Deep Dive: Osaka Food Markets from Local to Luxurious!
Osaka is a food lover's paradise, where you can indulge in a mouthwatering array of street food, traditional dishes, and modern culinary creations that showcase the vibrant and diverse flavors of Japan's kitchen.
To the heart of Osaka’s food scene
Ohhhh Tokyo, with your big corporate headquarters and massive mobs of people doing very important things. And then Kyoto, with your high culture, fancy temples, gardens, and refinement. Yay. But this is OSAKA, and — how to put it nicely? — we don’t care about your charmed lives. We care about eating.Come see (1) an upscale department store marketplace, (2) the famous Kuromon Ichiba, where delicacies raw and cooked clamor for your tongue, (3) a Japanese infused Korea Town where few tourists venture to tread, and (4) a historic neighborhood resplendent with meats, fish, vegetables, plus other staples and stupefieables catering to locals. At your side will be a native English speaking, friendly, Osaka-infused soul, eager to explain every little aspect of this big world of food. Get ready to dig in on this adventure of sights, smells, and flavors!🌟✨ Celebrating Your Feedback, Crafting Memorable Journeys! ✨🌟
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Historic Landmarks
Discover Osaka's rich history through its iconic food.
Professional Guide
Real English, real skills, and great personalities. Our guides have the knowledge and expertise to provide you with interesting, fun, and memorable tours.
Fully-Narrated Tour
Our tours never leave you to wander about on your own. Your guide stays with you the whole time to answer questions, offer lots of local insights, and make ensure good times.
Easy Access
This tour starts in central Nara at the Lawson convenience store directly outside of Tenma Station (McDonalds), making meeting up an anxiety-free experience. Exact meeting spot provided after booking.
Takashimaya Department Store
Takashimaya Department Store, where you can explore an exquisite selection of gourmet treats, from fresh seafood and traditional Japanese sweets to international delicacies and trendy food stalls. Our expert guides will lead you through this department store’s food floor, sharing insights into Osaka’s vibrant food culture and helping you find unique flavors and souvenirs to take home.
Pulala Tenma
Pulala Tenma, Osaka’s lively shopping complex renowned for its diverse food options. From street food vendors serving classic Osaka snacks to charming cafes and restaurants offering traditional Japanese dishes, Pulala Tenma is a food lover’s paradise. Our tour guides will navigate you through the vibrant alleys, ensuring you experience the heart of Osaka’s unique and delicious food culture.</span
Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street
Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street, Osaka’s longest shopping arcade. This lively street is a haven for food enthusiasts, with countless eateries offering a vast range of culinary delights. From street-side stalls serving Osaka’s famous takoyaki and okonomiyaki to traditional tea houses and dessert shops, you’ll discover the best of local flavors.</span
Tsuruhashi : Osaka’s Koreatown
Tsuruhashi, the city’s vibrant Koreatown, is a lively district famous for its authentic Korean cuisine and bustling markets, offering a unique culinary experience. Explore the maze of alleys filled with barbecue joints, kimchi vendors, and Korean street food stalls.
Kuromon Market
At Kuromon Market you’ll discover why Osaka is known as “Osaka’s Kitchen.” Stroll through the old-style stalls with our knowledgeable guides taking in the fresh meats and produce. Learn about the history and culture of this iconic market as you meet friendly vendors.
Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street is the place to be if you’re fascinated by kitchenware and culinary tools. On our Osaka food tour, explore this unique street where chefs and home cooks alike come to find everything from traditional Japanese knives to exquisite tableware. Wander among shops brimming with all things kitchen-related, from professional-grade equipment to quirky gadgets.
Namba
Minami (Namba) is Osaka’s hub of shops, restaurants, and nightlife. On our food tour, explore this lively district known for its neon-lit streets and vibrant energy
Nara Day Tour Itinerary
Iconic department store with large food level
Another food extravaganza
Longest arcade in Japan, full of traditional street eats and quaint restaurants / cafes
Osaka’s vibrant Koreatown
The famous Kuromon markets, showing you why Osaka is the kitchen of Japan
Kitchenware as far as the eye can see.
Osaka’s hub of shops, restaurants and nightlife.
Quick Tips for Our Osaka Markets Tour
There are a couple of things we’d like you to take note of before joining us.
- Please come wearing comfortable shoes. We do a fair bit of walking around Osaka.
Inclusions:
- Professional tour guide.
- Entrance fees.
- Guided tours and commentary at each location.
Exclusions:
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional snacks, etc.).
- Travel insurance.
- Lunch
- Transportation (Around 300 Yen)
- Any additional activities or meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
Easy Access
As we are meeting up in outside of Tenma station at the McDonalds, meetup is easy and stress free.
Get to know some of our guides
We’re proud to have a diverse team of personable, knowledgeable guides fluent in both English and Japanese, serving travelers across multiple regions of Japan. Here, you’ll get to know just a few of the exceptional people who bring our tours to life.
Laura
Guide in Kansai Region
Kensuke
Guide in Hiroshima Region
Ferdinand
Guide in Kansai region
Michelle
Guide in Tokyo Region
Pickup Point
We will meet at the McDonalds outside of Tenma Station