Osaka Private Food Tours by Local Foodies: 100% Personalized

5.0
(16 reviews)
Osaka, Japan

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

You’ll weave your way through Osaka’s streets with one of our local Osaka hosts, feasting on regional Kansai dishes. Known as ‘Kuidaore City’, meaning ‘to ruin oneself with food’, we’re sure you’ll agree that this sounds like you’ve happily landed in the country’s gastronomic capital! You’ll feast on Kobe beef, best served grilled or in Tecchiri. Round things off with dessert! You could go for sweet rice cakes, rainbow-colored pancakes or matcha flavored ice-cream.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the xperience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

What's Included

Hotel meet-up (if centrally located)
Private guide & walking tour
6–8 food tastings from 2–3 local eateries
Additional food and drinks
Transportation to/from meeting point
Attraction tickets
Optional gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Starbucks Coffee - Tsutaya Ebisubashi

(The host will be waiting in front of Starbucks Coffee) After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • Osaka (Pass by)

    Explore Osaka’s rich culinary culture with a local host who knows the city’s food scene inside and out. This is more than a food tour—it’s a City Unscripted experience: personalized, immersive, and bursting with flavor. Alongside your host, you’ll wander through vibrant markets, slip into cozy izakayas, and taste your way across family-run food stalls—learning, laughing, and connecting with the soul of the city. Before your adventure begins, you’ll receive a short online questionnaire so we can design a food journey tailored to your tastes—whether you're craving crispy takoyaki, rare wagyu, or traditional sweets from a quiet backstreet confectioner. Here are just a few highlights to whet your appetite:

    Admission ticket free
  • Kuromon Market (Pass by)

    Begin your journey at this bustling covered market, lovingly known as “Osaka’s Kitchen.” Sample juicy grilled scallops, savory croquettes, and seasonal fruits as your host shares insights into local ingredients and culinary customs.

    Admission ticket free
  • Dotonbori Street (Pass by)

    Wander beneath neon lights and alongside the Dotonbori Canal. Taste Osaka’s iconic takoyaki (octopus balls) or okonomiyaki (savory pancakes), and discover how this lively district shaped the city's food scene.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Tucked behind Dotonbori’s hustle, this narrow cobblestone lane offers a glimpse into old-world Osaka. Visit a peaceful moss-covered temple, then duck into a historic izakaya for grilled skewers and a glass of sake.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Stroll through this buzzing covered arcade where street food stalls are nestled among fashion boutiques. Your host might suggest a sweet stop for matcha desserts or kushikatsu—Osaka’s beloved deep-fried skewers.

    Admission ticket free
  • Shinsekai (Pass by)

    Step back in time in this nostalgic neighborhood. Enjoy deep-fried skewers in a retro eatery, then sip local beer beneath the glow of Tsutenkaku Tower. Your host will share stories of Osaka’s Showa-era charm.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by City Unscripted

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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Top Product
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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