Guidebook for Miyakojima Ward, Osaka
Food Scene
Friendly and trendy, near the western edge of Ame-Mura, Absinthe serves fantastic cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks and juices and a rare (for Japan) Mediterranean menu (falafel, hummus and babaganoush, plus pastas and pizzas). It's a tad pricey, but you're paying for quality ingredients, stylish surrounds and laid-back atmosphere; sliding doors create a sidewalk cafe vibe, weather permitting. And, yes, it does serve absinthe. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/mediterranean/cafe-absinthe#ixzz4AU5B9W00
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Cafe ABSINTHE
1-chōme-2-27 KitahorieFriendly and trendy, near the western edge of Ame-Mura, Absinthe serves fantastic cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks and juices and a rare (for Japan) Mediterranean menu (falafel, hummus and babaganoush, plus pastas and pizzas). It's a tad pricey, but you're paying for quality ingredients, stylish surrounds and laid-back atmosphere; sliding doors create a sidewalk cafe vibe, weather permitting. And, yes, it does serve absinthe. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/mediterranean/cafe-absinthe#ixzz4AU5B9W00
There's a cheery bustle inside this hard-working kaiten-sushi restaurant in a prime Dōtombori location. Over 50 seats zigzag around counters where plates rotate, colour-coded by price and thoughtfully labelled in multiple languages. Non-sushi-eaters can get cooked foods including tori no karaage (fried chicken) and fried tuna. English-speaking staff help make sense of it all. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/sushi-sashimi/daiki-suisan#ixzz4AU5cUkzf
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Daiki-suisan kaitenzushi Dotombori
There's a cheery bustle inside this hard-working kaiten-sushi restaurant in a prime Dōtombori location. Over 50 seats zigzag around counters where plates rotate, colour-coded by price and thoughtfully labelled in multiple languages. Non-sushi-eaters can get cooked foods including tori no karaage (fried chicken) and fried tuna. English-speaking staff help make sense of it all. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/sushi-sashimi/daiki-suisan#ixzz4AU5cUkzf
On Hōzen-ji Yokochō, the minimalist atmosphere of this graceful shop lets you feast your eyes on kappō-ryōri : a multi-course chef-driven extravaganza artfully presented in gorgeous pottery that might come topped with a colourful leaf or water-misted for just the right sheen. Since peak seasonal ingredients change virtually daily, you may never have the same dish twice here. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/shoubentango-tei#ixzz4AU67FnTU
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正弁丹吾亭
1-chōme-7-12 DōtonboriOn Hōzen-ji Yokochō, the minimalist atmosphere of this graceful shop lets you feast your eyes on kappō-ryōri : a multi-course chef-driven extravaganza artfully presented in gorgeous pottery that might come topped with a colourful leaf or water-misted for just the right sheen. Since peak seasonal ingredients change virtually daily, you may never have the same dish twice here. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/shoubentango-tei#ixzz4AU67FnTU
In this country where seafood is sometimes eaten so fresh it's still moving, Zauo has tables on long 'fishing boats' over tanks where patrons fish for their own dinner. If you're lucky enough to hook something, there's celebratory drumming and your fish is whisked away to be prepared how you like (priced according to the type of fish). Alternatively, try an eight-piece sushi omakase nigiri , or a very tasty shio-yaki (salt-grilled) fish set from the menu. ¥300-per-person table charge. Reserve for a 'boat' table. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/seafood/zauo#ixzz4AU7IaEBV
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Zauo Fishing Restaurant
1-chōme-1-13 NipponbashiIn this country where seafood is sometimes eaten so fresh it's still moving, Zauo has tables on long 'fishing boats' over tanks where patrons fish for their own dinner. If you're lucky enough to hook something, there's celebratory drumming and your fish is whisked away to be prepared how you like (priced according to the type of fish). Alternatively, try an eight-piece sushi omakase nigiri , or a very tasty shio-yaki (salt-grilled) fish set from the menu. ¥300-per-person table charge. Reserve for a 'boat' table. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/seafood/zauo#ixzz4AU7IaEBV
Two storeys undergroud and three decades old, this shop is cramped and workmanlike, but locals queue for udon noodles made before your eyes. Cold noodles are the specialty; try refreshing namajoyu (with ground daikon radish and sudachi lime; ¥600) or tenzaru (with tempura; ¥1100). Order from the picture menu, and get hand-gesture eating instructions from the owner. Avoid weekdays between noon and 1pm, when the office-worker lunch crowd descends. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/noodles/umeda-hagakure#ixzz4AU7XNk22
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Umeda Hagakure
