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Deep Osaka Izakaya Food Tour in Tenma: 5 local specialities
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 3h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Explore Japan's longest shopping arcade and discover its deep history.
- Savour fresh sushi, crispy kushikatsu, and other authentic local foods.
- Drink and dine in the vibrant, lantern-lit backstreets of Ura-Tenma.
Activity location
- Osaka
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 日本、〒530-0041 大阪府大阪市北区天神橋４丁目１２−１ | McDonald's in front of JR Tenma Station (Address: 4-12-1 Tenjinbashi, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0041) JR Tenma Station has only one ticket gate, so it is very easy to navigate. Just outside the fare gates, you will see a McDonald's. I will be waiting for you near the entrance of this McDonald's. To make it easy for you to find me, I will be holding a sign with your name on it. You can also recognize me from my profile picture—look for the local guide with parted black hair, wearing a wine-red shirt under a black cardigan with patches, and carrying a white tote bag! If you have any trouble finding the spot, please send me a message.
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan
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Deep Osaka Izakaya Food Tour in Tenma: 5 local specialities
- 3h
- English
What's included, what's not
- English-speaking local guide
- Food tastings at 4 different local spots (including Takoyaki, fresh sushi, Kushikatsu, and traditional tavern dishes)
- 1 traditional Japanese dessert
- 3 drinks of your choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
- A crash course in Osakan comedy
- Translation attempts in 7 languages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport fees to the meeting point
- Additional food and drinks beyond the included menu
- Babysitting for wandering adults
- Note on Dietary Restrictions: Due to the nature of authentic local eateries and traditional Japanese cooking methods (which heavily rely on fish broth/dashi), we are currently unable to accommodate strict vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free diets. Cross-contact with various food allergens cannot be completely avoided.
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People with food allergies, People with gluten intolerance, People with mobility impairments, Vegans, Vegetarians, Wheelchair users
What you can expect
Experience the True Osaka: Tenma Food, Drink & History Tour
Overview
Osaka is Japan's “nation's kitchen.” Step off the beaten track and dive into the authentic, unfiltered nightlife! While tourists flock to Dotonbori, real local food culture thrives in the retro alleys of Tenma. Join your multilingual guide for a 3-hour culinary journey through Japan's longest shopping arcade and the lantern-lit Ura-Tenma. We'll dive deep into history and culture over mouth-watering dishes. This is a fully all-inclusive experience—just bring yourself and enjoy!
Itinerary (What to Expect)
Meeting & Intro (10 min)
Meet in front of McDonald's just outside JR Tenma Station's ticket gate. Your guide will confirm dietary needs and introduce the area.Takoyaki & History Stroll (30 min)
Walk through the historic Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street. To spark your appetite, we'll share piping-hot Takoyaki (octopus dumplings). Your guide will share the neighborhood's deep history, including the 10th-century Osaka Tenmangu Shrine.1st Stop: Standing Sushi (40 min)
Step into Ura-Tenma, a photogenic maze illuminated by paper lanterns. Our first stop is a beloved standing sushi bar. Taste incredibly fresh, market-direct seafood paired with your first drink. Experience how local salarymen unwind!2nd Stop: Crispy Kushikatsu (40 min)
You can't leave Osaka without trying Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers). We'll visit a retro, red-lantern Izakaya for perfectly crispy skewers and a cold drink. Let's discuss anything from Japanese street fashion to local J-League football!3rd Stop: Deep Local Tavern (40 min)
We'll navigate to a hidden tavern to savour hearty traditional dishes like Oden (Japanese hot pot) or sizzling Teppanyaki. Mingle with locals and truly experience Osaka's “Kuidaore” (eat-until-you-drop) spirit.Sweet Finale: Japanese Dessert (20 min)
To wrap up our epic food marathon, we'll treat ourselves to traditional Japanese Wagashi (confections) or a rich matcha dessert.
Meeting and End Point
Meeting Point: McDonald's at JR Tenma (4-12-1 Tenjinbashi, Kita Ward, Osaka). The guide will hold a sign with your name.
End Point: JR Tenma Station.
What's Included
Professional, multilingual local guide
All food tastings across 4 stops and dessert (equivalent to a full dinner)
3 drinks of your choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
Additional Information
Please advise any dietary requirements at booking.
The minimum drinking age in Japan is 20. Please bring a valid ID.
Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Location
Activity location
- Osaka
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 日本、〒530-0041 大阪府大阪市北区天神橋４丁目１２−１ | McDonald's in front of JR Tenma Station (Address: 4-12-1 Tenjinbashi, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0041) JR Tenma Station has only one ticket gate, so it is very easy to navigate. Just outside the fare gates, you will see a McDonald's. I will be waiting for you near the entrance of this McDonald's. To make it easy for you to find me, I will be holding a sign with your name on it. You can also recognize me from my profile picture—look for the local guide with parted black hair, wearing a wine-red shirt under a black cardigan with patches, and carrying a white tote bag! If you have any trouble finding the spot, please send me a message.
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan