) and winter lows dropping to -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
- Gluten-free and Vegan CANNOT be accommodated on this tour.
- For a vegetarian course, please choose the option upon booking, or request in advance, by the day before at latest. ※Request made on the tour day cannot be accommodated.
- At the Kushikatsu (Deep-fired skewers) spot, dashi (pork broth) is still used even in the vegetarian Kushikatsu. If you're not able to consume dashi, kindly let us know in advanced so that we can prepare other vegetarian dishes.
- Please inform us at least one day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.※ Requests made on the tour day cannot be accommodated. Please kindly understand that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free meals, accommodation of dietary restrictions or the substitutions, as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to us.
- This tour may visit places where smoking is allowed. Please note that we might not be able to change the tour venues in this case.
- Out of respect for all guests and to ensure the best experience for everyone, the tour will start on time. You will not be able to join the tour, receive a refund, or reschedule if you arrive late and miss the group.
Departure point
In front of FamilyMart, Sanno Dobutsuen-mae store Right outside Exit 1 of Dobutsuen-mae Station Your guide will be holding a sign saying "MagicalTrip"No redemption information available
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