Hozenji Yokocho

Osaka Castle, Shitennoji Temple, Nara, and street food all feature on this 2-day itinerary.

Get off the beaten path in the ultramodern city of Osaka, and you’ll be rewarded with a rich cultural experience that's often missed by travelers.

Osaka's food culture can be summed up in one word: "kuidaore," which roughly translates as eat until you drop. Here’s what to know about the city's culinary scene