Excursion Teppanyaki demo & dinner tour at Osaka

Embrace the exquisite flavours of an authentic, Teppanyaki-style dinner during this savoury, half-day epicurean excursion and city tour.

Teppanyaki-Style Restaurant & Dinner

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to a Teppanyaki restaurant. Teppanyaki is a style of Japanese cuisine in which an iron griddle is utilised to cook food. The word ‘Teppanyaki’ is derived from ‘teppan’, which means iron plate, and ‘yaki,’ which means grilled, broiled, or pan-fried. On this tour, the chef cooks meats and vegetables for you and right in front of you. Upon arrival, you are welcomed and seated for your Teppanyaki-style meal, where the food is freshly-prepared in your presence and served on heated iron plates. After this delightful repast, re-board your coach for a short sightseeing tour of Osaka.

Tsutenkaku Tower, Panoramic Views, Osaka City, Awaji Island, Rokko and Ikoma Mountains

From your coach see the famous Tsutenkaku Tower, built in 1912 and modelled after the Eiffel Tower of Paris. At the time of its construction, the approximately 210-foot-high (about 64-metre-high) Tsutenkaku Tower was the tallest tower in Asia and a symbol of Osaka.  Rebuilt in 1956, the present-day, approximately 338-foot-high (about 103-metre-high) Tsutenkaku Tower offers sweeping panoramic vistas over Osaka City, Awaji Island, and the Rokko and Ikoma mountain ranges. Following your visit, re-board your coach and head to the Dotonbori District, located near Osaka’s city centre.

Dotonbori District

One of the symbols of Osaka and beloved by residents, Dotonbori is a dense area of restaurants and amusement spots located along the south bank of the Dotonbori Canal. Osaka is a food-lover's delight, and neon-lit Dotonbori offers hundreds of eateries. The area began as an entertainment district and still has Bunraku (puppet show) theatres, halls for Rakugo (comic story-telling) and, of course, movie theatres. The area is often featured in both domestic and foreign films, as it typifies the lively spirit of Osaka. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Osaka, Teppanyaki-Style Restaurant & Dinner, Tsutenkaku Tower, Panoramic Views, Osaka City, Awaji Island, Rokko & Ikoma Mountains, Dotombori Street & Canal

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 327 yards (about 300 metres), at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the restaurant; a lift is available at the restaurant. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but is not wheelchair-accessible. Guests are advised to wear smart-casual, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a sweater or light jacket, bottled water, and Japanese Yen or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Although credit cards are mostly accepted, Japanese Yen is required for any purchases; guests are advised to exchange money at the airport prior to the cruise. Proper attire is required to enter temples and shrines; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. Guests must be at least 12 years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 20 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Infrastructure in Osaka may be basic, and local conditions may be challenging; coaches, guides, hotels, restaurants, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other ports. Therefore, we urge flexibility and understanding as we visit unique, less-touristic destinations. The cost of providing a tour programme in this area is proportionately more expensive than in neighbouring regions, as vehicles and guides are brought in from the whole region. This may be reflected in the prices of the tours, and we thank you for your understanding. Additional food and beverages are available at the restaurant at each guest’s own expense. This tour is available in the evening only. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.