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15 Best Osaka Food Tours [2024 Update]

Osaka is a city obsessed with food, and there’s no better place to experience Japanese food and local specialities. Enjoying an Osaka food tour is the best way to savour the fantastic food and soulful vibes of this gourmet city fondly known as ‘Japan’s Kitchen’.

I’ve hand-picked the best Osaka food and drink experiences by comparing each tour and highlighting what’s important. Why should you trust me?

Living in Osaka for nine years, I’ve taken many tours and discovered the most delicious dishes and best culinary neighbourhoods. After reading this, you’ll find an experience right for you.

Here are the 15 best Osaka food tours.

If you’re in a hurry, jump down to my at a glance comparison guide .

Osaka Food Tours: Quick Links

• Osaka Food Tour at Shinsekai with 10 Dishes
• Ura Namba Food Tour: Eat Like a True Osakan
• Osaka Bar Hopping Night Tour in Dotonbori and Namba
• Osaka Night Bites Foodie Walking Tour
• Osaka Street Food Tour

Compare Osaka Food Tours: Quick Comparison Guide

• Kuromon Market Food Tours – eat your way through Osaka’s gourmet market

Osaka Food Tour: Best of the Best Experiences

‘  Savour deliciously addictive Osakan soul food around the famous Dotonbori and Namba area on tour 1 . Wash it down with sake and craft beer in backstreet bars on an Osaka street food tour.

Explore Osaka’s vibrant food scene and nightlife culture on fascinating tour 2 . Enjoy local and Japanese dishes at standing bars in off-the-beaten-track hipster hangout Temma.

Eat authentic Osaka food until you drop in Shinsekai’s secret spots on highly-acclaimed tour 3 . Ten dishes, two drinks and fun and friendly guides make it excellent value.

Discover trendy Ura Namba, one of Osaka’s best-kept culinary secrets, on tour 4 —an eclectic mix of restaurants and bars in a maze of narrow streets away from the tourist crowds.

Experience magical neon lights and hidden alleys bar hopping on this Namba and Dotonbori food tour. Get a taste of Osaka’s food and drink culture and meet the locals on tour 5 .  ’

Price per person based on two people attending a tour: $ = up to $89; $$ = between $90 & $129; $$$ = over $129. Some experiences offer discounted rates for groups of more people.

1. Osaka Street Food Tour

Discover the city’s best cuisine on this unforgettable private and personalised Osaka street food tour.

• Savour Osaka’s delicious soul and street foods, like kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), takoyaki (octopus balls) and okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes)
• Explore the lantern-lit narrow streets and alleys of Namba in the heart of Osaka’s food scene
• Eat and drink like a local and learn about Osaka cuisine
• Sample different places to eat, like izakaya (Japanese-style pubs), street stalls and liquor stores
• Includes: A private and personalised tour, 6-8 dishes of Japanese and Osakan food, 2 drinks (alcoholic or soft), a walking experience and hotel meet-up (on request)
• Location: Dotonbori and Namba
• Duration and start time: 3 hours, flexible start time

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2. Osaka Night Bites Foodie Walking Tour

Enjoy a fun and memorable night on this highly-rated small-group Osaka night food tour.

• Savour local delicacies like tonpeiyaki (pork omelette) and kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), and dote nikomi (slow-cooked beef in miso)
• Hang out with and chat with the locals over drinks at three tachinomiya (standing bars)
• Get off the beaten track and discover two distinct neighbourhoods
• Learn about food culture on one of the best food tours in Osaka
• Optional upgrade: 100g (around 3.5 ounces) of premium Kobe wagyu beef
• Includes: A whole dinner’s worth of food tastings from 3 restaurants, 3 drinks, a cultural walking tour and a train ticket
• Location: Kyobashi and Tenma
• Duration and start time: 3 hours, 6pm

3. Osaka Food Tour at Shinsekai with 10 Dishes

Enjoy an unforgettable gastronomic journey with passionate and fun-loving locals.

• Savour 10 delicious Osaka specialities like kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) and takoyaki (octopus balls), plus karaage (fried spiced chicken), gyoza, dessert and more
• Experience retro Shinksekai’s neon-lit streets and hidden alleyways.
• Visit five local places to eat: Izakaya (Japanese-style pub), tachinomiya (standing bar), restaurant, market and backstreet stall
• Choose from Japanese drinks like sake, beer, chuhai (shochu and lemon) and highball (whisky and soda)
• Includes: 10 dishes from 5 places, 2 drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and a guided walking tour
• Location: Shinsekai and Nishinari
• Duration and start time: 3 hours, 5.30pm

4. Ura Namba Food Tour: Eat Like a True Osakan

Don’t miss this opportunity to uncover Osaka’s delicious food culture on a private and personalised tour.

• Discover local specialities like okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes) and Osakan udon noodles, and fusion cuisine in this lively neighbourhood
• Explore this super-cool and buzzing area of Osaka to see how the locals entertain themselves
• Visit izakayas (Japanese-style pubs), tachinomiya (standing bars) and quirky bars
• Choose places to eat or leave it to your guide’s recommendations
• Includes: Private and personalised experience, 6-8 dishes of local food, 2 drinks (alcoholic or soft), walking tour and hotel meet-up (on request)
• Location: Ura Namba (area between Osaka-Namba and Nippombashi stations)

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5. Osaka Bar Hopping Night Tour in Namba

Discover izakaya (Japanese-style pub) food and drink culture with a local guide.

• Enjoy tasty food and drinks among Dotonbori’s bright neon lights and less-visited Ura Namba
• Try local specialities like kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) and takoyaki (octopus balls), and classic Japanese drinking snacks
• Visit three different izakayas with a knowledgeable local guide
• Meet fellow travellers on this fun food and bar crawl
• Includes: 8 deep-fried skewers, 1-2 dishes, 3-4 alcoholic or soft drinks, 3 izakayas and a walking tour
• Location: Dotonbori and Shinsekai
• Duration and start time: 3 hours, 6pm and 7pm

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Now you’ve seen my top recommendations, let’s continue the best Osaka food tours, including Kuromon Market.

To help you decide the right tour for you, here’s a quick comparison of what’s included, where you’ll go and the price.

All Osaka food and drink experiences include walking tours with English-speaking guides.

6. Osaka Deep Backstreets Tour with Dinner

Discover Osaka, off-limits to tourists, learn about local history and enjoy a post-tour meal.

