
"Okonomiyaki" savory pancakes are a proud culinary emblem of Osaka. Join a local to indulge in some of the best in the city and find out why
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
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.
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Max was fantastic! Like seeing the city with your good friend that happens to live there! Just what we were looking for!
Show moreThank you Alex! I had an excellent day touring Osaka with you. I loved the historical components and the sites we visited. It would’ve been fun to eat at a few more places but our time was still well spent. It was easy to meet Alex for the tour. He messaged me the day before which I found helpful and appreciate because I know I’d have a hard time planning that. Alex was very knowledgeable and engaged; he checked in with me often to personalize our tour and was very enthusiastic and energetic about sharing his unique knowledge and experiences on Japan. I could tell he was invested in me having the best experience possible which I so appreciate.
Show moreMaria was excellent! Great communication. Accommodated our meet up location to close to cruise terminal. Was so positive. Lots of information and tailored the tour to our tastes and interests.
Show moreWe had a fabulous morning with Max our guide. Was a challenge due to lots of rain but we found it interesting and really enjoyed!
Show moreMaria was great!! She was super communicative, she was accommodating about meeting time and location near our cruise ship, she personalized the tour to our interests (which was seeing the best city and food highlights and that's exactly what she gave us, and then some!), and she was friendly, positive, and energetic the entire tour. Thanks so much Maria!
Show moreOur guide Ryan was American and very friendly had a lot of knowledge about Osaka and the area took us on subway.
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