Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai
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3 hours
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Discover Osaka’s retro charm and bold flavors on a 3-hour Shinsekai & Dotonbori food tour. Start in nostalgic Shinsekai, home to Tsutenkaku Tower, and stroll Jan-Jan Yokocho alley while visiting the famous Billiken statue. Taste crispy kushikatsu, Osaka’s beloved skewered specialty, and explore a narrow, museum-like food alley filled with artwork and local history. Visit a hidden temple tucked among Namba’s neon lights before heading to lively Dotonbori, known as Osaka’s “nation’s kitchen.” Enjoy iconic street foods such as okonomiyaki and takoyaki while soaking in the district’s vibrant atmosphere. This tour blends culture, history, and local cuisine for an unforgettable Osaka experience.
Additional Info
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.
All ages are welcome on this tour.
You do not need to cover the cost of the guide’s food and drinks.
Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer temperatures reaching up to 40°C (110°F) and winter lows dropping to -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
Gluten-free and Vegan CANNOT be accommodated on this tour.
For a vegetarian course, please choose the option upon booking, or request in advance, by the day before at latest. ※Request made on the tour day cannot be accommodated.
At the Kushikatsu (Deep-fired skewers) spot, dashi (pork broth) is still used even in the vegetarian Kushikatsu. If you're not able to consume dashi, kindly let us know in advanced so that we can prepare other vegetarian dishes.
Please inform us at least one day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.※ Requests made on the tour day cannot be accommodated. Please kindly understand that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free meals, accommodation of dietary restrictions or the substitutions, as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to us.
This tour may visit places where smoking is allowed. Please note that we might not be able to change the tour venues in this case.
Out of respect for all guests and to ensure the best experience for everyone, the tour will start on time. You will not be able to join the tour, receive a refund, or reschedule if you arrive late and miss the group.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tsutenkaku
Walk 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.
Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
Exploring 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!
What‘s Included
3 drinks (Both alcohol and non-alcohol available)
Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai
1 piece of Okonomiyaki (a Japanese pancake-like delicacy with toppings)
1 box of Takoyaki ( a round, fried food made from batter, tender octopus and other ingredients)
6 pieces of Kushikatsu (a Japanese dish of deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables)
Transportation fees (190JPY)
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Reviews
990 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hinata did a great jon on our Magical Food Tour
J4575SPtinak,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed Hinata's food tour. He's funny and he entertained us with various trivias about the area where we visited.
Great food and great company!
Davina G,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We were fortunate to have the tour all to ourselves (family of 5) with a wonderful tour guide, Hide. Hide showed us around the streets of Osaka - Shinsekai and the Dotonbori - giving great local insights and sharing a wonderful (progressive) meal with us. It was like being out in Osaka with an old friend! We highly recommend this tour, especially if you are lucky enough to get Hide as your guide!
Food tour PLUS
Michael G,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We visited two very different areas of Osaka with some food stops we would have picked out on our own. Along the way Michi gave us interesting information about the history of Osaka, in addition to Osaka’s food history. Very enjoyable and tasty afternoon.
Great tasty fun!
attitudedevant2015,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great introduction to street food and the entertainment districts in Osaka. I’ve been to Japan many times but I learned more about Japanese food history from Mich than from all my other visits.
Great food tour in Osaka
Daniel O,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walking tour with Noz. Informative about culture and history of osaka and plenty of food to boot! Happy to answer questions regarding japanese culture and gave advice on where to eat and drink next.
Family Holiday - Food Tour
V2377CBdavidb,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour we really enjoyed the food, history, background and the conversation. Yuma was a fantastic guide we really enjoyed the 3 hours.
One to not Miss
tan ni 464,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jimmy was a fantastic guide, he knew the area so well. He showed us areas we never would have found on our own. You wont leave hungry :) Dont miss this tour if you visist Osaka
High Price / Delicious Foods
jamieoakland,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00My husband and I attended the tour with Jimmy and another couple on a Monday afternoon. Markets/alleyways weren't terribly crowded, so it made it easy to admire and take photos. Appreciated that Jimmy offered to take lots of pictures of us throughout the experience. Began in Shinsekai and took the subway (pay for yourself) to Dotonbori. Our guide pointed out unique facts along the way and explained the history of the Osaka tower. Each ticket was almost $100 (with a TripAdvisor discount code I found online at booking). This included: 1st Stop: -6 Pieces Kushikatsu (vegetarian or meat/fish option) -2 Beverages per person (alcohol or non-alcoholic) > Tomato Sour was delicious! 2nd Stop: -Box of Takoyaki (fried octopus balls) *No vegetarian option for this stop, so not given any option or alternative here* 3rd Stop: -Vegetable, Meat, or Mixed (Meat & Fish) Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) -1 Beverage per person (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) > Yuzu Honey Sour was delicious! Loved getting to make our own Okonomiyaki on the grill and chatting about cultural uniqueness amongst the group. All food we tried was yummy. Unfortunately, we felt the price of the tour was quite high for a small amount of dishes (even one less for the vegetarian option at the same price), so we probably wouldn't choose to the same tour or recommend.
Foodie tour (3 hours) Osaka
shiloo99,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jimmy was great. He was personable, informative and we walked with purpose so we had maximum coverage of lots of things to see. He took lots of photos using our own cameras & made sure we had a great tour. The food was what locals loved & recommended. Highly recommend.
Osaka Food tour with Jimmy
shaneandkristen2021,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour with Jimmy was amazing. He was very informative and funny. Great choices of venues and food. Well organised. Genuine lovely family man that enjoys his job as much as we enjoyed the tour. Highly recommended this tour and ask for Jimmy.
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