• Explore parts unseen, including a red-light district, gambling dens, yakuza strongholds, a fishing restaurant, dimly lit gritty Osaka backstreets and more
• Devour delicious Osaka soul food like nikudofu (slow-cooked beef) and tonpeiyaki (pork omelette), plus karaage (deep-fried chicken) and yakitori (chicken skewers) — with dinner option
• Taste local snacks, takoyaki (octopus balls), and gyoza from street food stalls
• Select the ‘Tour with Dinner’ option for an authentic meal
• Includes: A full dinner of 5-6 dishes, 2 snacks and a deep Osaka walking tour with a professional guide
• Duration and start time: 3-3.5 hours, 5.30pm
• Location: Shinseakai and nearby South Osaka neighbourhoods

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7. Osaka Night Food Tour

Enjoy a perfect adventure for food lovers to see Osaka at night.

• Savour Osaka’s tasty kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) and takoyaki (octopus balls) from a Michelin-rated street food stall
• See Dotonbori’s dazzling neon lights and the Glico running man sign
• Visit an izakaya (Japanese-style pub) for regional and Japanese cuisine
• Meet the friendly locals for a beer or nihonshu (sake)
• Includes: Multiple dishes from four food stops, one drink and a guided walking tour
• Duration and start time: 3 hours, 5pm

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8. Osaka Local Foodie Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

Savour Osaka’s soul foods on this great-value culinary journey.

• Eat delicious kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) in their birthplace – Shinsekai
• See the shimmering neon lights and narrow streets on the Dotonbori food tour leg
• Tuck into takoyaki (octopus balls) and okonomiyaki (Osaka-style savoury pancake)
• Visit a Buddhist temple and Shinto shrine and get insights into Japanese culture
• Includes: 6 skewers and two dishes (vegan menu available), 1 drink and a guided tour
• Duration and start time: 3 hours, 4.30pm and 5.30pm

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9. Eat, Drink, Cycle: Osaka Food and Bike Tour

Enjoy the thrill of cycling and a food trip on the road less travelled.

• Savour melt-in-your-mouth grilled wagyu beef in Osaka’s ‘Korean Town’
• Sample delectable dishes like sushi, skewers, udon and chijimi (spicy pancakes)
• Learn about Osaka’s knife-making history and treat yourself to a chef’s knife souvenir
• Enjoy the serenity at one of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples
• Includes: Lunch (multiple food stops), 1 bottled water, cycle hire and a guided bike tour
• Location: Shinsekai, Tennoji and Tsurushashi
• Duration and start time: 3-4 hours (approx.), 9.30am

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10. Osaka Backstreet Night Tour

Enjoy a fun-packed evening and the raucous atmosphere of Osaka nightlife.

• Eat dinner at a local izakaya (Japanese-style pub) and get to know your group
• Savour Japanese food like fresh sushi, grilled yakitori (chicken skewers) and takoyaki (octopus balls)
• See Dotonbori’s neon lights before heading off to some backstreet bars
• Meet friendly locals and have more drinks (not included) until late
• Includes: Dinner, 1 drink, introductions to more bars and a guided tour
• Location: Namba and Dotonbori
• Duration and start time: 3 hours (approx.), 6pm

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11. Ultimate Kansai Region Food Experience

Experience Kansai’s food and drink specialities from the regional gourmet hub of Osaka.

• Try Osaka cuisine like fugu (pufferfish) prepared by professionally trained chefs
• Sample Kyoto culinary delights such as wagashi (confectionery), sake, and green tea
• Savour the mouth-watering taste of marbled Kobe wagyu beef
• Discover the origins and cultures of the dishes you eat and the local drinks
• Includes: Private and personalised experience, 6-8 dishes, 2 beverages, walking tour and hotel meet-up (on request)
• Duration and start time:   3 hours, flexible start time

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Kuromon Market Food Tours

‘  Known as ‘Osaka’s kitchen’, Kuromon Market is a lively place full of delicious food stalls and restaurants. You’ll find all manner of seafood, meat and vegetables along its 580 metres length.

Experience Kuromon Market and eat local and Japanese dishes until you drop on great-value tour 12 . Discover Osaka’s extraordinary food culture and see six different food markets on unique tour 13 .

On tour 14 , you’ll explore the market and sample tasty food before visiting a shopping street for kitchenware. Enjoy Kuromon Market and its delicious dishes on budget-friendly guided tour 15 .  ’

12. Kuromon Market Food Tour

Sample 10-12 Kuromon Ichiba (Market) foods on an excellent-value experience.

• Savour Osaka delicacy fugu (pufferfish) and soul food classics okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes) and takoyaki (octopus balls)
• Try Japanese food favourites like sashimi, sushi, scallops, wasabi cheese and sakura mochi (rice and red bean confectionary)
• Learn about the market’s history and culture on this Osaka food market tour
• Experience a working Japanese food market and see foods you didn’t know existed
• Includes: 10-12 food tastings (lunch), coffee or tea, unique traditional chopsticks and a guided walking tour
• Location: Kuromon Market (meet at Nippombashi Station)
• Duration and start time: 1.5 hours (approx), 2pm

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13. Osaka Food Markets from Local to Luxurious

Osakans say ‘ kuidaore ’, which means ‘to ruin oneself by extravagance in food’, and you’ll see why during this fascinating experience.

• Explore six diverse food markets where people shop and eat
• Visit the famous Kuromon Market and the locals alternative Tenjinbashi-suji
• Savour wagyu beef yakiniku (grilled meat) at ‘Korean Town’
• Sample dishes and whatever takes your fancy on this unique Osaka food tour
• Included: 6 Osaka food markets guided English-speaking tour and food recommendations
• Location: Namba, Temma, Tenjinbashi-suji, Tsuruhashi, Kuromon Market and Doguyasuji
• Duration and start time: 4 hours (approx.), 9am or 2pm

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14. Osaka Kuromon Market Food Tour with Tastings

Experience Kuromon Market like a local on this engaging tour.

• Enjoy various dishes from five market food stops
• Sample fresh sushi, wagyu beef skewers and local treats
• Learn about Osaka’s food culture and way of life from a local guide
• Visit Osaka’s ‘Kitchen Town’, Sennichimae Doguyasuji, an ideal place to pick up a Japanese knife
• Includes: Various dishes from 5 food stops, 1 drink and an English-speaking guided tour
• Location: Kuromon Market and Doguyasuji
• Duration and start time: 3 hours, 9am

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15. Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour in Osaka

Explore Osaka’s culinary culture and discover unusual dishes you’ve never seen before.

• Sample tasty treats like fresh seafood, hotpot and street food
• Try Osaka’s most renowned soul food, takoyaki (octopus balls)
• Learn about the history, culture and cuisine of Kuromon Ichiba (Market)
• Uncover Japanese kitchenware and tableware for a souvenir to bring home at Doguyasuji
• Includes: 4-5 food samplings and a walking tour
• Duration and start time: 2 hours, 11 am

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Well, that’s a wrap! Please, don’t miss out on an opportunity to take an Osaka food tour. Its rich gourmet heritage makes it the perfect place to experience local, seasonal, and Japanese cuisine.

