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A busy urban river with boats, surrounded by tall buildings with bright advertisements. 1
A traditional Japanese castle with blue lighting, reflecting in a calm pond, surrounded by trees and a small pagoda. 2
A food stall with a sign in Japanese, a refrigerated display case, and people browsing. 3
A street food cart with a cartoon character and a statue of liberty design, surrounded by pedestrians. 4
A street scene with a person in a traditional costume, a bicycle, and a sign with Japanese characters. 5
By Osaka Food Tours, Inc.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €41 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Discover seafood markets while taste-testing delicious local produce
    • Marvel at ancient winding alleys where only locals relax and have fun
    • Admire the central, dazzling Dotonbori River while eating takoyaki with a drink
    • Explore America-mura and discover Japan’s take on American culture
    • Explore the unique retro zone and see a different side of Osaka and Japan

Activity location

    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro (subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. If you see "Exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. Alternatively, we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However it’s much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you would prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Hotspots and Hidden Gems 3-Hour Group Tour (Castle Not Included)

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Choose this option to join a group tour with up to 9 participants.
Does not go to the castle.
If you want to go to the castle after the tour has finished, the guide can give you easy directions but will not go with you to the castle.

Language options: English
Starting time: 18:30
Price details
€40.76 x 1 Adult€40.76
Total
Price is €40.76

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Walking tour
  • Inclusions
    Local guide
  • Inclusions
    Visit Osaka Tour (only on 4-hour, 5-hour, and 7-hour tours)
  • Inclusions
    Insider recommendations on local restaurants *after the tour finishes
  • Inclusions
    Snack
  • Inclusions
    Takoyaki ball (battered octopus snack)
  • Inclusions
    Can of drink from retro vending machine
  • Exclusions
    Lunch and restaurant drinks
  • Exclusions
    Vehicle and public transport costs (public transport might be necessary on 4-hour, 5-hour, and 7-hour tours, depending on which extra places you want to visit. Taxis and public transport are at your own expense; trains generally cost less than 1,000 yen per person)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Gain great insight by slipping through a hidden maze of bars and restaurants in central Osaka, completely hidden to tourists. Afterwards, check out haunts loved by locals while passing through winding cobblestone alleys. Here, you’ll taste the famous takoyaki—battered octopus balls—on us. It will be complemented with a can of drink on this tour which can be a group tour (with others) or a private tour (just for you or your group).

    We'll step into the traditional Kuromon Ichiba Market, a seafood market where top chefs head to purchase their fresh ingredients every day. All the oddities and delicious foods will be explained, and there will be some tastings as well.

    Leave the hustle and bustle of the busy market behind as you follow quiet, off-the-beaten-path routes to uncover a mystic temple and its unique centuries-old history, passing boutique eateries and hidden shops.

    As you continue your Osaka journey, prepare yourself for a sensory overload as you navigate wacky larger-than-life hoardings highlighting modern Japanese culture. Follow your guide through the central Dotonbori area and listen to interesting personal stories and local history about Osaka as you go.

    Get a glimpse into what the Japanese think of American culture when you visit America-mura before heading to the old Shinsekai area. Admire the intriguing mix of crazy fishing restaurants and ancient Japanese gaming parlours.

    The 3-hour group tour (max of 9 guests) gives a quick, exciting overview of the charms of Osaka. We all meet in Namba Metro Station, exit 24, top of the stairs.

    Choose a more in-depth experience by opting for the 4-hour, 5-hour and 7-hour private tours (which are totally personalised to your liking) and visit such places as a knife shop for a private demonstration and lesson on world-famous Japanese knives.
    Explore even more alleys filled with authentic restaurants, and discover the East Shinsaibashi foodie zone. Also go to the Museum of Housing and Living and peek at how the locals used to live in the olden times to the present.
    NOTE: On these 4-hour, 5-hour and 7-hour private tours we can also visit Osaka Castle. We can also go to the historic and serene Shitennoji, Japan’s oldest temple.
    NOTE: After the tour finishes, we will be happy to give you a list of our personal favourite eateries in the area. Please request this from our great guide.

    Our private tours can have hotel pick up in the central areas of Osaka.

Location

Activity location

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    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro (subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. If you see "Exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. Alternatively, we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However it’s much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you would prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro (subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. If you see "Exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. Alternatively, we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However it’s much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you would prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro (subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. If you see "Exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. Alternatively, we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However it’s much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you would prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro (subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. If you see "Exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. Alternatively, we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However it’s much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you would prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 2-chōme-2-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan | Meet your guide at exit 24 of Namba metro (subway) station at the top of the stairs, where you can see the vehicles. The guide will be standing there. If you see "Exit 24", next to the "Bo Concept" sign, you are at the right place. Alternatively, we can meet at your hotel if it is at a central location. Please give us your hotel address by the day before to check if we can pick up. However it’s much better to meet at our chosen location to make best use of your time. Let us know which you would prefer.
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan