Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

Itinerary 1 itinerary

Day 1

Meet at meeting point: In front of FamilyMart, Sanno Dobutsuen-mae store Right outside Exit 1 of Dobutsuen-mae Station Your guide will be holding a sign saying "MagicalTrip"
Attractions and Activities: Tsutenkaku (Ticket included) Walk through Jan-Jan Yokocho alley& Enjoy Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) With the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower watching over the town, Shinsekai offers a perfect mix of history and local culture. Enjoy crispy Kushi-katsu right in the heart of the neighborhood before making your way to Dotonbori, where the flavors and energy of Osaka truly come alive! 6 pieces of Kushikatsu: Kushikatsu is a Japanese dish of deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables. (For vegetarian course, pork broth is still used in Kushikatsu) ※Vegan and gluten-free are not available. 30 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Shinsaibashisuji (Free entry) Exploring the Shinsekai Area (Shinsekai Market → Tsutenkaku Tower → Billiken Statue) The "museum-like" alley offers a virtual experience of Osaka's center as it existed over 80 years ago. It's astonishing how much history you can uncover in this narrow alley, spanning just 1.2 meters in width. The artwork adorning the walls creates a unique ambiance, transporting visitors back to bygone days. Exiting the alley, we'll visit a quaint temple nestled between Namba's bright neon signs and bustling shopping streets. Stepping into this temple feels like journeying from the modern era back in time. Taking a moment to delve into Osaka's history provides a brief respite before we proceed to a local Okonomiyaki restaurant in the Dotonbori area! 20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Dotombori River (Free entry) [Day] Souvenir shopping on Dōgu-ya-suji (including "Hōchō-ya" knife shop) [Night] Explanation of Dōgu-ya-suji near Namba Grand Kagetsu → Souvenir shopping in the vicinity Exiting the alley, we'll visit a quaint temple nestled between Namba's bright neon signs and bustling shopping streets. Stepping into this temple feels like journeying from the modern era back in time. Taking a moment to delve into Osaka's history provides a brief respite before we proceed to a local Okonomiyaki restaurant in the Dotonbori area! 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Hozen-ji Temple (Free entry) Walk & Eat Your Way Through Hōzen-ji Temple → Stroll through Ukiyo-koji (Ukiyo Alley) Snack on takoyaki, sweets, and more (approx. ¥500) Photo op at the Glico sign → Disband 25 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Glico Sign Dotonbori (Free entry) WE will take pictures in front of the famous Glico sign. 10 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street for cookware (Ticket included) Enjoy Osaka-style Okonomiyaki &Snap photos at the Glico Sign / Tour ends in Dotonbori Okonomiyaki: Osaka's Savory Pancake Okookonomi (meaning “as you like”) and yaki (meaning “grilled”). Made wit Once golden and crispy, it's finished with sweet-savory okonomiyaki sauce, creamy mayonnaise, bonito flakes, and aonori seaweed. The result is a hearty, flavorful dish that's fun to eat and In Osaka, many restaurants let you cook okonomiyaki right at your table, making it not only a meal but also a cultural experience. It's a must-try dish for anyone visiting Japan's “Kitchen of the Nation.” 40 min(s)
Guests leave on their own: Glico Sign DotonboriEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion 1-10-2 Dotombori, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0071, Osaka Prefecture


*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.