Images: kimishowota ,  Alexander Smagin

15 Best Osaka Food Tours and Experiences for 2024

What is Osaka best known for? Its food of course!

Osaka is popularly known as the culinary capital of Japan, and for good reason. Spend even a few hours walking its streets, and you’ll get a sense of the strong foodie culture and culinary pride here.

With so many bars, restaurants, izakaya, and food stalls offering Osakan staple dishes such as okonomiyaki, takoyaki, kushikatsu, and yakiniku, it’s difficult to know where to begin searching for good local restaurants and trying as many dishes as possible!

The easiest and best way to get a feel for the city’s food culture and maximize your time here while eating and drinking as much as possible is to take a food tour off the beaten track. They’re convenient, and fun, and you’ll get to learn fascinating insights and tips from your tour guide that only locals know about.

If you’re looking for something more hands-on then why not try a Japanese cooking course? Cooking Japanese cuisine isn’t as hard as it looks, and you’ll get to enjoy the fruits of your own hard work.

First time in Osaka? Check out my Ultimate 1-day Osaka itinerary for first-time visitors . Or, if you’re looking for somewhere special to stay, try these 15 Osaka ryokan with private onsen in 2024 .

Daytime Tours

• Night tours

Hands-on Food Experiences

• Eat Like the Locals

Cooking Experiences

Top 3 picks: best osaka food tours, #1 top pick.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nightlife Osaka Food Tour ✔️ Benefit from local knowledge ✔️ Taste real Osaka street food ✔️ Discover eateries off-the-beaten-track

Locals’ Osaka All-in Food & Culture Deep Dive ✔️ Smaller group ✔️ Avoid the busy tourist traps ✔️ Enjoy local specialty dishes

Instagrammable Osaka-style Food Tour ✔️ Enjoy colorful sweet and savory dishes ✔️ English speaking guide ✔️ Includes up to 8 different dishes

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1. Osaka Shinsekai Street Food Tour (Daytime)

Duration: 3hrs | Location: Shinsekai District | View on Arigato Japan

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This old neighborhood close to downtown Osaka was developed in 1912 and modeled after parts of New York and Paris. Since its boom in Japan’s post-war Showa era, the area has become known for its local feel thanks to the many inexpensive food options available.

In this 3-hour tour of the district, you will make 5 stops at various eateries where you’ll get to try different drinks and local cuisine. As you move through the neighborhood, your guide will point out various shopping and entertainment hotspots as well.

The tour departure time is 10:30AM and runs until 1:30PM and is also available in Spanish .

“ I loved the local vibe on this tour. So MUCH delicious food and stuff we would have never found on our own .”

– ARCHIE

2. Osaka Dotonbori Daytime Food Tour

Duration: 3hrs | Location: Dotonbori Neighbourhood | View on Arigato Japan

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Dotonbori is one of Osaka’s hotspots for tourists, known for its neon signs, Gilco Man sign, and huge choice of street food. When the sun goes down and the bright signs light up the main streets, crowds flock to the restaurants and bars to enjoy the atmosphere. The daytime is an excellent opportunity to make the most of the taste of Dotonbori without battling the crowds.

This three-hour tour will take you through the Dotonbori and Namba neighbourhoods where you’ll try takoyaki (fried octopus balls), kushikatsu (deep fried meat and vegetable skewers) in tucked away places you would definitely miss without a guide.

“Highlight of Our Trip? This Tour in Osaka! We had so much fun trying local flavors with our guide!”

– GABE

3. Osaka Market Tour (Daytime)

Duration: 3hrs | Location: Nipponbashi Chuo Ward | View on Arigato Japan

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Kuromon Market is a popular food market street that reaches more than 600 meters through the Minami area of Osaka. Known mostly for its seafood, you’ll also find stalls selling meat, produce, sweets and even restaurants. Many of the stalls sell street food but be careful not to block the aisles as the market can become busy.

In this daytime tour of the market, you’ll have the opportunity to try many of Osaka’s most famous street food dishes including okonomiyaki. From the market, you visit Osaka’s ‘Kitchen town’. You’ll see where restaurants go to buy their plastic food samples and may even be able to pick up a souvenir.

“Toshi as a guide is beyond 5 stars and these two tours were the highlights of our trip.”

– DAVE

Night Tours

4. osaka shinsekai street food tour (evening).

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As you stroll through the Shinsekai district you might get a sense of its retro reputation due to its Showa-era style buildings and storefronts which come alive at night with bars, restaurants and izakayas brimming with locals and tourists looking for something to eat and drink.

In this night tour you will follow a local guide through the glowing streets into hidden gems where you will discover the colorful history of Shinsekai street as it comes alive through local dishes.

The three-hour tour includes stops at five different sites where you can try the different local food and drinks, each with a connection to the area’s long history.

“Sae was an amazing tour guide! She knew so much history and fun facts about the city! She was also just so fun to spend a night exploring Osaka with! Would 100% recommend.”

– JESS

5. Nightlife Osaka Food Tour

Duration: 3hrs | location: dotonbori, chuo ward | view on arigato japan.

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Japan’s third largest city has as much to offer at night as in the day, as you will discover on this nightlife tour through the busy streets of Minami.

Starting in the well-known Dotonbori area, you’ll learn about your surroundings as you are guided past the bright neon signs and commercial restaurants trying to tempt you inside, and taken to smaller establishments you might otherwise miss.

You’ll taste some of the foods Osaka is best known for such as yakitori (grilled chicken and vegetables on skewers), takoyaki (deep fried octopus balls), and okonomiyaki (a savoury pancake dish). Then top-off your night in an izakaya with a beer or sake (rice wine).

“ The Osaka Food Tour was such a memorable evening that we decided to backtrack to Kyoto (which we had already visited) solely to do another food tour with Toshi. “

– C FORNEY

6. Evening Food Tour of Osaka

Duration: 3hrs | Location: Dotonbori, Chuo Ward | View on Viator

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This evening food tour of Osaka also begins in the Dotonbori area but places a little more of an emphasis on its nightlife. In a group of 10, you’ll see this electric district at night like you’ve never seen it before.

Sample Japanese staples such as sushi or sake, or try your hand at making your own takoyaki with help from a local chef. Eat and drink with the locals at an izakaya and enjoy a drink with some kushikatsu, one of Osaka’s most famous dishes.

The tour is designed to help you explore the Kansai region through its soul food and drink in Osaka’s unique night-time environment.

