Post World War II, Japanese folk needed a cheap, fast meal; thus, okonomiyaki was born! Every local has a slightly different description of okonomiyaki, but the name means ‘what you like, grilled’! A savory pancake made with a base of shredded cabbage and batter; you’ll find skilled street food maestros creating innumerable varieties of delicious treats.

Discover Osaka’s best okonomiyaki eateries, ranging from bustling restaurants to tiny, family-owned stalls that locals favor above all else. From the former slum of Shinsekai, where authenticity is the name of the game, to Omoni, a Umeda gem where you can make your own pancakes, your host will ensure you get the tastiest possible okonomiyaki experience.

Indulge in Japan’s favorite pancake in the region it originated from, where it’s still hand-crafted with the same care and technique that has made okonomiyaki so popular for generations. Your host will treat you to three different eateries, each with its own unique twist.

You could find yourself cooking your own yam-infused treats on a teppan hotplate at Omoni or watching a true expert mix squid, pork, prawn, egg, and a whole array of other toppings to create edible works of art at Fukutarou.

Indulge in French fusion and fine wine at Vin Jutei, or savor 50 years of tradition at Negiyaki Yamamoto. Let your host take the wheel; Osakans invented it, after all, and now, they’ve perfected it!