Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours
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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!
What makes this experience 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.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
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 not included
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)
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.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
The Kansai region is famous for being the original source of several Japanese dishes, including okonomiyaki pancakes (the original Osakan soul food), and even fugu, the toxic pufferfish that only trained professionals are allowed to prepare.
Your host will lead you to hidden culinary gems like Hanakujira in Fukishima, where fishy oden stew has been perfected, and Dontonbori’s famous Hozen-ji Yokocho (street food alley), where katsudon, or breaded pork cutlets, are served hot and fresh!
You might even discover that the best sushi in Japan can be found at a funazushi restaurant, where ancient Kyoto-style fermented fish is considered a delicacy. Wash it down with some sake or green tea, and try to find room for some wagashi confections!
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Joyful Moments at Osaka Castle
Traveler's Perspective at the Castle Gate
Roaring Adventure: Standing at the Gate of Myth
Colorful Moments in Traditional Kimono
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Walking Through History at Osaka Castle
Exploring History Beneath the Blue Skies
Golden Tranquility: Reflecting Serenity
Capturing Memories: A Stroll Through Tradition
Cultural Harmony: Kimono-Clad Friends Amidst Ancient Toriis
Hidden Kitchens of Osaka
Sweet Surprises on the Streets of Osaka
A Glimpse into the Past: Exploring the Castle Walls
Channeling Your Inner Kid at an Osaka Matsuri Stall
Joyful Moments at the Retro Café
Flipping Osaka’s Favorite Comfort Food
Sweet Stops and Smiles on Shinsaibashi Street
Vibrant Kimonos and Golden Tradition
Roll With It – Sushi, Sake, and Great Company
Family Fun at the Festival
Savoring Good Times and Great Company
A Step Through History at Osaka’s Shrines
Late-Night Laughs in a Local Izakaya
Serenity by the Stream: A Social Gathering
City Views from the Castle's Edge
A Moment in Dazzling Dotonbori
Strike a Pose with Osaka’s Most Iconic Runner
Through the Jaws of Adventure: Enter the Mystical Temple
A Twilight Stroll by the Shining Fortress
Rolling into Osaka’s Sushi Scene – One Bite at a Time
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What travelers think of our Osaka experiences
Stephen
Nov 2025
This was our best experience in Osaka with our brilliant guide, Mayura Kai. Very knowledge local, former chef and restaurant owner. Great English, friendly, well paced and delicious food everywhere we went. An excellent lunch and an incredible wander through the most expansive and best basement department food hall we have ever seen. Highly recommended.
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Nadine
Oct 2025
Mayura Kai was excellent!!! She clearly prepared for her clients and tailored the tour to our interest. She gave just the right amount of historical context and the food choices were excellent!
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Nadine
Oct 2025
Kai Mayura was prepared, engaging, provided great context and chose wonderful food experiences. Superb experience!!
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Navin
Oct 2025
Maria was amazing! Always attentive, showing us smaller cooler hidden secrets but always making sure we were doing well. We couldn’t have asked for a kinder and knowledgeable host that also showed us some of the tastiest things all around Osaka! Things I can guarantee you would never find unless you were a local. Would recommend Maria to anyone!
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Laura
Oct 2025
This is one of the best tours we have had - Maria did an amazing job introducing us to the local foods around Osaka and introducing us to the culture and sites of the city. The food was fabulous! We highly recommend Maria!
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Laura
Jun 2025
We loved the Osaka Food Tour. My son and I have serious & different food allergies, so this was a safer way to experience several of the food markets in Osaka. Fumiko, our guide, was the absolute BEST!
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