“ Sae was an amazing tour guide! She knew so much history and fun facts about the city! She was also just so fun to spend a night exploring Osaka with! Would 100% recommend .”

– TRIP ADVISOR REVIEWER

7. Evening Street Food Hopping Tour in Downtown Osaka

Duration: 3hrs | Location: Kita Ward | View on Viator

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A must-see for Japanese food lovers. You won’t want to visit Japan’s culinary capital without exploring the downtown area at night. In this three-hour tour you will be guided from bars to food stalls where you will get a taste of local life along the way, including grilled seafood, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, gyoza, and a unique style of pizza.

As you move from food stall to bar, take in the local atmosphere with a glass of sake, rice wine or beer before moving on to the next stall for another local specialty. This tour has a 6PM departure time and includes pickup from your hotel if you need it.

“ Was a fun evening and tried a great deal of the street food. Some of it was a new taste experience but most of it was wonderful. The guide was very knowledgeable and had a lot of energy .”

– JANET

8. Eat, Drink, Cycle: Osaka Food and Bike Tour

Duration: 3-4hrs | Location: Kita Ward | View on Viator

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Ever wanted to explore Osaka by bicycle as you discover its culinary delights? Well, this might be the tour for you.

A short walk from Temmabashi station, you’ll meet your guide at 10:30AM and be taken around the city, stopping at some of its best-known attractions. Stops include Japan’s oldest temple, sushi at a small locally run shop, tasting real wagyu beef at a busy market, and trying some Osaka specialties including okonomiyaki, chijimi pancakes, and udon.

The tour will include lunch, a knowledgeable guide, and soft drinks. When you’re finished, you’ll be taken back to the starting point to hand back your bike.

“ I enjoyed learning about the different types of authentic Osaka food, and getting to see Osaka Castle was a bonus! On a scale of 1 to 10, our guide Matt was an eleven! ”

– MARJORIE

9. Instagrammable Osaka-style Food Tour

Duration: 3hrs | location: osaka city | view on klook.

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A modern and creative tour with the added benefit of making the most of the weird and wonderful colors and styles of food you are bound to encounter on your travels.

Indulge your sweet tooth with multi-colored cotton candy or a bright green milkshake, or taste some of Osaka’s best known and beautiful dishes such as okonomiyaki or takoyaki.

This three-hour private tour can accommodate groups as large as 8 and includes tastings of up to eight different Instagram-worthy dishes. You’ll also receive a glass of sake, wine, highball, or soft drink as your English-speaking guide navigates you through Osaka’s busy streets.

10. Osaka Food Tour: 13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Hidden Eateries

Duration: 3hrs | Location: Nishinari Ward | View on Viator

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Enjoy ten different dishes from around Osaka including gyoza, udon, takoyaki, and more, at five eateries you won’t find on the busy streets.

You’ll begin your tour at Dobutsuen-mae station, close to downtown Osaka, at 5:30PM. From there, your guide will take you to some of the best food stalls, restaurants and izakaya, carefully chosen for serving traditionally ‘Osakan’ food and rarely visited by tourists.

Then, take in the local culture and bustling atmosphere while you enjoy a cup of sake or a beer at a local bar or izakaya to finish the night off.

“ This tour was awesome! Had a great group of fun people from Australia and the guide, Andie, was entertaining. Food was terrific. Ate lots of new dishes that I wouldn’t have ordered or found on my own. ”

– ANNA

Eat Like The Locals

11. locals’ osaka all-in food & culture deep dive (small group), duration: 3hrs (approx.) | location: kita ward | view on viator.

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This three-hour walking tour of Osaka will take you away from the tourist traps and chain restaurants and into the foodie districts and smaller independently run places to eat.

You’ll see your guide at 6:00PM at the meeting point just outside Temma station before your group of six will head to the Tenma and Kyobashi districts for some local specialty dishes to sample. This includes Dote Nikomi, a slow-cooked beef in miso sauce, kushikatsu, tonpeiyaki, a combo dish of port, egg, and dried fish flakes, to name a few.

Finish the night with a few local drinks a standing bar in Kyobashi before heading back to the station.

“ Dominic really knew his stuff and took us on a great tour. We visited pubs and eateries that we wouldn’t have found by ourselves. The food was fabulous and ‘outside the box’ of what you would normally expect in Japanese food. ”

– SALLYANN

12. Kuromon Market Food Tour

Duration: 1hr 30mins (approx.) | Location: Chuo Ward | View on Viator

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Kuromon Ichiba Market has been a hub of food and culture near the heart of Osaka for more than 200 years. With countless shops, bars and gourmet restaurants, this covered market cannot be missed if you’re visiting Japan’s ‘food capital’.

Your tour begins in the early afternoon outside Nipponbashi station in downtown Osaka. From there your guide will show you handmade local food and fresh seafood, as you walk and eat your way through more than ten different dishes and desserts, including dried okura, sushi, giant scallops, okonomiyaki, Sakura-flavoured mochi, and many more.

This is a walking and eating tour so be prepared to eat on the go!

“ Great tour with a great guide, Andy was amazing. It was fun! Learned a lot about the local food and also about the food culture. ”

– HAMID

13. Osaka Cooking Class

Duration: 2hrs 30mins (approx.) | Location: Higashinari Ward | View on Viator

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A great experience for anyone who finds their fun getting stuck-in. In this cooking class, you’ll learn about Osaka’s culinary history while trying your hand at some traditional Japanese cooking techniques.

Discover the careful process of preparing green tea, the simplicity of making takoyaki (fried flour and octopus balls), and the fun of attempting your own okonomiyaki savoury pancake. When you’re done, enjoy the fruits of your hard work over a glass of sake or beer.

For dessert, learn how taiyaki is made (a popular fish-shaped sweet cake, as your English-speaking instructor tells you about the history of some of Japan’s most popular dishes.

“ Great class Yayo wonderful Very organized food fantastic loved it a chance to see a Japanese home highly recommend this experience. ”

– SUSAN

14. Three Types of Ramen Cooking Class

Duration: 2hrs 30mins (approx.) | Location: Nishi Ward | View on Viator

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You haven’t tried ramen unless you have made it yourself, in Japan. This simple yet incredibly popular dish can be found on the menus of almost any restaurant in Japan, yet with so many variants to choose from it can be a bit confusing knowing what to choose.

In this 2.5-hour cooking class, learn about the different types of ramen, from salted with pork and seaweed, to soy sauce-based ramen with cabbage and vegetables, and miso ramen with chicken and eggs.

Learn about the traditional techniques that go into creating these dishes and try for yourself by making not one, or two, but three different types in a single class.

