Kuromon Market Food Walking Tour in Osaka
-Try Osaka's "must-eat" street food, Takoyaki- It's a small rounded ball snack made of wheat-flour based batter with a piece of octopus inside. This Takoyaki is originally from Osaka and that's why we want you to try the best one.
-Have a taste of local favorite foods- This tour will be an excellent option for you if you would like to try different kinds of Japanese food in one place! The Kuromon Market has a history of more than 100 years and has more than 130 shops and stalls.In addition we take you to Dotonbori where you can find local food even more!
-Find unique Japanese kitchenware and tableware souvenirs- We'll head to a street named Doguyasuji street. The street has contributed to "the Kitchen of the Nation" by offering various kitchenware, tableware and cooking equipment not only for individuals, but also for professionals.
Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan!
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Kuromon Market Food Walking Tour in Osaka
What's included in Kuromon Market Food Walking Tour in Osaka
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meet In front of the SMBC ATM at Nippon-bashi 1chome near Kintetsu Nippon-bashi Station (Exit 10 from Kintetsu Nippon-bashi station)
Kuromon Market
Eat around as walking through Kuromon market Kuromon Market is a shopping street located in Minami, the center of Osaka City. The market got its name from the black mountain gate of Enmyoji Temple, which was located nearby. The specialty is conger eel in summer and puffer fish in winter, and about 10% of the fresh fish stores have puffer fish specialty signs. There are about 150 stores under the 580-meter-long arcade, and the street is always bustling with people. From fresh fish stores to puffer fish and soft-shelled turtle specialty stores, restaurants, and shops selling vegetables, fruit, meat, pickles, dried goods, Japanese sweets, and Western sweets, the street is packed with a variety of shops, and wherever you look, it is full of the lively energy of a market. The fresh fish stores sell skewered seafood, the fruit stores sell fresh juice, and the tea stores sell matcha soft serve ice cream.
Nanba Grand KagetsuPass-by Only
Pass by Nanba Grand Kagetsu Namba Grand Kagetsu is a comedy and comedy theater operated by Yoshimoto Kogyo, located in Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture.
Inclusions
- Tour photos
- 4-5 food samplings
- 2 hours with a local guide
- Additional food and drinks (available for purchase)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- All ages are welcome on this tour.
- Out of respect for all guests and to ensure the best experience for everyone, the tour will start on time. You will not be able to join the tour, receive a refund, or reschedule if you arrive late and miss the group.
- You do not need to cover the cost of the guide’s food and drinks. Please bring cash if you would like to purchase additional snacks or drinks.
- We are able to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free requests on this tour. However, please be aware that most Japanese restaurants are not fully prepared for these dietary requirements, and the available options may be limited.
- Please inform us at least one day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.※ Requests made on the tour day cannot be accommodated. Please kindly understand that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free meals, accommodate all dietary restrictions, or provide substitutions, as the food is prepared in kitchens not operated by us.
- Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer temperatures reaching up to 40°C (110°F) and winter lows dropping to -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- In front of the SMBC ATM at Nippon-bashi 1chome near Kintetsu Nippon-bashi Station （Exit 10 from Kintetsu Nippon-bashi station) > A guide will be holding a board saying "MagicalTrip"
