Activities & Tours: Osaka Prefecture

Culinary Tours

Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)

Your guide Andy-Kenji or friend(tour featured on Netflix's Someone Feed Phil" in the 7th season), has extensive knowledge of the local foodie scene...you'll go where only the locals get their authentic, delicious daily soul food. Let's mix it with a bit of history, culture and lots of laughs. In 2022 our tour business was rated in the top 20 food tours in the world, so we hope this tour will be the absolute highlight of your Osaka stay:) You'll get a very unique perspective where you will discover 5 delicious eateries on this tour. Not gourmet food, but authentic tasty food from a hidden restaurant , backstreet stall, specialized eatery, standing joint & gastrobar whilst walking through arcades, side alleys and plazas rarely visited or known by foreigners. (Note: We are on the upcoming season of Netflix's uber famous foodie show "Someone Feed Phil", chosen for our "authentic, delicous food & varied range of carefully chosen eateries") A Tour from Osaka Food Tours, Inc.

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based on 929 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $82.28

Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

◼︎Feel the nostalgia of the past in Shinsekai with your palate with local foods such as Kushikatsu◼︎ This 3-hour food journey will start with visiting the Shinto shine in Shinsekai. You will see an old busy commercial district with the Tsutenkaku Tower as the symbol of this area. ◼︎Step in time as your guide takes you through a food alley from the past◼︎ You wouldn't believe how much you can explore in this narrow alley which is only 1.2m in width. ◼︎Stuff yourself like you mean it at Dotonbori, the "nation's kitchen" with local foods like okonomiyaki and takoyaki◼︎ Dotonbori has been the symbol of Osaka for a long time! Historically a merchant city and during the Edo period, it served as a center for the rice trade. Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

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based on 465 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $85.63

6 Hours Private Foodie Tour from Osaka Castle & Kuromon Market

We've crafted a 6-hour Osaka Private tour for you based on our extensive guiding experience, ensuring efficiency and richness. （6-hour Private tour ＋ a delicious foods!） Starting with a morning pick-up from your hotel, we aim to provide you with a worry-free experience, allowing you to relax and anticipate a fulfilling day ahead! As you delve into the depth of history at Osaka Castle, indulge your taste buds in the unique flavors of Kuromon Market. We also strive to accommodate vegetarians as much as possible.Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Dotonbori, where locals and tourists alike gather to experience Osaka's bustling atmosphere. Additionally, we're delighted to offer insights into the rich culture of Japanese knives along Doguyasuji Street. We would be delighted to provide information on local spots and establishments in Osaka during the tour, curated with insider knowledge, to enhance your experience even further should you wish.

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based on 15 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $155

Eat, Drink, Cycle: Osaka Food and Bike Tour

Combine the freedom of bike riding with the culinary delights of Japan's most famous food city in a 3-hour foodie bike tour! Led by a knowledgable guide, you will ride the streets of Osaka, exploring a local market, meeting some of the locals and sampling local bites along the way. Your English speaking guide will help you learn more about the city and introduce you to a range of delicious foods.

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based on 131 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $88.61

Absolute Osaka Food Tour

This 3-hour Osaka Night Food Tour will take you on an unforgettable eating excursion through the busy streets and the hidden, less frequented parts of Minami (South) Osaka. Starting on the bright and busy Doutonburi area we will learn about Glico man, a Filipino sprinter named Fortunato Catalon who inspired a nation and a company! Similar to Shibuya (its counterpart in Tokyo) the lights and sounds of Dotounburi often lead you astray to overly-commercialized restaurants with queues of tourists outside. We want to take our guests to places they would certainly miss without a local’s guidance. We will take secret alleys not long after we begin the tour toward the shrine wedged out of sight from the average passerby.

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based on 220 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $245

Kuromon Market Food Walking Tour in Osaka

-Try Osaka's "must-eat" street food, Takoyaki- It's a small rounded ball snack made of wheat-flour based batter with a piece of octopus inside. This Takoyaki is originally from Osaka and that's why we want you to try the best one. -Have a taste of local favorite foods- This tour will be an excellent option for you if you would like to try different kinds of Japanese food in one place! The Kuromon Market has a history of more than 100 years and has more than 130 shops and stalls.In addition we take you to Dotonbori where you can find local food even more! -Find unique Japanese kitchenware and tableware souvenirs- We'll head to a street named Doguyasuji street. The street has contributed to "the Kitchen of the Nation" by offering various kitchenware, tableware and cooking equipment not only for individuals, but also for professionals. Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan!

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based on 201 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $36.71

1 Group Only Tour: Explore Osaka Hidden Nights of Food & Izakaya

Do you want to experience the vibrant Izakaya culture of Osaka? This is ONE GROUP ONLY TOUR EXPERIENCE On this tour, you will visit three hidden gems loved by locals and experience Osaka's food culture in depth. Tour Highlights: Local hidden gems: Instead of tourist-oriented izakayas, we will visit hidden gems that are not listed in guidebooks and are loved by locals. Experience Osaka's food culture: You can enjoy Osaka specialties such as kushikatsu and takoyaki, as well as rare dishes that you can only find locally. Interact with locals: At each izakaya, we will have opportunities to interact with locals. Hear about Osaka's culture and history and make friends with the locals. Feel like a local: Feel like a local by experiencing Osaka's life and culture firsthand throughout the tour. You Experience the hidden side of Osaka on this unique izakaya crawl through the vibrant backstreets of Tennoji, Shinsekai, and Namba.