“ Fumi-san is very welcoming and pleasant to everyone in class. She provided tips on how to make good ramen which was useful. Recommended if one is looking for something different from sightseeing. ”

– STEPHEN

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15. In-Home Cooking Lesson with Local Japanese Mother

Duration: 3hrs (approx.) | Location: Kawanishiikeda Station | View on V iator

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A truly unique and rewarding experience. There’s nothing quite like a home-cooked meal, and with this private in-home cooking lesson with a Japanese mother you’ll enjoy a meal that you will remember for years to come.

Visit the home of an Osaka local and enjoy first-hand the culture and cuisine of Osaka. Choose from either lunch or dinner and learn to prepare up to five different dishes such as teriyaki chicken, a bento box, okonomiyaki, and gyoza in Yoshiko’s kitchen.

The cooking and preparation portion of the experience lasts about an hour before you sit down to eat. Afterward, Yoshiko will print all her recipes for you to take home.

“ A very good experience with a local mother. Well served and enjoy it very much. You must have a try. ”

– SUKI

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Posted on Last updated: April 21, 2024

Looking for the best Osaka food tours? You came to the right place.

The vibrant city of Osaka is commonly referred to as the “Kitchen of Japan” and so is the ideal city to embark upon a food tour, sampling the delicious offerings of Japanese cuisine in the city. 

The best Osaka food tours can be found here for you to enjoy some of the best Japanese food available.  

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Best Osaka Food Tours

Going on a food tour is perhaps one of the best ways to truly enjoy Osaka. 

Osaka food tours are popular with tourists, both first-timers and seasoned travelers to Japan. 

Here are some of the best Osaka food tours you can take on to get the full authentic experience. 

Osaka Food Tour (10 Delicious Dishes at 5 hidden Eateries)

One of the hardest parts of looking for places to eat while traveling is finding the local favorites, the true hidden gems of an area. 

This Osaka food tour helps eliminate that difficulty by taking visitors to five “diamond in the rough” eateries in the Shinsekai area of Osaka. 

Shinsekai is well-known for its retro atmosphere and preservation of buildings and cultural icons of the 20 th Century. 

It is also the birthplace of a number of popular Osaka food delights. 

This tour moves among the marketplace and city streets of Shinsekai, giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy a variety of food in a number of different settings, ranging from traditional street food to lively izakayas and more. 

10 different dishes are covered involving a number of food, such as gyoza (Japanese dumplings), oden (a traditional winter hotpot dish), and Takoyaki (one of Osaka’s claims to fame). For a list of more healthy Japanese food, click here.

Two drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are also included.

• 10 dishes at 5 different eating places 
• 2 drinks 
• Participants will be met at a nearby train station by the guide 

Pros & Cons

• All food and drink included in the price so you don’t need to worry about additional charges
• It can accommodate a maximum of 8 people, perfect for a friendly atmosphere
• Accessibility has been considered and the tour is wheelchair accessible

• Only two drinks are included despite visiting 5 places, so if you want anything to drink elsewhere it will have to be purchased separately.
• This tour covers ‘off-the-beaten-track’ local restaurants so it may not work for visitors looking for a more a more luxurious, high-end experience

Conclusion  

This tour is great for visitors looking to experience a range of local and authentic eating places. 

From street stalls to izakayas to the marketplace, this tour will provide a variety of experiences in a fairly short time without the uncertainty of navigating Japanese-only menus or unfamiliar food names. 

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Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours

This tour is predominantly a walking tour with some stops at street food stalls along the way. 

There is also a post-tour dinner option that introduces visitors to Osaka’s “soul food,” meaning food that is filling, tasty, and served fast. 

The Deep Backstreet Osaka tour covers a range of different areas with a strong focus on the backstreets of Osaka. 

This includes red-light districts, abandoned districts, and areas that are not in any common guidebooks or tour itineraries. 

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The guides provide interesting information about these areas and the history behind them as well as their place in current Japanese culture. The tour is quite informal with a casual atmosphere. 

This is exemplified through the end of tour planning. 

The dinner plans are quite flexible and it is completely optional as to whether you join or move on to other activities you may have planned. 

• Very friendly and informative guides able to provide interesting information about backstreet areas 
• Maximum 12 people per group
• Stops at street food stalls and optional soul food dinner after the walking portion of the tour 
• Unique insight into interesting parts of Japanese culture and history
• Able to explore areas that some visitors may not feel comfortable visiting alone
• Try street food and soul food
• Doesn’t cater to all ages
• Less focus on food so may not work for those looking to experience a wider range of cuisine
• Not a standard tourist experience, which could be a pro or con for different travelers

As this tour is more focused on drinking and nightlife, it may be best suited for those who are looking for a night out after an izakaya dinner. 

It is also not suitable for children. 

The flexibility of this tour makes it good for those who are open to whatever the night brings.

Osaka Backstreet Night Tour

This evening tour is centered on the popular downtown areas of Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Amemura. 

These areas are home to some of Osaka’s top bars, restaurants, and more, making it ideal for exploring the nightlife of this city. 

Highlights  

This Osaka Backstreet Night Tour starts at an izakaya, a traditional Japanese pub-style restaurant, to sample some popular food. 

These include yakitori (chicken skewers), takoyaki (fried octopus dough balls), and sushi. 

From here, the guide introduces visitors to a backstreet, ‘off-the-beaten-path’ bar where meeting locals and friendly conversation happen easily. 

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The tour also passes by the famous ‘Glico running man’ sign which is a popular photo spot. 

These are the main pre-decided points of the tour. After this, the itinerary becomes more flexible and is up to the group to decide. 

Common follow-ups include various bars or small, local karaoke bars. 

One alcoholic drink is included. Any other drinks beyond that must be purchased separately. 

• Izakaya dinner 
• One drink 
• Small group – maximum of 8 people 
• Introductions to a number of interesting and unique bars 

Pros & Cons 

• Introductions to local bars and Japanese bar culture
• Dinner at a traditional izakaya – a staple of Japanese restaurant culture
• Friendly and welcoming guides
• Only one drink is included despite visiting multiple drinking venues
• Mostly drinking-focused, only one food venue

The flexibility of this tour makes it good for those who are open to whatever the night brings.  

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Eat, Drink, Cycle: Osaka Food and Bike Tour

This is a unique tour concept as it combines two of the most popular types of tour – cycling tours and food tours. 

The tour starts with bike rentals and moves through the retro area of Shinsekai. 

It makes a stop at Japan’s oldest temple, Shi-Tennoji then through Osaka’s Koreatown in Tsuruhashi. 

It finishes at one of Osaka’s most famous knife-making workshops.

The Eat, Drink Cycle Osaka tour is done relaxed in Shinsekai, with casual exploring and the first food of the day before really starting the cycling. 

