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Osaka Food Tour: Eat and Wander Around Dotonbori & Shinsekai

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Duration
3.5 hours
Number of Guests
2 - 8 guests
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible, Family-friendly
Language
English
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Near station, Regional food, Private Experience
Feast on Osaka’s delicious cuisine in neighborhoods renowned for their food and nightlife: Dotonbori and Shinsekai. Before stuffing yourself with takoyaki and okonomiyaki, pop by Hozenji Temple.

Highlights

Explore two must-visit areas for foodies in Osaka
Learn more about the city and the fascinating stories behind each dish
This tour includes hidden gems and local hotspots that are off the beaten path
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Calling all foodies for a culinary experience you won’t forget. Travel through the heart of Osaka’s nightlife in the neighborhoods of Dotonbori and Shinsekai. Starting with an appetizer of kushikatsu, or deep-fried skewers, in Shinsekai, you will then experience a Japanese ritual at Hozenji Temple. Nearby, you will try Osaka-style okonomiyaki. The night will wrap up with takoyaki, or octopus balls, in what is referred to as Osaka’s Times Square: Dotonbori. If you’re still hungry afterward, your host can point you to the best restaurants and bars to continue your night in Osaka! Best for a group of friends or families with adult children, this tour will teach you all there is to know about Osaka's authentic, one-of-a-kind cuisine. Sample itinerary: Enjoy the famous Osaka-style deep-fried skewers in Shinsekai Visit Hozenji Temple, where you'll experience an authentic Japanese ritual Savor delicious Osaka-style freshly cooked okonomiyaki in Hozenji-Yokocho Finally, head to Dotonbori and enjoy some takoyaki (octopus balls) End the tour at the EXPO2025 monument in front of the Dotonburi Starbucks

Inclusions

5 kushikatsu (fried skewers); the skewers will be chosen for you)
1 okonomiyaki (savory pancake)
Takoyaki (octopus delicacy)
Two alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages
Dessert

Exclusions

Food and drinks other than the ones included in the experience
Transportation

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

Dobutsuen-mae Station Exit 1

Remarks

Itinerary may change depending on the weather or transportation delays
Wear comfortable shoes
Service animals allowed
Infant seats not available
Ages 19 or under cannot drink alcohol as per Japanese law

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.
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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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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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