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The 15 Best Osaka Tours & Food Walks

167 tours  ·  from $4

Osaka eats better than it sightsees and knows it. The 15 below run through Dotonbori and the Shinsekai counters, out to the castle and up the towers, with prices, how many dishes you actually get, and which ones run after dark.

Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume - Costumes, karts, and the first few minutes behind the wheel
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Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume

1.Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,658 reviews · from $46Our pick

Drive a one-person go-kart through Osaka with a small group and a guide, wearing a borrowed character costume if you like. The route includes Namba, Dotonbori, Tsutenkaku, Kitashinchi, and the American Quarter. Fuel, kart rental, insurance, photos, and costume rental are included.

“This was the best go kart experience I had! The guide took pics of us and VIDEO as well! He took us through amazing routes and we had so much fun! I def recommend!”

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Osaka Castle: Museum and Tower Entry Ticket - Entering the Main Tower with a QR code
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Osaka Castle: Museum and Tower Entry Ticket

2.Osaka Castle: Museum and Tower Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,380 reviews · 1 month · from $7Best value

Use an advance QR ticket to enter Osaka Castle’s Main Tower and the Toyotomi Ishigaki Museum. Explore Toyotomi and Tokugawa-era exhibits, climb to the eighth-floor lookout, and see Osaka from above. Plan extra time for the castle grounds, since the tower sits about 20 minutes from nearby stations.

“The guide, Niall, was amazing. He is a wealth of knowledge and blends perfectly into any group, large or small. Our 4 person tour felt so comfortable and fun, and he had a perfect mix of history, mystery and some haunted tales. Would 100% recommend, was the highlight of our Japan trip!”

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Osaka: Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries - The first bites: takoyaki and oden
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Osaka: Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries

3.Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,204 reviews · 3 hours · from $53

Join a small group of up to nine for three hours in Osaka’s Shinsekai district. Local guides such as Kevin, Taka, Tommy, and Mio lead you through five eateries serving takoyaki, kushikatsu, udon, gyoza, yakitori, and more, with two drinks included.

“Kevin was amazing!! He made the tour one of a kind and was definitely the best food tour I have ever been on. I learnt so much about Osaka and Japan culture. Highly recommend this tour and Kevin as ur guide.”

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Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries - From backstreet stall to standing bar
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Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries

4.Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,149 reviews · from $73

Spend about three hours in Osaka’s Shinsekai, visiting five small eateries for 13 local dishes, including takoyaki, gyoza, kitsune udon, and kushikatsu. Guides such as Tommy, Mario, Mari, Nick, and Brian add food stories, quizzes, and local context. Two drinks are included, with extras available at your own cost.

“Taka was an excellent guide who taught us a lot and answered all our questions. We met some wonderful people and went to places that we wouldn’t have been able to find if we weren’t there with a local. Highly recommend!”

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Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local - Karaage, yakitori, takoyaki, and udon
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Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local

5.Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,727 reviews · from $73

Spend three hours with a local guide such as Adam, Anna, Andy, Tim, or Scott, tasting karaage, takoyaki, yakitori, udon, oden, kushikatsu, and dessert across five Shinsekai eateries. The small group visits izakayas, stalls, restaurants, and a bar, ending near Dobutsuen-Mae Station.

“Anna was such an enthusiastic guide! She brought to much energy to the food tour, had so much information about the city, and the places we went to have some of the best food I had on my entire Japan trip. Highly recommend!”

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Osaka: Tea Ceremony Experience - Watching the demonstration in a kimono-clad setting
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Osaka: Tea Ceremony Experience

6.Tea Ceremony Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,426 reviews · 45 min · from $25

In a traditional tatami room near Dotonbori, an English-speaking Japanese instructor such as Yuki, Akiko, Kazu, or Mayumi explains tea ceremony manners and meaning, then shows you how to whisk matcha. You will prepare your own bowl with authentic tools and enjoy seasonal sweets.

“Great to see ceremony and learn some history and then make matcha ourselves, thank you!”

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Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour - Dotonbori, Ebisu Bridge, and Osaka’s famous center
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Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour

7.Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,306 reviews · from $31

Start in Namba and follow a local guide through Hozenji Yokocho, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Kuromon Market, and more. Choose 3, 4, 5, or 7 hours, with longer private tours adding Osaka Castle, Shinsekai, Shitennoji, knife-making, museums, and local neighborhoods.

“Walking through Osaka's busy streets can be overwhelming but Paul was a perfect guide. He is informative and full of energy - keeping us engaged.”

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Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group - Meeting in Namba and choosing your pace
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Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group

8.Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,300 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $33

See Osaka beyond its famous billboards on a 3 to 7-hour guided walk. Meet in Namba for the small-group tour, or arrange central hotel pickup for a private visit. Expect Kuromon Market, local alleys, Dotonbori, America-mura, Shinsekai, takoyaki, and practical food tips.