There is then a stop at Shi-Tennoji, one of the first official Buddhist temples in Japan. 

This temple was established in 593 and has a number of beautiful views, ranging from the temple itself to the unique 5-storied pagoda, up to the accompanying gardens. 

After this, the tour will move on to Tsuruhashi, the Koreatown of Osaka. This area is well-known for its food culture, including Japanese food, Korean food, and fusion food. 

The tour will also explore the fish market in this area. 

Some of the food include locally made sushi, wagyu beef, yakitori, and more. 

The tour also includes a consultation at Tower Knives, one of the largest bilingual knife factory shops in Japan.  

• Bike rental 
• Lunch 
• Bottled water 
• Small group – maximum of 7 people 
• Visits different areas and food venues
• Incorporates some tourist spots as well
• Combines food tours and cycling tours, allowing visitors to do one tour instead of booking one of each
• Participants need to be fairly fit to keep up with cycling for a length of time – not suitable for young children, elderly people, pregnant people, people with medical conditions that may affect their ability to do the bike tours
• Some visitors may not like alternating a lot of exercise with a lot of food.

This tour would be ideal for visitors looking to experience Osaka in a different way. 

By combining a cycling tour and a food tour, visitors are able to enjoy a range of places, food, and scenery. 

It is recommended that participants have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.  

Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

This tour explores the popular downtown areas of Dotonbori and Namba, as well as the retro area of Shinsekai.

It combines a walking tour and a food tour to provide the best of both worlds.

The Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour moves through Shinsekai and the famous tower of Shinsekai, Tsutenkaku Tower. 

This tower was once the tallest in Asia and was considered a symbol of the “new era” of Japan. 

It then moves into the Dotonbori district and along the Dotonbori canal, one of the busiest areas of Osaka. 

It also walks through Shinsaibashi-suji, one of the largest shopping streets in Osaka. 

It also includes a stop at the Glico running man sign, another of the symbols of Osaka. 

This journey gives participants a chance to try local Osaka food including takoyaki, okonomiyaki (a type of savory pancake), and kushikatsu (breaded and fried skewers). 

Participants are able to sample these foods as well as take some away for later. 

The tour also stops at a secluded temple along the way. 

• Takoyaki, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu 
• 1 drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic available) 
• Friendly and informative guide 
• Good combination of walking and food-based venues
• Variety of tourist destinations
• Food to sample as well as take away
• Only 1 drink included
• Only three types of food

This tour would be great for visitors looking to explore some of the most popular areas of Osaka with a knowledgeable and informative guide. 

The food included in the tour is very well-known as Osaka specialties, making this tour a true Osaka experience. 

Eat like a Local Street Food Tour

This tour provides a unique and personalized experience for each booking. 

Rather than joining a pre-decided itinerary, each participant is matched with a local guide based on personality and interests. 

The guide will then put together a variety of places to visit while keeping these interests in mind. 

The itinerary will include a selection of both local specialties, hidden gem food places, and venues that match well with the participant’s interests. 

This itinerary is flexible and open to changes even on the actual day of the tour. 

This Eat Like a Local Street Food Tour is a private and unique experience. You don’t have to work around anyone else or worry about food or venues you aren’t necessarily interested in. 

Six food tastings are included in the 3-hour tour. 

The tour takes place predominantly in the bustling Dotonbori district.

• 6 food tastings 
• 2 drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) 
• Personalized itinerary 
• Private local guide 
• Personalized experience
• Private tour
• Catered to your individual interests
• For those who like the social atmosphere of tours and meeting other travelers, this tour may not work
• More communication needed ahead of the tour in order to provide information on personality and interests

This tour is perfect for those who feel their interests are often not catered to in standard tours or who are looking for a truly personalized experience. 

A private tour allows you to specify any definite inclusions or exclusions you want without worrying about affecting the experience of others. 

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Nightlife Osaka Food Tour

This tour provides a good mix of nightlife venues and food venues. 

Finding the right balance between bars and restaurants can be difficult but this tour manages to combine the two well.

The Nightlife Osaka tour centers around the busy area of Dotonbori but focuses on the small side streets of the area rather than the loud and flashy main thoroughfares. 

A variety of dishes are included in this tour with four different food venues. 

This tour gives participants the chance to try kushikatsu, takoyaki, yakitori, and tempura.  

This is a good combination of local Osaka specialties and general Japanese cuisine. 

One drink is included (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and the guide can direct you to local drink specialties to try as well. 

The food venues also vary in type, from street food stalls to izakaya.  

When it comes to bars, the tour visits one of the many buildings which houses many small and unique bars. 

The bars in these buildings can seem endless with many bars on each floor of a multi-floor building. 

Visiting some of these bars is a unique and interesting experience, and a great way to experience Japanese nightlife.

• 4 food venues 
• 1 drink 
• Dessert 
• Visits to a number of bars 
• Well-balanced tour
• Variety of food and food venues included
• Unique bars
• Stays in one area

This tour would be a great choice for visitors who want to experience both the food culture and nightlife culture of Osaka. 

The tour is well-balanced and well-designed and should be suitable for most adults.  

Osaka 2-hour Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour  

This walking tour focuses on Kuromon Market, the true centerpiece to Osaka’s title “Kitchen of Japan.” 

The market has been in place since the Edo Period (1693 – 1867) and consists of around 150 various shops and stalls. 

Many of these businesses have been in place for multiple decades and have been passed down through families. 

Kuromon Market was once the main place for Osaka’s restaurants to buy their produce, meat, fish, and more. 

Nowadays, it still serves a number of restaurants but is also popular among consumers. 

There are many street food sellers in the area and shops selling various types of kitchenware. 

This tour consists of a casual stroll through the market while learning about the historical and contemporary context of Kuromon Market. 

It also includes 4-5 food samplings with the guide assisting participants in deciding which food stalls they would like to stop at. 

The guide will provide information and recommendations on which foods are interesting, unique, or special.  

• 4-5 food samplings 
• Tour photos 
• Advice on food and souvenirs from a local guide 
• Participants can choose which food they would like to sample
• Casual atmosphere
• Location has historical and cultural significance
• Shorter than most other tours
• Some participants may prefer more structure

This tour is best suited for visitors who are interested in the food culture in Osaka in a range of contexts. 

It is also best for those more interested in street food and food stalls rather than sit-down restaurants.

Osaka Bar Hopping Food Tour  

This tour takes participants around the areas of Dotonbori and Namba while introducing them to the quieter, more relaxed backstreets of these areas. 

A number of these side streets are full of izakayas, restaurants, and bars commonly frequented by locals. 

This allows participants to get a more authentic experience of food and nightlife culture in Japan.

