Best Deep Osaka Nighttime Food-n-Fun with Locals (6 or less!)
Embark on an electrifying journey through Osaka with our exclusive night tour! Explore the vibrant Tenma and Kyobashi districts, renowned for bold culinary offerings and an exciting locals-only night scene. This all-inclusive adventure promises a slightly offbeat experience, diving into the raw and authentic flavors of Osaka's renowned local food. Our expert guides ensure an unforgettable evening. Intimate group sizes (6 or less) allow us to go where mass-produced tours can't. Immerse yourself in ancient neighborhoods, forging connections with locals. Discover hidden gems and savor delectable Osaka delights. Steering clear of tourist-clogged areas, we prioritize an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience, venturing where non-local faces are a rare sight. Be embraced as a comrade in the establishments we visit, as we deliver a night filled with quality, authenticity, and unforgettable memories. Join us and let the heart of Osaka come alive in a way you've never experienced before!
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Amazing Wagyu
+100g of Super Premium Wagyu: Take all the food and drink on the standard tour and add 100g (about 3.5 oz.) of amazingly delicious local Wagyu beef.
What's included in Best Deep Osaka Nighttime Food-n-Fun with Locals (6 or less!)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pulala Tenma
We've got lots to show you in this historic neighborhood, and not just related to food either. Over the course of a 35 minute stroll, you'll learn about the history and now of this part of Osaka. We'll also visit two different restaurants here in Tenma, spending about half an hour in each. This is THE foodie city, so let's get down to the details! Food will vary by restaurant and your tastes over the course of the evening, but typical dishes include kushi katsu (various fried food on sticks), dote nikomi (slow cooked beef... parts), "tonpei yaki" (a grilled pork and egg dish), poached chicken with sesame seed dressing, slow simmered vegetables in a light soy sauce fish stock, lightly pickled mackerel, and much more! We always serve at least ten dishes on our tours. Incidentally, for those looking for something extra beefy, we offer the option of adding 100g (3.5 oz.) of well-marbled Kobe (or nearby) beef at one of our stops. Delicious, but plenty of food tonight even without the beef.
Ogimachi Park
Though most of our time will be spent in a lively warren of smaller streets, we take a little break here to see one of Osaka's favorite green spaces. Nice views, and great cherry blossoms too during spring.
Tenjimbashisuji Shopping Street
The longest covered shopping street in Japan, Tenjinbashisuji has a duly long name to match! We're not about shopping on this tour, but we'll walk down a short portion of the street to get a feel for the scene. Almost all the stores are local, so it's not like the homogenized shopping areas in so many other central parts of the city. Speaking of small scale, since our tours never have more than six guests, we are welcomed into restaurants as part of the family - not as a factory processed tour brigade. You can absolutely count on some fun local interaction!
Inclusions
- Native (or equivalent) English speaking guide
- Dinner
- Public transportation fee while on tour
- Three alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks
- Extra drinks beyond the one included at each stop
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available for one-way US$60/group plus your train fare)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years. Customers booked as adults (20 and over) for this tour will not be served alcohol.
- All participants must be 13+ to participate in this experience
- A moderate amount of walking is involved - comfortable shoes are recommended
- Maximum group size of six (eight for private tours) allows for a truly immersive experience
- Gratuities are uncommon in Japan, however if you really enjoyed your time and want to show your guide how much you appreciate them, you should feel free to do so. However, there is absolutely NO tipping expectation.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Just outside the faregates of JR Tenma Station is a McDonalds. There's only one exit from the station, so it's not confusing. Just exit and veer right.
End Points
- We end at Kyobashi Station, which has both JR and the subway, as well as the Keihan line, which provides easy access to Kyoto.
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• Please note this is a sample menu; seasonal changes and restaurant availability may affect the exact dishes served on your food tour. • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Same day Wagyu beef upgrade is subject to availability • You will be notified two days in advance of your tour with your guide's name and contact information. You should please contact your guide directly should any issues arise. Please be aware that for group tours, the tour must start on time and it may not be possible to get in touch with the guide once they have started the tour. • In order to keep our pricing as low as possible, we aim to never charge more for solo travelers. However, if the minimum of 2 guests is not met for this tour we will offer you as a solo traveler one of the following 3 options. 1) To attend the tour on an alternate date. 2) Pay a 3000 yen solo supplement 3) Receive a full refund