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Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai
$111.27
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover Osaka’s retro charm and flavors on a 3-hour Shinsekai & Dotonbori food tour. Begin in Shinsekai, a nostalgic district watched over by Tsutenkaku Tower. Stroll through Jan-Jan Yokocho alley, see the famous Billiken statue, and taste crispy Kushikatsu, Osaka’s beloved skewered delicacy. Step back in time along a “museum-like” food alley, only 1.2 meters wide, filled with artwork and history from over 80 years ago. Visit a hidden temple tucked between Namba’s neon lights for a moment of reflection before diving into Dotonbori—the true heart of Osaka. Known as the “nation’s kitchen” since the Edo period, Dotonbori is the city’s ultimate food hub. Here, indulge in iconic Osaka street foods like Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki while soaking up the district’s vibrant energy. Perfect for travelers seeking history, culture, and local cuisine, this tour blends the flavors of Osaka with its rich past for an unforgettable culinary journey.
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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.
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
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- 3 hrs with a MagicalTrip certified 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)
- 3 drinks (Both alcohol and non-alcohol available)
- Transportation fees (190JPY)
Meeting point
In front of FamilyMart Sanno Dobutsuen-mae
Right outside Exit 1 of Dobutsuen-mae Station
Your guide will be holding a sign saying "MagicalTrip"
Return details
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TsutenkakuWalk through Jan-Jan Yokocho alley& Enjoy Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) With the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower watching over the town, Shinsekai offers a perfect mix of history and local culture. Enjoy crispy Kushi-katsu right in the heart of the neighborhood before making your way to Dotonbori, where the flavors and energy of Osaka truly come alive! 6 pieces of Kushikatsu: Kushikatsu is a Japanese dish of deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables. (For vegetarian course, pork broth is still used in Kushikatsu) ※Vegan and gluten-free are not available.
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Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping StreetExploring the Shinsekai Area (Shinsekai Market → Tsutenkaku Tower → Billiken Statue) 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!
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Dotombori【Day】Souvenir shopping on Dōgu-ya-suji (including "Hōchō-ya" knife shop) 【Night】Explanation of Dōgu-ya-suji near Namba Grand Kagetsu → Souvenir shopping in the vicinity 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!
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Hozen-ji TempleWalk & Eat Your Way Through Hōzen-ji Temple → Stroll through Ukiyo-koji (Ukiyo Alley) Snack on takoyaki, sweets, and more (approx. ¥500) Photo op at the Glico sign → Disband
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Dotombori Glico SignWE will take pictures in front of the famous Glico sign.
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Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping StreetEnjoy Osaka-style Okonomiyaki &Snap photos at the Glico Sign / Tour ends in Dotonbori Okonomiyaki: Osaka's Savory Pancake Okookonomi (meaning “as you like”) and yaki (meaning “grilled”). Made wit Once golden and crispy, it’s finished with sweet-savory okonomiyaki sauce, creamy mayonnaise, bonito flakes, and aonori seaweed. The result is a hearty, flavorful dish that’s fun to eat and In Osaka, many restaurants let you cook okonomiyaki right at your table, making it not only a meal but also a cultural experience. It’s a must-try dish for anyone visiting Japan’s “Kitchen of the Nation.”
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Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai
$111.27
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!