The Osaka Bar Hopping Tour visits a number of izakayas before moving on to some bars toward the end of the day. 

The foods included are mostly standard izakaya food as well as some local Osaka specialties. 

This includes kushikatsu, yakitori, sushi, takoyaki, and more. 

Food is included in the price; however, it is recommended that you bring cash so you can purchase more if you want to. 

This is also applicable to buying drinks. 

• 8 skewers, 1 dish, 4 drinks OR 8 skewers, 2 dishes, 3 drinks 
• Authentic izakaya experiences
• Visits small izakayas enjoyed by locals
• Range of food and bars
• Multiple drinks included
• This tour is largely focused on izakayas, so visitors hoping to experience street food and other types of food may be disappointed
• Not much of the food is included in the price

This tour would be a good choice for visitors who are mostly interested in the izakayas of Japan.  

If you’re looking to experience the izakayas and bars that locals regularly choose, this tour is for you.  

Osaka All-inclusive Night Foodie Cultural Extravaganza  

This tour covers two areas that are commonly skipped in most tourist recommendations – Tenma and Kyobashi. 

These areas are largely commercial areas with Tenma also being home to one of Osaka’s largest shrines, Osaka Tenmangu Shrine. 

The Osaka All-Inclusive Tour will visit 3 different ‘tachinomi’ bars. These are standing dining bars. 

Both food and drink are served but the customers stay standing. 

This type of bar-restaurant is rarely visited by tourists, making this a unique and authentic experience. 

The tachinomis serve a variety of food, including local specialties and common Japanese favorites. 

Some of the food included in this tour are sashimi, traditional vegetable dishes, kushikatsu, and dote nikomi (slow-cooked beef). 

There’s also an option to add Kobe beef to your orders. 

Three drinks are also included. 

The guide is able to provide interesting information about the area and culture along the way. 

Participants are able to meet and socialize with locals. 

• 3 restaurant visits 
• 3 drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), 1 at each stop 
• Train fare between the two areas 
• Informative local guide 
• Unique authentic experience
• Two different areas, three different restaurants
• Three drinks included
• Some visitors might prefer the sit-down aspect of standard restaurants or izakayas
• As the tour covers two areas, there is a short train journey as well

This tour provides a unique experience as tachinomis are often skipped in food tours and the areas of Kyobashi and Tenma aren’t considered tourist hotspots. 

The stalls visited are small, local businesses with great care put into the food. 

This is a great tour for experiencing a range of food in an authentic setting.

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Conclusion 

With thousands of restaurants offering a huge variety of different food, it can be hard to narrow down which places to visit to have the best Japanese food experiences. 

Trying to locate authentic eating places while making the most of both local specialties and general Japanese cuisine can be overwhelming for even a seasoned traveler. 

Taking one of Osaka’s best food tours is a perfect way to get a range of experiences and try various Japanese food in an interesting setting. 

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13 BEST Food Tours in Osaka, Japan

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Get ready to have your stomach rumbling: from back alley street food tours to dining with Yakuza, these are the best food tours in Osaka!

Endless streets of neon lights, vibrant culture, incredible nightlife, and probably the best street food in the world: Osaka is an incredible city! The food game here is so strong that Osaka is actually known as the nation’s kitchen.

If you’ve visited my site before, you’re probably aware that I’m a big fan of trying the local cuisine. I just love getting to know a country through my taste-buds! It’s honestly the best way of getting to know a city. That’s why I have created this epic list of the best food tours in Osaka for you.

There are so many excellent Osaka food tours to choose from. Start by savouring all of the delicious flavours of Osaka cuisine on the Nostalgic Shinsekai Osaka Street Food Tour.

Then discover where to buy the best and freshest ingredients on the Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour. Cook up a storm as you create your favourite Osaka dishes in one of the incredible cooking classes. Or even spend a night bar dining with the Yakuza (if you dare)!

Honestly you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to foodie experiences in Osaka. So here’s a list of the best ones the city has to offer. No matter which ones you pick, come hungry!

Do you want to eat your way through Japan ? Then check out my food guides to Tokyo and Kyoto ! These are great for planning your trip to Japan. Also, you can check out the best hotels in Osaka and the best day trips from Osaka – this is perfect for planning your trip.

Food Tours in Osaka

Nostalgic shinsekai osaka street food tour.

The vibrant neighbourhood of Shinsekai is an incredible place to visit. Here you’ll find some of the best street food in the whole city.

How better to experience this awesome area, than by taking a guided tour that hits the best vendors? Over three hours you’ll stop by five different locations, tasting delicious snacks including kushikatsu (deep fried skewers).

Over the course of the tour, you’ll hear about the history of Osaka cuisine. You’ll also stop at an epic knife shop and see the art of knife making. This is honestly one of my favourite food tours in Osaka.

Eat Like a Local Street Food Tour

Take a personalised food tour that has been tailored to your taste an interests. If you book this experience, you will be contacted by the agency before your tour date. They will enquire about your personality, as well as any dietary requirements. They will then use this to match you to your guide, who will then hand craft an itinerary just for you!

This is an amazing food tour for people with specific dietary needs. It is also a fantastic way to try very specific foods, or to know the best cuisine in a certain area.

If you eat seafood, I’d really recommend trying takoyaki . These are deep-fried dough balls stuffed with octopus. It’s one of the dishes Osaka is famous for, and I think they’re delicious!

Dine with a Former Yakuza

Ever wanted to brag to your friends you dined with the Yakuza while in Japan? This is one of the best Osaka food tours for you!

First, take a tour of the underbelly of Osaka, walking through the Yakuza area and learning their code. Don’t worry though, you’ll be completely safe!

Following this, settle down for a seafood dinner with a reformed Yakuza. You will be treated to some incredible stories, and even get a chance to ask questions. If you’re as fascinated by the secret life and dealings of the Yakuza as I am, you have to check this tour out.

Backstreets of Osaka Night Food Tour

Discover the buzzing backstreets of Minami on a night time food tour. Popular for its nightlife and entertainment, the food on offer in this neighbourhood is also on point.

Weaving through back alleys, on this tour you will be taken from succulent meats to mouth watering treats. Try the local favourite takoyaki – the stall you’re guided to is so good it is actually Michelin Starred. Unbelievable!

Following this, you make your way to one of the local bars, to enjoy beer and bar snacks. Finally, your sweet tooth will be satisfied when you end the evening munching down on dessert.

Osaka Bar Hopping Food Tour

If you’d like to combine all the joy of a pub crawl with sampling mouthwatering food, this is your tour. Honestly, it is so much fun, and the food is incredible!

Based in the lively Namba district, you’ll spend a few wonderful hours wandering between Izakayas (Japanese gastro-bars) and food alleys. At each stop your local guide will help select unique Japanese dishes for you to try, including yakitori and okonomiyaki.

