Ultimate Kansai region food experience
From "fugu" puffer fish to "matsuba" crab and scrumptious "kushiage," taste some of the Kansai cuisine that has put Osaka on the culinary map!
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Experience Overview
Time:
3 hoursWhat to expect:
Fully tailored to your preferencesLanguage:
Hosted in Arabic, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish (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 experienceWhat 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
6-8 samples of local foods and 2 drinks per person (beer, high balls or soft drink)
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
What’s Excluded:
Food and drinks other than those included in the experience - If you want to try Kobe beef, an additional cost will be incurred.
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
What makes it special
Key Highlights:
- Eat and drink your way through Osaka’s myriad of culinary delights, with plenty of helpful guidance from your host.
- Get to grips with authentic Kansai region cuisine, and see why Osaka is known as the Nation’s Kitchen.
- Try authentic Kansai dishes in izakaya bars, the Central Wholesale Market and street food joints.
- Discover a world beyond the ramen and sushi you already know - there’s so much more to Japan!
- Get vital tips on where to eat from your helpful host, as they share their favorite restaurants and stalls with you.
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