
Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1,449 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks worth booking?
Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks is a 2.5-hour experience in Osaka, Japan, from $65 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1,449 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 92 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1,449)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $65 per person
・12 unique Japanese dishes for the first time ・Skip the tourist traps and visit Izakaya -Japanese casual drinking restaurants ・Street food featured in the Michelin Guide ・Meet new friends along the way ・Tips for Enjoying Osaka
What you get
About this experience
・12 unique Japanese dishes for the first time ・Skip the tourist traps and visit Izakaya -Japanese casual drinking restaurants ・Street food featured in the Michelin Guide ・Meet new friends along the way ・Tips for Enjoying Osaka
What's included
Included
- Local Guide
- Dinner
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Osaka
Please meet in front of Don Quijote Dotonbori Midosuji Store. Look for the Local Guide Stars sign. https://maps.app.goo.gl/iexYyQeZHPPruHCs9
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet in front of Don Quijote Dotonbori Midosuji Store. Look for the Local Guide Stars sign. https://maps.app.goo.gl/iexYyQeZHPPruHCs9
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Japan Guide Star
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,364 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
1,364 verified traveler reviews for Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good experience
A real good guide, thanks a lot for the information gave and your kindness. Best wishes. Ben & Solene (french customers)
via Tripadvisor
Tasty food crawl in Osaka!
Tetsu was a great guide and we enjoyed our time tasting local food and also learning about local Osaka culture.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic Tour
Ukyo was a fantastic guide! The food tour had plenty of food and drinks, all were delicious. You will not leave the tour hungry! It was a great experience, Ukyo provided fantastic background on the cultural and historical aspects of Osaka, in addition to the delicious food. The tour was both delicious and insightful, I would recommend it to anyone looking to have a genuine, local experience with a fantastic guide.
via Tripadvisor
Great
Great experience specially the history. Ukyo is our guide, he is great.
via Tripadvisor
Food tour!
Ukyo was great! Great tour. We ate a lot and I am pescatarian but could eat most everything and he adapted for me. I loved the okonomiyaki especially.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $10,000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 507
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Japan Guide Star, who run 50 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 76.0 and 11 in the 90+ Club.
See everything Japan Guide Star runsWhy this scores 92
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Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Osaka.
How much does Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Osaka usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Osaka is not rushed.
Is Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1,449 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Osaka, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks?
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Around 507 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Osaka can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Osaka and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Osaka within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Osaka?
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On Outty we rank every Osaka experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour: Castle, Dotonbori, Gems & Lunch, Osaka Sumo Experience with Live Show and Audience Challenge, Chopstick Making Osaka: Customize Your Chopsticks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Osaka?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks?
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Included: Local Guide; and Dinner. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks?
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Please meet in front of Don Quijote Dotonbori Midosuji Store. Look for the Local Guide Stars sign. https://maps.app.goo.gl/iexYyQeZHPPruHCs9 Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Osaka. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Osaka: Guided Food Tour with 12 Dishes and 2 drinks?
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Across 1,449 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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