Your guide will also give you the low down on the local sake, shochu and beer, and how to drink them. Next time you go out, you’ll look like a pro. Kanpai!

Learn to Cook Osaka Style Street Food

Once you’ve discovered the wonder that is Japanese street food, it’s time to try making it yourself! To do this, head to Eat Osaka in the Naniwa-ku district.

The class starts with a welcome drink to make sure you’re relaxed and cooking at your best. Then it’s time for the cooking. In the class you will learn to create local favourites including yakitori, okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes), and udon noodles from scratch. Finally, it’s time to reap the rewards of your hard work and dine on your creations. Delicious!

Vegetarian? No worries, the recipes can be tailored to be meat free.

Half Pint Craft Beer Tour in Osaka

If, like me, you’re a fan of tasting local libations while you travel. This craft beer tour of Osaka could be just the ticket!

Spend a fun filled evening hopping from bar to bar tasting Osaka’s best selection of craft beers. The tours are guided by a local craft beer aficionados, who will help you pick beers to suit your tastes. They’ll also fill you in about the craft breweries in the area.

Located in the vibrant northern district of Umeda. If you’ve not visited before, this tour is also just a great way to get to know the neighbourhood.

All-Inclusive Night Foodie Cultural Extravaganza

Spend an evening exploring the Japanese culture and food scene from the inside out on this All-Inclusive Night Foodie Cultural Extravaganza. Hopping between historic and contemporary restaurants, you’ll be treated to mouthwatering food options with drinks to match.

Food on this tour changes slightly each evening, but you can expect to be delighted with incredible options including sashimi and dote nikomi (slow cooked beef). If you’re itching to try kobe beef, you can add this on to the tour!

This tour is based in the Temma and Kyobashi districts. Far from the regular tourist hot spots, you’ll get to experience a whole new side of Osaka!

Food Origins Exploration Game

What happens if you cross a food tour with a treasure hunt? You get the Food Origins Exploration Game!

Unlike the other tours, on this experience you do not have a guide, but rather an app on your phone. Following the clues you will be lead to historically and culturally significant areas around Dotonbori, as well as some incredible foodie locations.

At each stop you’ll be given information about the area, and interesting dishes will be suggested to you. This is one of the best food tours in Osaka if you’re looking for a more independent experience.

Learn to Cook Ramen

Hands up if you, like me, are a ramen lover. Honestly I can’t get enough of the stuff, and nothing is like eating it in a back alley Osaka restaurant. However, the next best thing is being able to create it for yourself at home.

Learn to cook ramen in the home of a local instructor in the Nishinomiya district. In this 2.5 hour class, you learn to make three types of ramen, and you get to make udon noodles from scratch. Best of all, you get to eat it at the end!

Sushi Making Class

If sushi is more your style, there is also a fantastic sushi making class in Osaka. From an experienced professional you will learn how the intricate slices of sashimi are made.

Next up, it is time to try your hand at creating your very own sushi rolls. It can take a little while to get used to, but you’ll be rolling sushi like a pro in no time.

This is such a great class, and it gives you a skill to take home and wow your friends. You’ll be surprised how quickly you pick it up!

Osaka: Guided Pub Crawl

If you’re looking for something a little different, then how about an old-school pub crawl through Osaka?

Surprisingly, the Japanese really love to drink, especially whiskey! I’ve had a few nights drinking with the locals in Japan, and it always turns into a crazy night.

If you want to be shown to the best bars in Osaka, then this pub crawl is a great way of doing. You also get to meet travellers from all over the world on this one.

Expect lots of shots, get-to-know-you games, and an amazing evening to remember (or forget?) If you can make it, you usually end up in a local club on this tour!

Japanese Sake Tasting Class

Spending the weekend in Osaka? It’s time to get stuck in to some traditional Japanese sake!

One of the best ways to learn about sake is through the Japanese Sake Tasting Class. Held on Saturday afternoons in a central location that looks out over Osaka Castle , this is a great way to kick start your weekend.

Over the class you will learn the about the history and culture of sake and its creation. After the class you’ll be able to appreciate the subtle differences between the various types of sake and how to correctly serve it.

So that’s my list of the best food experiences in Osaka. Do you love Osaka food tours as much as I do? Let me know in the comments below!

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Chelsey has lived, worked and studied across 9 countries, and has travelled in 40+. When she is not laying on a beach in Thailand or eating her way across India, she can be found discovering hidden corners of London.

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1. Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)

2. Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

3. Osaka Bar Hopping Night Walking Tour in Namba

4. Eat, Drink, Cycle: Osaka Food and Bike Tour

5. Kuromon Market Food Walking Tour in Osaka

6. Osaka Street Food Tour with a Local Foodie: Private & 100% Personalized

7. 6 Hours Private Foodie Tour from Osaka Castle & Kuromon Market

8. Absolute Osaka Food Tour

9. Osaka Food Walking Tour with Market Visit

10. Osaka Dotonbori Daytime Food Tour

11. Explore the Hidden Local Bars and Foods in Night Osaka -3.5 Hours

12. Osaka Market Food Tour

13. Retro Osaka Street Food Tour: Shinsekai

14. Evening Street Food Hopping Tour in Downtown Osaka

15. Osaka Food Crawl W KUNI-Osaka Private Food Tour

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Ryokan  stay.

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Onsen  experience.

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Japanese  Food

10 Popular Japanese Candies You Definitely Need To Try

The 5 Best Cooking Classes In Osaka You Should Try In 2024

Ramen vs Udon vs Soba – Differences Between These Three Japanese Noodles 

Konbini Guide – All You Need To Know About Japanese Convenience Stores

10 Unique Convenience Store Sandwiches You Should Try In Japan’s Konbini

Umeboshi Health Benefits – 10 Reasons To Eat Pickled Japanese Plum

How To Heat Japanese Sake At Home | Step by Step Guide

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Japanese Cookware – 14 Tools To Prepare Japanese Food In Your Kitchen

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Japanese  culture.

Why Japanese Always Drink Cold Water – The 5 Main Reasons

10 Surprising Facts About Japanese Vending Machines I Bet You Didn’t Know!

The 19 Coolest Shonen Mangas You Need To Read [Recommendations 2024]

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Daruma Dolls – All You Need To Know About These Traditional Japanese Dolls

The 10 Darkest & Most Disturbing Paintings by Yuko Tatsushima & Their Meanings

Japanese Dress Code – What To Wear In Japan According To The Situation

Japan Matsuri – The Best Traditional Festivals in Japan Month by Month

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The 15 Best Books About Japan You Should Read (History, Culture, Novels)