The Culinary Scene
5 (61)

Instagrammable food experience, Osaka style

3 hours English
5 (61)
100% Personalized

Alice in Wonderland cakes, edible art, and rainbow treats are a few of the most picturesque foods to discover on this colorful experience

Kalid
Kalid
Jan
Jan

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Starbucks Coffee - Tsutaya Ebisubashi - The host will be waiting in front of Starbucks Coffee.

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalised experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
6-8 tastings of various Instagrammable foods
A glass of sake, highball, wine, beer or a soft drink

What’s Excluded:

Additional food and drinks from the ones provided in the experience
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Discover Osaka’s food trend - of dishes that look too good to eat!
  • Discover some of the city’s most photogenic eateries, and indulge your sweet tooth.
  • Experience local dishes from classic Osakan eats to the latest Instagram trends.
  • Snap photos of the weird, wonderful and wacky dishes you encounter!
  • Discover popular joints and those hidden in obscure locations, too.
  • Pick your host’s brain for the best places to eat and drink for the rest of your adventure.

What travelers think of our Osaka experiences

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Emily 22 August 2025

Maria was amazing, so kind and knowledgable. It was just me and she was so good at tailoring and checking what I would like to try! Amazing - can’t recommend enough- thanks Maria!

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Ayana 12 January 2025

Our private food tour in Osaka was to die for, and it was all thanks to our host, Maria (^.^). She guided us through busy streets while explaining the history of some of the most popular dishes in Japan and even gave us a few history lessons about Osaka's culture. Each food dish we tried was better than the last, so we went home with full bellies and loads of memories. We would definitely recommend City Unscripted for any of your wildest adventures! 10 out of 10 :-)

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Megan 24 November 2024

This tour is definitely a must for travelers in Osaka! our guide Taku, was amazing and catered to our dietary preferences perfectly (we are both vegetarian). He was very knowledgeable and showed us some really lovely food locations but also some great cultural places and shopping. Highly recommend!

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Owen 15 October 2024

Kanna didn’t just take us to find great food, she is fun to be with. She engaged with everyone!

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Melanie 4 August 2024

Amazing evening. Tailored really well to my vegetarian preferences!! lots of tasty choices!

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Owen 11 October 2024

Kanna was fun and she kept the conversation going. She engaged everyone we ran into from shop vendors to restaurant staff. Everyone was having a good time.

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What you’ll do

You’ll snap - and chomp - your way through some of Osaka’s most picturesque parlors and eateries, discovering this incredible aspect of Osaka’s food obsession - dishes that look too good to eat! Perhaps begin at an Alice in Wonderland-themed cafe, where you’ll feel like you’ve fallen down the rabbit hole and into Wonderland thanks to the eclectic design and even more eclectic dishes.

You could create your own Japanese-style garden at the eclectic Mamezo & Cafe before eating it all up or snap some essential shots of takoyaki squid balls and matcha-infused sweets in Hozenji Yokocho, a stone-paved alleyway bursting with tiny izakaya bars that feels like it’s been frozen in time. You won’t know whether to eat the art or photograph it!

Real Stories, Real Connections

Basking in the sunshine under iconic torii gates outside Osaka.

Basking in the sunshine under iconic torii gates outside Osaka.

Neon lights illuminate the bustling streets below Osaka's iconic tower.

Neon lights illuminate the bustling streets below Osaka's iconic tower.

Smiling visitors capture a moment outside Osaka Castle.

Smiling visitors capture a moment outside Osaka Castle.

Exploring vibrant street art amid Osaka's bustling urban scene.

Exploring vibrant street art amid Osaka's bustling urban scene.

Posing with Osaka's quirky golden statue amid colorful street art.

Posing with Osaka's quirky golden statue amid colorful street art.

Bright smiles on a rainy stroll across Osaka's vibrant red bridge.

Bright smiles on a rainy stroll across Osaka's vibrant red bridge.

A cheerful boat glides past dazzling billboards on Osaka's canal.

A cheerful boat glides past dazzling billboards on Osaka's canal.

People admire the vibrant billboards in bustling Osaka.

People admire the vibrant billboards in bustling Osaka.

Exploring the vibrant streets of Osaka beneath a playful dragon.

Exploring the vibrant streets of Osaka beneath a playful dragon.

An evening stroll beneath Osaka's towering Ferris wheel.

An evening stroll beneath Osaka's towering Ferris wheel.