“Mari has a fantastic personality. She was an excellent host taking us through the streets of the shopping area, pointing out much of the hidden history. We would highly recommend her!”

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Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner) - Starting near Daikokucho at 5:30 pm
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Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner)

9.Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,290 reviews · from $53

Start at 5:30 pm near Daikokucho Station for a three-hour walk through Osaka’s old alleys, retro shopping areas, former ghetto, red light district, temples, and abandoned-home zones. Guides such as Mari, Knox, and Rudy share local context, with street-food tasting and an optional izakaya dinner.

“An interesting tour of the other side of Osaka that most tourist do not see. Mark was excellent with his knowledge and ability to deliver it in a fun way. It is evident that he truly appreciates all aspects of Japanese culture. Even as a frequent traveller to Japan this tour is a must.”

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Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class - Finding the classroom near Dotonbori
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Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

10.Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,220 reviews · from $31

Meet near Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi for a 1-hour-40-minute class led by English-speaking instructors, with names such as Aina, Reika, Fuko, and Yui appearing among the teaching team. You will learn sushi history, make maki and nigiri, then eat what you prepare.

“High energy, and super interactive. Also a good amount of food as well! Had lots of fun and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for something interesting to do while in Osaka”

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Osaka: Umeda Sky Building Official E-Ticket - Getting to the ticket counter from Osaka Station
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Osaka: Umeda Sky Building Official E-Ticket

11.Umeda Sky Building Official E-Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,131 reviews · 1 day · from $12

Use your QR voucher to enter Osaka’s Umeda Sky Building and ride up to the Kuchu Teien Observatory. You’ll see the city from the 40th floor, cross the striking glass escalators, visit the open-air Sky Walk, and enjoy day, sunset, or night views without a fixed entry time.

“Wonderful early evening views as the sun sets and city lights come on.”

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Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai - Tsutenkaku and Jan-Jan Yokocho: Osaka on a skewer
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Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

12.Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 985 reviews · from $111

Walk from Shinsekai to Dotonbori in about three hours, stopping for kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, drinks, shrines, alleys, and photo spots. With no more than seven people, guides such as Aika, Yuma, and Michiko can give personal food and neighborhood tips, though dietary limits are strict.

“Hiro was very nice and shared a lot about day-to-day Japanese culture. He’s still getting his sea legs as a tour guide. It would have been good to learn more about the cultural info surrounding the food we ate and temple and shrine we visited. We also only got to eat 2 of the 3 foods listed in the tour (missed the takomaki). The first spot for the fried skewers seemed quite local but the 2nd place we went to for the pancake was clearly a tourist spot.”

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Osaka Bar Hopping Night Walking Tour in Namba (3 bars, 6 tastes) - The first hour: three stops in Minami
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Osaka Bar Hopping Night Walking Tour in Namba (3 bars, 6 tastes)

13.Osaka Bar Hopping Night Walking Tour in Namba (3 bars, 6 tastes)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 958 reviews · from $98

Join a local guide such as Mina, Taku, Mari, or Yuko for a three-hour walk through Namba’s food alleys and nightlife. Visit three Japanese bars or izakaya-style venues, try several foods and drinks, see Hozenji Temple and Hozenji Yokocho, and finish near the meeting point. Groups are capped at seven.

“Yuko was a fantastic guide who took us on a full stroll through Dotonburi (including showing us great spots for pictures and pointing out restaurants known for various types of foods like ramen, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, etc.) and to three spots in total, including a terrific Japanese whiskey bar to cap the night off. Highly recommend.”

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Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima Bus Tour & Shinkansen Ticket - Starting at Kyoto or Shin-Osaka Station
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Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima Bus Tour & Shinkansen Ticket

14.Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima Bus Tour & Shinkansen Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 919 reviews · 12 hours · from $277

Travel from Osaka or Kyoto to Hiroshima by Shinkansen, then tour the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Museum, and Miyajima’s Itsukushima Shrine by bus and ferry. English-speaking guides such as Joe, Kane, Azusa, and Hiro lead the day. Lunch is Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, with several dietary options available by advance request.

“Very informative. Our tour guide and associate were excellent. I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Osaka: Deep Backstreets Walking Tour with Dinner Option - Back alleys where Osaka feels unpolished
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Osaka: Deep Backstreets Walking Tour with Dinner Option

15.Deep Backstreets Walking Tour with Dinner Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 902 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $40

Spend three hours with an English-speaking guide such as Knox, Rudy, Maria, or Taka exploring Osaka’s lesser-seen districts. Expect retro game parlors, old markets, gritty backstreets, two local snacks, candid social history, and an optional dinner afterward.

“Awesome Tour with Bennet. Very recommended to get a good feeling of the other side of japan and Osaka. Very informative and entertaining. We enjoyed the Tour a lot and recommend it to everyone who want to get to know the whole side of this magnificent country”

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