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based on 16 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $56.96

Osaka Street Food Tour with a Local Foodie: Private & 100% Personalized

You’ll join one of our hosts to hit the streets and eat your way around the city’s street food stalls. You’ll explore the Namba district as well as the famous Dotonbori area, Osaka’s renowned destination for all things food, wandering through tiny lantern-lit alleyways and neon-lit streets to discover where the best local delicacies are cooked up. You’ll be exposed to regional and traditional Japanese dishes as your host takes you to spots where you can learn all about their origins and local ingredients. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

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based on 26 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $175.13

Osaka Market Food Tour

On this tour, you will have a chance to explore this market that is full of history and get to know the local products that make this a special place to visit. You will not only learn about Kuromon Market but also get an insider’s perspective on the culture, local people, food, and the Osakan way of life. The Kuromon market started off as a fisherman’s market but now includes a variety of other stores as well. You will find 39 fish stores, 10 Greengrocery shops, 12 Butcher shops, 7 candy shops, and 24 restaurants located in this Market. A lot of Osakans shop here especially because the produce in this market comes from all over Japan. During your market tour you will have a chance to try high-quality, seasonal fish, produce, and beef. Try Osaka’s most famous street foods and enjoy the colorful sights and sounds.

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based on 15 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $224

Evening Street Food Hopping Tour in Downtown Osaka

Enjoy the best street food experience with a professional local guide on your private tour. Osaka, the city of merchants, is the place with the nickname “the kitchen of Japan” since it has long been the center of the rice exchange market and was the logistic hub during the Samurai age. The unique atmosphere and culinary culture of Osaka remains unchanged even today after around 300 years. In the evening, neon billboards light up every corner of the city. You will have a chance to experience this local way of life as you hop around the street food stands and restaurants.

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based on 5 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $124.15

Retro Osaka Street Food Tour: Shinsekai

The Shinsekai district is unique — there is nothing really like it anywhere else in Japan. The neighborhood dates back to the early 1900s and grew in popularity through the post-war “Showa” era until the 1960s. An exploration in this colorful neighborhood really is very “Local-Osaka.” It’s always so much fun, at any time of day! Although people visit from across Japan and around the world, this area is still very much a locals’ spot- with many shops, restaurants, and gaming parlors catering to the everyday laborers who live nearby. This retro district is full of inexpensive local dining and entertainment options. Take a stroll with our local expert and we will show you the hidden gems and explain the colorful history of Shinsekai through the years. You will get to try different local dishes at 4 different shops. Each item has a long history in the Osaka area.

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based on 34 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $224

Osaka Food Walking Tour with Market Visit

Explore Osaka, the "kitchen of Japan" with the locals! Osaka has been known as a gourmet city since the samurai period. This tour is for food lovers who would like to try various kind of Japanese food. The tour covers morning fish market, eateries and sightseeing spots in downtown areas.

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based on 9 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $101.27

Osaka Dotonbori Daytime Food Tour

This 3-hour Osaka Food Tour in the famous foodie neighborhood of Dotonbori & Namba will take you on an unforgettable eating excursion through the busy streets and the hidden, less frequented parts of Minami (South) Osaka. The tour kicks off in the busy Dotonbori area where we will learn about Glico man, a Filipino sprinter named Fortunato Catalon who inspired a nation and a company! Similar to Shibuya (its counterpart in Tokyo) the sights and sounds of Dotounburi often lead you astray to overly-commercialized restaurants with queues of tourists outside. We want to take our guests to places they would certainly miss without local guidance. We will take secret alleys not long after we begin the tour toward the shrine hidden from sight for the average passerby.

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based on 13 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $224

Deep Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba, Osaka

Experience the "eat until you drop" culture of Osaka in its liveliest district! Osaka is known as the "Kitchen of the nation" for a good reason. Going on a food binge in the city famous for the "eat until you drop" motto is a must. Join an in-the-know local or fellow foodie and take into the backstreets, deeper into the Namba area and enjoy delicious local cuisine. Highlights - A "Barhopping" experience with a knowledgeable local. Journey deep into Osaka's busiest shopping district, "Ura Namba". - Stop by Hozenji Temple in the heart of a commercial district, and experience an atmosphere fusing past and present. - Commemorate the occasion with a picture in front of Osaka's symbol, the Glico Man sign! - Great for both Osaka first-timers and repeaters! *Please note that the exact restaurant may be subject to change due to circumstances including but not limited to seat availability, closing days, guest preference and more.

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See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $94.94

Discover the Hidden Gem of Osaka's Private Walking Tour

Welcome to Osaka, where tradition meets modernity in a vibrant cityscape! Embark on an 8-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide to explore hidden gems and iconic landmarks. Begin in the city center, discovering ancient temples alongside lively shopping districts and savoring Osaka's culinary delights. Dive into history at Osaka Castle and its gardens, then experience the neon-lit charm of Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi. Whether you're a history buff or a foodie, this personalized tour promises cultural immersion and unforgettable moments. Join us to uncover Osaka's soul and create lasting memories of this dynamic metropolis!

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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $303.8

Activities & Tours: Osaka Prefecture

Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)

Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

6 Hours Private Foodie Tour from Osaka Castle & Kuromon Market

Eat, Drink, Cycle: Osaka Food and Bike Tour

Absolute Osaka Food Tour

Kuromon Market Food Walking Tour in Osaka

1 Group Only Tour: Explore Osaka Hidden Nights of Food & Izakaya

Osaka Street Food Tour with a Local Foodie: Private & 100% Personalized

Osaka Market Food Tour

Evening Street Food Hopping Tour in Downtown Osaka

Retro Osaka Street Food Tour: Shinsekai

Osaka Food Walking Tour with Market Visit

Osaka Dotonbori Daytime Food Tour

Deep Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba, Osaka

Discover the Hidden Gem of Osaka's Private Walking Tour

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