Exploring vibrant torii gates under Osaka's bright sunshine.

Exploring vibrant torii gates under Osaka's bright sunshine.

Osaka Castle stands majestically against the pastel evening sky.

Osaka Castle stands majestically against the pastel evening sky.

A vibrant samurai scene brings excitement to the busy Osaka street.

A vibrant samurai scene brings excitement to the busy Osaka street.

Joyful smiles under Osaka's vibrant signs by the canals.

Joyful smiles under Osaka's vibrant signs by the canals.

Visitors gather under the clear skies at Osaka Castle.

Visitors gather under the clear skies at Osaka Castle.

A sunny day draws many to Osaka's iconic castle grounds.

A sunny day draws many to Osaka's iconic castle grounds.

Exploring the historical charm of Osaka Castle under a clear sky.

Exploring the historical charm of Osaka Castle under a clear sky.

Enjoying a sunny day exploring the grounds of Osaka Castle.

Enjoying a sunny day exploring the grounds of Osaka Castle.

Exploring Osaka's vibrant market with smiles all around.

Exploring Osaka's vibrant market with smiles all around.

Beneath vibrant signs, friends smile by a golden statue in Osaka.

Beneath vibrant signs, friends smile by a golden statue in Osaka.

Beneath the shade of an ancient tree, smiles in Osaka bloom.

Beneath the shade of an ancient tree, smiles in Osaka bloom.

Cherry blossoms decorate Osaka's skyline on a peaceful morning.

Cherry blossoms decorate Osaka's skyline on a peaceful morning.

Capturing the charm of Osaka's iconic cherry blossoms and skyline.

Capturing the charm of Osaka's iconic cherry blossoms and skyline.

Sharing laughter and tasty morsels in the heart of Osaka.

Sharing laughter and tasty morsels in the heart of Osaka.

Celebrating a fun discovery in Osaka's bustling streets.

Celebrating a fun discovery in Osaka's bustling streets.

Tasting street food delights under Osaka's vibrant market ceiling.

Tasting street food delights under Osaka's vibrant market ceiling.

A moment of discovery at a sword exhibit in Osaka.

A moment of discovery at a sword exhibit in Osaka.

Enjoying a peaceful moment by the castle moat in Osaka.

Enjoying a peaceful moment by the castle moat in Osaka.

A group enjoying a rainy stroll through Osaka’s cherry blossoms.

A group enjoying a rainy stroll through Osaka’s cherry blossoms.

A rainy day adds charm to exploring Osaka Castle's gardens.

A rainy day adds charm to exploring Osaka Castle's gardens.

Tourist delighting in a cherry blossom ice cream moment in Osaka.

Tourist delighting in a cherry blossom ice cream moment in Osaka.

Delicate blossoms sway gently over the tranquil pond in Osaka.

Delicate blossoms sway gently over the tranquil pond in Osaka.

A group stands together under the grandeur of Osaka Castle.

A group stands together under the grandeur of Osaka Castle.

A cheerful group raises their arms beneath iconic Osaka billboards.

A cheerful group raises their arms beneath iconic Osaka billboards.

A couple enjoys cherry blossoms under a shared umbrella in Osaka.

A couple enjoys cherry blossoms under a shared umbrella in Osaka.

A group smiles beneath blooming cherry blossoms in Osaka.

A group smiles beneath blooming cherry blossoms in Osaka.

Tourists standing under cherry blossoms in full bloom, smiles all around.

Tourists standing under cherry blossoms in full bloom, smiles all around.

A group enjoys a rainy day stroll in Osaka's gardens.

A group enjoys a rainy day stroll in Osaka's gardens.

Delighted by the discovery of a taiyaki treat in Osaka.

Delighted by the discovery of a taiyaki treat in Osaka.

Strolling through a bustling arcade street in Osaka's vibrant heart.

Strolling through a bustling arcade street in Osaka's vibrant heart.

Joyful discoveries in an Osaka boutique fill their shopping bags.

Joyful discoveries in an Osaka boutique fill their shopping bags.

Enjoying a quiet evening beneath the glowing Osaka Castle.

Enjoying a quiet evening beneath the glowing Osaka Castle.

Enjoying a serene riverside lunch surrounded by lush greenery.

Enjoying a serene riverside lunch surrounded by lush greenery.

Enjoying a tranquil meal by the stream in Osaka's lush escape.

