Eclectic Evening Food Tour in the Dotonbori Area of Osaka
Highlights
- Experience an Unforgettable Stroll Through The Historical Food Streets of Osaka
- Enjoy Spend an Evening Like The Locals of Japan’s 3rd Largest City!
What to expect
Enjoy Osaka's food at several spots off the beaten path. Your guide will take you through Dotonbori for food stops at a Michelin Rated Takoyaki place, hidden Izakayas, a unique bar hub and more!
This evening food tour in Osaka is unlike any other with its eclectic selection of locations. From bustling Dotonbori through hidden alleyways, you will get to see a side of Osaka that is rare for visitors. Enjoy an array of tasty Osaka dishes and experience the fun personalities of the locals. Munch on local treats at top rated food stops, visit hidden Izakayas and explore the quirky side of Osaka's bar scene all in one night.
What's included
- 4 food stops / 1 drink / Dessert / Street food Tasting
- English-speaking guide
About this experience
Schedule
- Meet in front of Starbucks Tsutaya Ebisu-bashi
- DotonboriAt the beginning of the tour, your guide will take you through Dotonbori. This lively part of Osaka is famous for its bright lights, including the iconic big Glico man. Once you've seen the busier side of this district, your guide will lead you off the beaten path.
- Tasty Local TreatsMunch on some Kushikatsu (deep fried meat and veggie skewers) and enjoy Takoyaki at a Michelin rated food stop. Continue on to an Izakaya or a local pub and chew on local staples such as tempura, sukiyaki and more!
- Local Bar HubYour guide will lead you to a building filled with eccentric and quirky themed bars. Each door opens a new kind of adventure and offers a different kind of vibe. Then, finish off your gastronomic adventure with a sweet tasting of a local dessert.
- Tour Ends in the Minami Osaka/Dontonbori area
Location and Directions
Check-in
Starbucks in Tsutaya Ebisubashi
〒542-0071 大阪府大阪市中央区道頓堀１丁目８−１９
Please meet your guide in front of Starbucks Tsutaya Ebisu-bashi, located in Dotonbori (next to Laox Shop.)
Our guide will be holding an Arigato Japan sign.
Check-out
Dotonbori Area
Dotonbori, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
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Restrictions
- Under Japanese law, alcohol can be ordered by participants over 20 years of age only.
What to bring
- On rainy days, we recommend bringing an umbrella. They can be easily purchased at any convenience store.
- Walking shoes
Additional notes
- Additional meals and drinks not listed in the inclusions is not included in the tour fare.
- Please note that VELTRA and the tour provider will not be liable for any theft or loss or loss of property, as well as bodily harm or injury. Please exercise due caution.
- Emergency Phone Numbers:
Ambulance: 119 (simple English should be okay)
Medical emergencies in Tokyo:
Tokyo Metropolitan Medical Information Service: +81 (0)3 5285 8181
English assistance: 9 am - 8 pm
Medical emergencies in Kansai (including Osaka and Kyoto):
AMDA International Medical Information Centre KANSAI: +81 (0)6-6636-2333
English assistance: 9 am - 5 pm - Emergency Phone Numbers:
Outside of Tokyo & Kansai:
Japan Helpline: +81 (0)120-461-997 or +81 (0)570-000-911
English assistance 24h
Other useful numbers: https://www.jhelp.com/en/jhlp.html - We have a strict policy about starting our tours on time. If you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will start regardless and no refund will be provided.
- We are also unable to accommodate your meeting up at any of the food stops once you’ve missed the start of the tour. This is to protect the enjoyment of all our guests and the relationships with our restaurant partners. Please note we can only wait an additional five minutes after the starting time and then the tour will depart.
- In addition to our limited no-exception five-minute grace period: we cannot give directions or contact the guides on the phone once the tour begins. This is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests on the tour. Our Guides will focus on the tour and cannot be responsible to help you connect after the tour begins.
- For this tour, it is possible (with advanced notice at the time of booking) to make adjustments to support the following dietary restrictions.
・Vegan
・Vegetarian
・Pescetarian
・Shellfish Free
・Pork Meat Free - Please keep in mind, however, that we cannot make an allergy-free or dietary restriction food guarantee since food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to Arigato Japan. Also, some stops may not have a viable substitution but we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Due to the food options chosen for this tour and available in the area, we are unable to accommodate anyone with gluten-free dietary restrictions on this tour. We apologize for this inconvenience, but we are unable to make substitutions for this here.
- Changes on tours: Applicable substitutions may be made due to public holidays, weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances.
Operated by
Arigato Japan (Code:137814)
Cancellation policy
- 4-7 business days before (by 9:00 PM local time): 50%
- After 9:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%
