Kuromon Market Exploration: Experience Authentic Cuisine and Culture in Osaka's Retro Marketplace

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Kuromon Market in Osaka. Indulge in authentic cuisine and experience the rich culture of this retro marketplace. Join our food tour and savor 10-13 delicious dishes in 1.5 hours. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Nippombashi Station - Indulge on 6~8 selected dishes and 3~4 samplings of Osaka food specialties!
    This is an eating and walking tour where our goal is to have you try a variety of fantastic local food in an authentic Japanese market.
    Dive into Kuromon Ichiba (Market) for a sensory experience of sights, scents, and tastes that come together fantastically to make sure you won't be forgetting Osaka anytime soon!
    On this tour, you'll get to relish in the freshest and best local foods, ranging from first-class seafood, very local "must try" Osakan dishes, to desserts and Japanese tea.
    Note: This tour is not suitable for vegetarians nor vegans.
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
  • Unique traditional chopsticks
  • Lunch
Meal Options
  • Eel
  • Roasted dried Okura
  • Fresh Sushi/Sashimi
  • Japanese Tea
  • Okonomiyaki (famous Osakan meal)
  • Giant Scallop
  • Lotus Root Tempura
  • Sakura Mochi
  • Sweet Potato cooked over the coals
  • Puffer Fish (upon request)
Additional Information

If you’re a food enthusiast, this tour is perfect for you, offering 10-13 different food items within a 2-hour experience. Kuromon Market, a hub of food and culture for over 200 years, stands out with its retro style that takes you back in time. Unlike other covered shopping arcades, Kuromon features friendly vendors who are true masters of their craft. This must-visit spot in Osaka is renowned as the nation’s kitchen, and we have close connections with the best stall owners, ensuring an authentic and unforgettable experience. We can also customize some dishes to suit your preferences. Osaka Food Tours, Inc.

Location
Nippombashi Station
The EXACT location is: Nipponbashi station, exit 6, top of the stairs (street level). This is a good link: https://goo.gl/maps/ewn4X54SoJzTrNwQ6
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kevin_m
Aug 2, 2024
Hikaru was an amazing guide for a great tour! - Fantastic tour! Hikaru was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and patient. He even added on a couple of additional food samples based on our interests. The market was amazing but having a guide like Hikaru to help you know what is authentic versus touristy was all the difference. Highly recommend!!
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Hayleym115
Aug 2, 2024
Great afternoon - would definitely recommend - Great food tour! Really lovely variety of different seafood in the market and the perfect amount of food. Our guide Hikaru was so friendly and answered any questions we had. He was very adaptable and made sure any requests were met. Would definitely recommend!
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Nomad10595468133
Aug 2, 2024
Not to miss in Osaka! - Really interestig tour around the Kurumon market. Hikaru clearly knew his stuff and had a real passion for Japanese food and culture. The food was all delicious!
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Karendq7965bi
Jul 27, 2024
Foodies' delight - Bring your foodie sense of adventure. Mike gave us a fantastic tour of Kuromon. Lots of tips and insights into the market, Japanese food and Osaka/Japan in general. The tour provides the opportunity to taste a variety of foods - all were delicious. Great value for money. Loved the opportunity to try foods that I probably wouldn't have ordered. Would absolutely recommend if you want an introduction to traditional Osaka & Japanese food.
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Peterdp3454tg
Jul 27, 2024
Wonderful Kuromon Market experience - Mike conducted us on a very enjoyable afternoon tour of the Kuromon Market. His commentary and insights were interesting and informative. We really appreciated the opportunities provided for tasting much of the wonderful cuisine available at various market stalls. Thanks Mike for the great experience and we would highly recommend this tour to others.
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Adam
Jul 12, 2024
Fun fresh foods - The tour company somehow attracted a brilliant group of folks. The same had happened on a previous, night backstreet tour, which I would also recommend. The tour guide Adam was great fun and well spoken in English and Japanese. He gets you trying foods that you otherwise might not! It’s not too long distance wise and flat n easy on the feet. You can fit this tour in, with other things on a busy day in Osaka The food was fresh and fabulous. Just as we had hoped. I would really recommend this tour over others and congratulate management for an excellent product.
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Ksimpson223
Jul 12, 2024
Book This Tour - My family and I had a wonderful time on the Kuromon Market tour with Anna. The food was fabulous and the seafood was so fresh! We were very impressed with the high quality of food we sampled and we were very full by the end. Even our picky teenage son enjoyed the food. Anna had a great personality which took the tour up another notch! She was a wealth of knowledge and provided many insights we were unaware of before the tour. Overall, the experience was excellent and we 100% recommend this tour.
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Nataliagf4088yk
Jul 12, 2024
A must to discover the very best of Osaka’s fish market - "Anna's guided food tour at Kuromon Ichiba was an absolute delight! Her charm, deep knowledge, and genuine passion for Osaka cuisine shone through at every moment. We explored the market, where each food stand we visited was a treasure trove of flavors and history, lovingly run by local families. The portions were generous, and every bite was a taste sensation, showcasing the best of Osaka's culinary traditions. Anna's insights and anecdotes added an extra layer of richness to the experience, making it not just a meal, but a journey through the vibrant flavors of Kuromon Ichiba. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to discover the heart of Osaka's market cuisine!"
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Srnewjersey
Jul 1, 2024
Well-rounded food tour - Matthew did a great job taking us through the market to try a variety of sweet and savory bites. He was open to our pace and kept checking in on how full we were. I'd recommend this tour!
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Brielle_c
Jun 26, 2024
Exceeded Expectations - Amazing experience. The best part was our tour guide Anna who didn’t only provide us a tour of the market and the foods but also gave us insight into the local culture - where to go out to experience live music, how to say common phrases in the local dialect, and she had strong connections with the families running the food stalls. Anna made the experience feel immersive, enjoyable, and not overly touristy. We got more out of this tour than we expected. 10/10 thanks to Anna!
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