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Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

Location Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$113.74
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Overview

◼︎Feel the nostalgia of the past in Shinsekai with your palate with local foods such as Kushikatsu◼︎
This 3-hour food journey will start with visiting the Shinto shine in Shinsekai. You will see an old busy commercial district with the Tsutenkaku Tower as the symbol of this area.

◼︎Step in time as your guide takes you through a food alley from the past◼︎
You wouldn't believe how much you can explore in this narrow alley which is only 1.2m in width.

◼︎Stuff yourself like you mean it at Dotonbori, the "nation's kitchen" with local foods like okonomiyaki and takoyaki◼︎
Dotonbori has been the symbol of Osaka for a long time! Historically a merchant city and during the Edo period, it served as a center for the rice trade.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Vegetarian Course
Vegetarian Course: ※Pork broth is still used for Kushikatsu. Vegan/Gluten free is not available. Please add remarks for any allergies you have.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • 3 hrs with a local Guide
  • 6 pieces of Kushikatsu (a Japanese dish of deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables)
  • 1 box of Takoyaki ( a round, fried food made from batter, tender octopus and other ingredients)
  • 1 piece of Okonomiyaki (a Japanese pancake-like delicacy with toppings)
  • 2 drink (alcohol available)
  • Transportation fees (180JPY)
  • Additional food/drinks (available for purchase)

Meeting point
In front of the exit of Imamiya ebisu station, Nankai Kouya line. Your guide will be holding an orange sign saying "MagicalTrip"

  • Shinsekai
    This 3-hour food journey will start with a visit to the Shinto shrine in Shinsekai. You will learn how Shinto is related to the lives of Japanese people at this shrine, which millions visit every New Year season! As you step into the heart of Shinsekai, you'll encounter an old bustling commercial district with the Tsutenkaku Tower as its symbol. Over 60 years ago, when this 103-meter observation tower was built, it caused great excitement among the people of Osaka. Enjoying Kushi-katsu in the center of Shinsekai before heading to Dotonbori, you'll feel the nostalgic atmosphere of this town!
  • Take photos in front of Tsutenkaku in Shinsekai The official character of Tsutenkaku Tower is “Billiken”. It is known as a tourist attraction and symbol tower of Osaka. The name “Tsutenkaku” means “a tall building that reaches to the heavens”[ and was named by Meiji-era Confucian scholar Fujisawa Nangaku. (pass by)
  • Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
    The "museum-like" alley offers a virtual experience of Osaka's center as it existed over 80 years ago. It's astonishing how much history you can uncover in this narrow alley, spanning just 1.2 meters in width. The artwork adorning the walls creates a unique ambiance, transporting visitors back to bygone days. Exiting the alley, we'll visit a quaint temple nestled between Namba's bright neon signs and bustling shopping streets. Stepping into this temple feels like journeying from the modern era back in time. Taking a moment to delve into Osaka's history provides a brief respite before we proceed to a local Okonomiyaki restaurant in the Dotonbori area!
  • Move to Dotombori (pass by)
  • Dotombori River (pass by)
  • Hozen-ji Temple
    Visit Hozen-ji Temple in Namba
  • Dotombori District
    Dotonbori has long stood as a symbol of Osaka! Historically, it was a bustling merchant city and during the Edo period, it emerged as a pivotal center for the rice trade. This legacy has earned it the title of the "nation's kitchen." Today, it continues to be the liveliest part of Osaka. To conclude our food journey in Osaka, let's explore the local recommended Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki spots nestled in this culinary heartland of Dotonbori!
  • Dotombori Glico Sign
    WE will take pictures in front of the famous Glico sign.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
  • We are NOT able to accommodate gluten-free or vegan diet on this tour.
  • For a vegetarian course or any allergies to mention, please contact us in advance, by the day before. Not able to accommodate a request made on the tour day. ※For Kushikatsu, Dashi(pork broth) is still used for a vegetarian course. If you cannot consume it, please refrain from joining the tour.
  • Summer in Japan is very hot and humid. We recommend you to bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
  • Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

    Location Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $113.74
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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