Osaka: Local Food Beyond Dotonbori Small Group Tour – Everything You Need to Know

Osaka is a popular destination in Japan, particularly due to its many tourist attractions and delicious food. But beyond the well-known Dotonbori food street lies a hidden culinary world, with unique flavors and textures you won’t find anywhere else in Japan. The Osaka Local Food Beyond Dotonbori Small Group Tour can help you find it, with an experienced guide leading you to the very best traditional eateries and international eateries alike.

This guided tour of Osaka will allow visitors to explore eateries and food stalls beyond the touristy Dotonbori district, and get hands-on with the local delicacies. Visitors will discover some of the best local Chefs and establishments while they enjoy the tastiest regional dishes. Delicious restaurants off the beaten path and hidden gems from the heart of Osaka await!

What Is Included in the Osaka Local Food Beyond Dotonbori Small Group Tour?

This tour seeks to provide visitors with a memorable experience of traditional and international fare around the city of Osaka. On the tour, you will learn about local flavors and recipes, as the experienced tour guide exposes you to the many different types of dishes available in Osaka.

The tour includes guides in multiple languages, so you can learn about the city’s unique places and specialties no matter your language. English, Spanish, French, Korean, and Chinese guides are available.

Along with learning about local fascinating cuisine, the Osaka Local Food Beyond Dotonbori Small Group Tour will take you to some of the city’s various attractions, including Tenma Chuo Park, Tenjinbashi Shopping street, Glico Man Sign, Tenjin Festival (July 25th-26th), Osaka Castle, Semba Kona Shopping Street, Kuromon Market, Kyōbashi Streetfood Street, Shitennoji Temple and others.

What Kinds of Food Will I Taste on the Tour?

On this small group tour, you will taste some of the best and most typical dishes from Osaka’s restaurants and food stalls. Some of the many delicacies include Kushikatsu, Tendon, Tako Senbei (octopus-shaped crackers), Okonomiyaki (vegetable pancake), Tako Tamago (octopus egg) served on top of white rice, Tsuboya Yaki (pork fried in miso sauce) and other local specialties.

You’ll also learn about sushi making during the tour, something that’s really special to Osaka cuisine. And as part of this experience, you can enjoy freshly prepared sushi while hearing some stories behind its creation.

Finally, don’t forget to try some Osaka favorites like ramen, Japanese omelet (Tamagoyaki) and Shabu-shabu while you’re here!

What Other Benefits Will I Receive?

Aside from learning about Osaka cuisine and its culture through small group tours, you also receive some additional perks as part of your package. For example, you can join discounts for souvenirs at tourist spots in Osaka. You also get benefit from public transportation discount cards for transportation around the city. At the end of the tour, you will even receive a certificate of your participation in the group that marks your tour comes to an end.

The experience is available for groups of up to six people per guide. Do not hesitate to choose your experience accordingly and indicate if you have any special requests or specific needs.

What Can I Expect During the Tour?

Your tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby at 10 AM on the day of your tour and give you a brief explanation of what to expect during your tour before embarking on your incredible food adventure around Osaka.
Your tour guide will be knowledgeable in both Japanese Cuisine and the local culture so they can provide you with an understanding of traditional Japanese mealtime etiquette as well as background on historical monuments. As you’re taken on a journey around the vibrant city of Osaka, your guide will take you to an array of food stalls and restaurants that are both traditional and modern in style. At each stop along the way, your guide will provide insight about the dish served and explain how it has been prepared according to local customs as well as tell stories about its tradition.  

During your entire journey around Osaka, our willing staff will ensure that each guest has enjoyed a unique and flavorful experience. The tour will come to an end at 2 PM at which time your guide will have taken you back to your starting location or chosen destination.

How Can I Book My Place on the Tour?

Booking for this amazing tour, during which you can explore Osaka’s wonderfully diverse food culture beyond Dotonbori’s traditional street-food hotspots, is easy. Thanks to GetYourGuide – one of the most trusted travel entities online – you can book your place on this exciting small-group tour online with just a few clicks. Here at GetYourGuide, you can also take advantage of their 24/7 customer service should you need any assistance while booking your spot on this amazing tour – so don’t just wait – book it now!

Overall, the Osaka Local Food Beyond Dotonbori Small Group Tour is sure to provide a totally unique experience that will bring visitors closer to Osaka’s unmissable food culture while at the same time allowing them to explore some of its lesser known attractions and eateries as well! Don’t miss out – book your spot now!