Osaka Food and Culture Tour: A Deep Dive into Local Culinary and Historical Gems
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227 Ratings
Osaka
Embark on an electrifying journey through Osaka with our exclusive night tour! Explore vibrant districts, savor delectable local food, and immerse yourself in ancient neighborhoods. Join us for an unforgettable, off-the-beaten-path experience!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Pulala Tenma - We’ve got lots to show you in this historic neighborhood, and not just related to food either. Over the course of a 35 minute stroll, you’ll learn about the history and now of this part of Osaka. We’ll also visit two different restaurants here in Tenma, spending about half an hour in each. This is THE foodie city, so let’s get down to the details! Food will vary by restaurant and your tastes over the course of the evening, but typical dishes include kushi katsu (various fried food on sticks), dote nikomi (slow cooked beef… parts), “tonpei yaki” (a grilled pork and egg dish), poached chicken with sesame seed dressing, slow simmered vegetables in a light soy sauce fish stock, lightly pickled mackerel, and much more! We always serve at least ten dishes on our tours.
Incidentally, for those looking for something extra beefy, we offer the option of adding 100g (3.5 oz.) of well-marbled Kobe (or nearby) beef at one of our stops. Delicious, but plenty of food tonight even without the beef.
What's Included
- Expert English-speaking guide service
- Inclusive of dinner
- Tour-related public transportation fees covered
- Choice of three alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages
What's Not Included
- Extra drinks beyond the one included at each stop
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available for one-way US$60/group plus your train fare)
Additional Information
Join us for an unconventional, all-encompassing evening journey through Tenma and Kyobashi, two of Osaka’s cherished local culinary and drink districts! You’ll relish in traditional Osaka dishes, enjoy a few beverages, mix and mingle with the locals, and engage in a myriad of exciting activities along the way! Our guides are top-tier entertainers, with exceptional command of your language and Japanese. This intimate group tour (with a limit of 6 guests and often even fewer) mixes history with exploration, as you dive into the historical corners of these stunning city districts. Get ready to familiarize yourself with genuine Osaka, and be welcomed like a local in the venues we frequent and neighborhoods we explore. We prioritize quality, from our guides to our food, and eagerly look forward to giving you a memorable night out. Expect to spend about equal parts of your time exploring and eating - a balance we believe contributes to a perfect evening!
- Legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years. Customers booked as adults (20 and over) for this tour will not be served alcohol.
- All participants must be 13+ to participate in this experience
- A moderate amount of walking is involved - comfortable shoes are recommended
- Maximum group size of six (eight for private tours) allows for a truly immersive experience
- Gratuities are uncommon in Japan, however if you really enjoyed your time and want to show your guide how much you appreciate them, you should feel free to do so. However, there is absolutely NO tipping expectation.
Location
McDonald's Temma Station
Just outside the faregates of JR Tenma Station is a McDonalds. There's only one exit from the station, so it's not confusing. Just exit and veer right.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(227 Ratings)
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Q5670xxmarcb
Apr 28, 2024
Great night in Osaka! - Our guide (Brian) was fantastic! Knowledgeable, very funny, great with our young teens and did everything to make sure everyone had a nice experience. Highly recommend this tour - especially for a short visit to Osaka.
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Beat_n
Apr 21, 2024
Interesting evening - Our tour guide, originally from Paris, was very knowlegable and interesting. We had a fun evening learning about the Osaka custom and culture.
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Clarence_g
Apr 18, 2024
We had a blast during... - We had a blast during this food tour with our guide Joshua. We toured the Tenma and Kyobashi neighbourhoods and we learned about Osaka’s culture along the way. We ate at 3 different restaurants : small restaurant in a bustling alley, standing bar, izakaya style restaurant. We shared plates of amazing dishes and had lots to sample from (kushi katsu, sashimi, seafood, meats…). We got drinks at each spot (non-alcoholic was an option). We had a fabulous time and would recommend +++
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Glenn_h
Apr 16, 2024
Fun, interesting and informative - Our guide to was great. It was also a great walking tour of the back streets. He also gave us interesting points about Osaka culture.
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Talliaw2022
Apr 12, 2024
Expert guidance in a cool area - Our excellently knowledgeable, super friendly and fun guide Lito made this tour so great. We ate so many delicious things we wouldn't have tried otherwise and were so pleased to experience the Temma area with expert guidance.
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Lee_l
Apr 12, 2024
Great intro to Osaka culture and cuisine - My husband, in-laws and I had a great night out with Lito. He was a lot of fun, and answered all our random questions about Osaka. A really great intro to the city, with some fantastic food along the way.
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Looney2
Apr 6, 2024
Do yourself a favour and do this! - Amazing tour - Amazing guide Ferdinand - Amazing food. Best thing you can do is book this! You come away with a full belly, new friends and new experiences. Small group - perfect size to fit in local food places, great background information.
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Amallegni305
Apr 4, 2024
Great night exploring Osaka! - Fantastic time exploring the streets of Osaka with Kevin. Kevin was great with our kids (teenagers) talking about local culture, food and people and we explored some great local spots we would have never found or had the courage to walk in as tourists in a big city. Thanks Kevin!!
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Julie_h
Apr 25, 2024
A great tour of the night time hot spots for Osaka locals - I was looking for a tour that didn't go through the usual touristy areas like Dotonburi and this tour with Alejandro was perfect. We got to explore a few standing izakayas around Tenma, eating as the locals do.
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Jeff_k
Apr 5, 2024
A nice way to discover a bit of Osaka - The local flavor and knowledge . A unique approach to an introduction to a bit of the food scene. It was nice to be with a group of interested folks with similar motivations.
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