Backstreets Osaka Tours

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・Delve into a network of old, twisting, alleys full of charm & character

・Hear historic facts & encounters of a region controlled by the yakuza

・Venture into the intriguing ghetto area with a controversial past

・Explore a unique Taisho Era preserved historical red light district

・One hour at a traditional Izakaya, 5 dishes served. The “soul food” of Osaka dine

Urban exploration: abandoned warehouses and quaint run down houses

Learn about the Osakan night culture: off the beaten track best eateries, bars and pubs

Visit the dark, underground gambling dens:  Majong, Go & Shogi

Discuss about taboo issues eg. our homelessness crisis & shame

Red Light district: witness a region controlled by the infamous yakuza

See bizarre & retro only in Japan establishments. Quirks & superstitions

Traverse the unmissable winding, narrow back alleys nearby Namba

Set foot in Osaka’s most important, but unknown, shrine.

Discover & understand the shady runnings & loopholes of pachinko

Visit and hear the background of love hotels & its impact on society

What’s included

3 hour walking tour between 5.30pm – 8.30pm with your knowledgable English Speaking tour guide.

Must be 16 year or above to join this tour (due to content of tour)

Guided walking tour of the incredible backstreets of Osaka and Shinsekai including the ghetto, retro zone, yakuza stronghold, abandoned buildings area, red light district, illegal gambling dens and the neighbourhood alleyways.

Once lost in the alleys, taste test some authentic local japanese specialties at a street stall

With an additional fee: Eat at a very local Izakaya, 5 dishes will be on offer for each guest. Delicious, authentic Osakan food (includes desserts) at a family run restaurant

Important Points

Time:
5:30pm – 8:30pm

Arrival Time:
5:15pm

Meetin Point:
Daikokucho Station (top of the stairs of Exit 1)

Price:
No Dinner Option ¥7,200
With Dinner Option ¥9,700

Participation age:
16 years and older

Date:
Tours available 7 days a week

Extra Information

This is a night time tour, please check the weather and dress accordingly

If we need to cancel the tour due to weather, we will contact you 3 hours before the tour starts and refund your payment in full

You will be walking for around 3 hours on flat surfaces so please bring confortable walking shoes

Please arrive 10 minutes before starting time so that we can commence on time

Parts of this tour might not be suitable for children, please contact the team so we can give a private tour to accommodate for this.

Vegetarian options are available. Vegan options are not.

No alcholic drinks are provided on this tour but can be purchased at the restaurants

Meeting Point

Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, Daikokucho Station (top of the stairs of Exit 1)