Exploring Osaka's Food Origins: A City Game Adventure
1hr
Itinerary
1 Chome-6 Dōtonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka
Originally built as a way to reach the nearby Ebisu Shrine, the Ebisubashi Bridge is also infamous for the curse it placed on the Hanshin Tigers baseball team. You'll need to look around and solve a challenge to move on to the next location while learning the story of this place.
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Kukuru, 1 Chome-6-12 Dōtonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka
Visit the Konamon Museum, a place where you can taste, learn about, and even make Takoyaki, Osaka's famous soul food. You'll need to look around and solve a challenge to move on to the next location while learning the story of this place.
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1 Chome-5-9 Dōtonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka
The Showa Taishu Horumon restaurant specializes in beef offal. You'll need to look around and solve a challenge to move on to the next location while learning the story of this place.
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1 Chome-2-16 Nanba, Chuo Ward, Osaka
Built in 1637, the Hozenji Temple pays tribute to Fudo Myoo, one of five Buddhist guardians. This area of Dotonbori was a thriving entertainment center in the 1600s, featuring kabuki and bunraku performances. You'll need to look around and solve a challenge to move on to the next location while learning the story of this place.
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1 Chome-12-10 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka
The National Bunraku Theater was established in 1984 as the Kansai region's home for Bunraku performances. Its main hall has 753 seats, and the small hall has 159 seats, used for traditional Japanese dance performances and other forms of drama. You'll need to look around and solve a challenge to move on to the next location while learning the story of this place.
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2 Chome-21 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka
Originally a fish market established in 1822 and officially recognized in 1902, Kuromon Market earned its name from the black gate of Enmyo Temple. The temple was located in the area until 1912, the last year of the Meiji Period. You'll need to look around and solve a challenge to move on to the next location while learning the story of this place.
2 Chome-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka
Namba Yasaka Shrine is believed to have been commissioned by Emperor Hanzei in honor of his father, Emperor Nintoku. Originally located in Kawachi Matsubara City, it was moved to its current location during Hideyoshi Toyotomi's construction of Osaka Castle. You'll need to look around and solve a challenge to move on to the next location while learning the story of this place.
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour is a city game that takes you on a journey to explore the history of Osaka and its delicious cuisine.
Yes, the tour involves walking around the city of Osaka and exploring different locations on foot.
Yes, you can book the tour at any time as it is available 24/7, every day of the week.
No, there is no physical tour guide included in this tour. However, the game provides instructions and challenges to guide you through the tour.
No, you do not need an internet connection to play the game as it can be played offline.
Explore the food origins of Osaka while playing a city game that takes you through the city's history. Visit iconic landmarks like Ebisubashi Bridge and Kuromon Market and discover the city's culinary treasures. The tour is available 24/7, and you can start at any time. With flexible options and challenges to complete, you can enjoy the tour at your own pace. Don't forget to try some of the peculiar dishes along the way and learn about the rituals at Japanese temples.
It was awesome. I learned a lot about Osaka's cuisine. I had a bit of trouble with one challenge. I think the one about comedy. No matter how much I glanced at the pictures or at the clue, I couldn't figure out where it said comedy. The rest of the game was worth it.
paulinette jaen quirindongo
January 17, 2024
Amazing experience
The route covers some of the most charming places in Osaka, and the storyline gives you fascinating insights into their history. Not to forget, it has very useful fun facts and tips for the rest of the trip.
Alexandra B
November 23, 2022
paulinette jaen quirindongo
January 17, 2024
Interesting Virtual Game
It was awesome. I learned a lot about Osaka's cuisine. I had a bit of trouble with one challenge. I think the one about comedy. No matter how much I glanced at the pictures or at the clue, I couldn't figure out where it said comedy. The rest of the game was worth it.
Alexandra B
November 23, 2022
Amazing experience
The route covers some of the most charming places in Osaka, and the storyline gives you fascinating insights into their history. Not to forget, it has very useful fun facts and tips for the rest of the trip.
