




Join a local guide for an evening exploring Osaka’s authentic drinking culture. Walk through the narrow backstreets of Ura Namba and visit several traditional tachinomi (standing bars) and local drinking spots. At each stop, enjoy one drink included in the experience, such as sake or another Japanese beverage, paired with local dishes or bar snacks. Your guide will introduce you to Japanese drinking customs, explain the food and drinks you try, and share the neighborhood’s favorite spots. The evening continues through the lively streets of Dotonbori, giving you a chance to experience Osaka’s famous nightlife atmosphere. Expect a casual and social experience with walking, standing at local bars, Japanese food, and several alcoholic drinks included throughout the tour.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $130.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Meet in Nippombashi and begin with a short introduction before heading into the hidden streets of Ura Namba for your first authentic tachinomi (standing bar) and drink.
Continue bar hopping through Ura Namba, visiting local favorites, enjoying another drink, and discovering Osaka's unique drinking culture.
Walk to Dotonbori for the final stop, soaking up the city's iconic neon atmosphere while enjoying one last drink before the tour ends.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3 Hour Local Osaka Bar Hopping Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $123 per person for this Osaka experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $130. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Your guide will be waiting for you at the designated exit of Nippombashi Station, holding a YMI Experience sign. We’ll send you clear meeting instructions before the tour so you can easily find your guide. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in ZH-TW, JA, EN, FR.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by YMI Experience.
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