Enjoying a tranquil meal by the stream in Osaka's lush escape.

Golden reflections shimmer on a serene pond in Osaka.

Golden reflections shimmer on a serene pond in Osaka.

Brightly dressed in kimonos, discovering intricate temple interiors in Osaka.

Brightly dressed in kimonos, discovering intricate temple interiors in Osaka.

Capturing a kimono moment amidst traditional Osaka streets.

Capturing a kimono moment amidst traditional Osaka streets.

Under a leafy tree, friends share smiles in vibrant kimonos.

Under a leafy tree, friends share smiles in vibrant kimonos.

A group enjoys the charm of traditional Osaka attire together.

A group enjoys the charm of traditional Osaka attire together.

Exploring the unique lion head entrance in lively Osaka.

Exploring the unique lion head entrance in lively Osaka.

Enjoying a quirky cafe stop beside a retro van in Osaka.

Enjoying a quirky cafe stop beside a retro van in Osaka.

Sharing a joyful moment in front of the stunning Osaka Castle.

Sharing a joyful moment in front of the stunning Osaka Castle.

Enjoying a sweet treat with Osaka Castle in the distance.

Enjoying a sweet treat with Osaka Castle in the distance.

Exploring ancient stone walls with a skyline of Osaka beyond.

Exploring ancient stone walls with a skyline of Osaka beyond.

Savoring sweet treats under the summer sky in Osaka.

Savoring sweet treats under the summer sky in Osaka.

Enjoying the vibrant energy by Osaka's famous Glico sign.

Enjoying the vibrant energy by Osaka's famous Glico sign.

Enjoying a sunny day at the iconic Osaka Castle.

Enjoying a sunny day at the iconic Osaka Castle.

Exploring Osaka Castle under a bright blue sky.

Exploring Osaka Castle under a bright blue sky.

Savoring Osaka's local flavors at a cozy, vibrant bar counter.

Savoring Osaka's local flavors at a cozy, vibrant bar counter.

A quiet moment of reflection by the shrine candles in Osaka.

A quiet moment of reflection by the shrine candles in Osaka.

Capturing the iconic Osaka Castle against a clear blue sky.

Capturing the iconic Osaka Castle against a clear blue sky.

Exploring Osaka's playful architecture on a rainy day adventure.

Exploring Osaka's playful architecture on a rainy day adventure.

Sweet Surprises on the Streets of Osaka

Sweet Surprises on the Streets of Osaka

Channeling Your Inner Kid at an Osaka Matsuri Stall

Channeling Your Inner Kid at an Osaka Matsuri Stall

Flipping Osaka’s Favorite Comfort Food

Flipping Osaka’s Favorite Comfort Food

Late-Night Laughs in a Local Izakaya

Late-Night Laughs in a Local Izakaya

 From Station to Adventure

From Station to Adventure

A Royal Encounter: Smiles and Stories at Osaka Castle

A Royal Encounter: Smiles and Stories at Osaka Castle

Roll With It – Sushi, Sake, and Great Company

Roll With It – Sushi, Sake, and Great Company

Strike a Pose with Osaka’s Most Iconic Runner

Strike a Pose with Osaka’s Most Iconic Runner

Golden Hour in Dotonbori

Golden Hour in Dotonbori

Osaka from Above: Views, Vibes, and New Friends

Osaka from Above: Views, Vibes, and New Friends

City Streets & Serendipitous Meetups in Umeda

City Streets & Serendipitous Meetups in Umeda

Sweet Stops and Smiles on Shinsaibashi Street

Sweet Stops and Smiles on Shinsaibashi Street

Hidden Kitchens of Osaka

Hidden Kitchens of Osaka

Neon Nights and Nostalgia in Shinsekai

Neon Nights and Nostalgia in Shinsekai

A Step Through History at Osaka’s Shrines

A Step Through History at Osaka’s Shrines

Kanpai to a Night Well Spent – Dinner the Local Way

Kanpai to a Night Well Spent – Dinner the Local Way

Rolling into Osaka’s Sushi Scene – One Bite at a Time

Rolling into Osaka’s Sushi Scene – One Bite at a Time

Walking Through History at Osaka Castle

Walking Through History at Osaka Castle

Wandering Osaka’s Backstreets

Wandering Osaka’s Backstreets

Hook It, Eat It – Dining the Zauo Way

Hook It, Eat It – Dining the Zauo Way