Osaka: Eat Like a Local Street Food Tour
ID: GYG207831-323571
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Join a local foodie and explore the Namba district and the famous Dotonbori area, Osaka’s renowned foodie destination. You can wander through tiny lantern lit alleyways as well as brightly neon-lit streets to discover the best hidden food spots.
There’s a reason why Osaka is known as the food capital of Japan, but as well as districts that are packed full of tiny local eateries and world class restaurants, the city has an exciting and diverse street food scene. You'll be paired with guides that are passionate about the place they call home and who choose to spend their free time sharing it with like-minded travelers matched to them.
To really get a taste of local life, you can’t miss exploring Osaka’s street food culture, and what better way than with a local by your side to take you to the best vendors and food carts where the locals really eat. From delicacies you’ve never heard of such as okonomiyaki, to staples like yakisoba, you will discover all the best dishes and local specialties in Dotonbori.
With your local by your side, you'll be able to really experience local life and immerse yourself in the vibrant street food culture. You can try dishes that have been perfected in this city such as oden, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu and takoyaki, sampling them from a food cart recommended by your local.
You can get to know Osaka’s food scene as well as the traditional regional and Japanese dishes cooked up and served at all hours of the day by local vendors. Your host will take you to the spots where you can learn about the dishes and the local ingredients, as you taste the best of what Osaka has to offer. Spend time getting to know your local host, as you chat about your favorite cuisine and get some insider recommendations of the most authentic local places to eat and drink on the rest of your trip.
Highlights
- Be matched to a knowledgeable local guide based on your interests and personality
- Let a local personalize your experience to your tastes
- Experience an evening like a local and eat the city’s favourite foods and street food staples
- Learn about the origin and culture of many of the dishes you try, many of which were created and perfected here in Osaka
- Explore the famous Dotonbori and discover the heart of Osaka’s food scene
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• You will be contacted about your experience within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, interests and any dietary requirements so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you
• Your local host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place (your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience you can always change your mind about where you’d like to shop, browse and stroll)
• Your local host may also suggest adjustments or new routes if they feel that there is something just around the corner that you may enjoy
• Although this experience is mainly focused on street food, your local host will also help you to discover the places, things and stories that you won’t find in a guidebook and that make the city unique
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