Two storeys undergroud and three decades old, this shop is cramped and workmanlike, but locals queue for udon noodles made before your eyes. Cold noodles are the specialty; try refreshing namajoyu (with ground daikon radish and sudachi lime; ¥600) or tenzaru (with tempura; ¥1100). Order from the picture menu, and get hand-gesture eating instructions from the owner. Avoid weekdays between noon and 1pm, when the office-worker lunch crowd descends. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/noodles/umeda-hagakure#ixzz4AU7XNk22
This popular restaurant in the Ohatsutenjin-dōri arcade serves up that great Osaka favourite, okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes), cooked on a griddle before you. There are lots to choose from the picture menu, including veg options, but the tokusen mikkusu yaki (mixed okonomiyaki with fried pork, shrimp and squid; ¥1080) is a classic. Look for red and white signage out front. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/yukari#ixzz4AU7hHpaM
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Yukari Sonezaki honten
2-chōme-14-13 SonezakiThis popular restaurant in the Ohatsutenjin-dōri arcade serves up that great Osaka favourite, okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes), cooked on a griddle before you. There are lots to choose from the picture menu, including veg options, but the tokusen mikkusu yaki (mixed okonomiyaki with fried pork, shrimp and squid; ¥1080) is a classic. Look for red and white signage out front. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/yukari#ixzz4AU7hHpaM
At this adorable, all-vegan, mostly organic restaurant, lunch might be Indian curry or brown rice risotto, while dinner gets more Japanese-fusion with dishes like hijiki (sea green) samosas, shiitake mushroom cutlets, and pasta with dried tofu, shiitake , onion, shiso leaves and walnut and garlic sauce. From the cafe menu, try smoothies, coffees and tofu cheesecake. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/vegetarian-vegan/le-coccole#ixzz4AU7w7Y5n
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Le Coccole
3-chōme-4-1 KitakyūhōjimachiAt this adorable, all-vegan, mostly organic restaurant, lunch might be Indian curry or brown rice risotto, while dinner gets more Japanese-fusion with dishes like hijiki (sea green) samosas, shiitake mushroom cutlets, and pasta with dried tofu, shiitake , onion, shiso leaves and walnut and garlic sauce. From the cafe menu, try smoothies, coffees and tofu cheesecake. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/vegetarian-vegan/le-coccole#ixzz4AU7w7Y5n
A peaceful retreat from the busy streets of Shinsaibashi, this welcoming Osaka landmark serves udon noodles, hearty nabe (cast-iron pot) dishes, and shabu-shabu (thin slices of meat and vegetables cooked in a broth and dipped in sauce) for reasonable prices. Look for the traditional three-storey wooden building with sliding-door entrance, just north of the corner. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/noodles/nishiya#ixzz4AU88f4xz
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Nishiya Honten
Higashishinsaibashi-1 Chome-18 Chuo WardA peaceful retreat from the busy streets of Shinsaibashi, this welcoming Osaka landmark serves udon noodles, hearty nabe (cast-iron pot) dishes, and shabu-shabu (thin slices of meat and vegetables cooked in a broth and dipped in sauce) for reasonable prices. Look for the traditional three-storey wooden building with sliding-door entrance, just north of the corner. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/noodles/nishiya#ixzz4AU88f4xz
The name means 'chicken nobility', but prices at this popular Osaka-based yakitori chain are decidedly for regular folk. Look for the yellow and red sign and the number 280 (the price of all the generously portioned grilled skewers, plus tax), then climb the narrow stairs to the dining room with booths separated by untreated wood slats, and streaming J-pop hits. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/tori-kizoku#ixzz4AU8SfkLA
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Torikizoku America-mura
1-chōme-8-15 NishishinsaibashiThe name means 'chicken nobility', but prices at this popular Osaka-based yakitori chain are decidedly for regular folk. Look for the yellow and red sign and the number 280 (the price of all the generously portioned grilled skewers, plus tax), then climb the narrow stairs to the dining room with booths separated by untreated wood slats, and streaming J-pop hits. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/tori-kizoku#ixzz4AU8SfkLA
Beneath the massive green dragon, this indoor-outdoor spot offers house-made noodles and a front-row seat to the Dōtombori scene. Purchase a ticket from a machine, sit at a low table on a tatami platform, top your noodle soup with kimchi , garlic or marinated green onion, and slurp away. Don't linger too long, as there always seems to be a queue. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/noodles/kinryu-ramen#ixzz4AU94xHXY
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Kinryu Ramen Midosuji
1-chōme-7-13 NanbaBeneath the massive green dragon, this indoor-outdoor spot offers house-made noodles and a front-row seat to the Dōtombori scene. Purchase a ticket from a machine, sit at a low table on a tatami platform, top your noodle soup with kimchi , garlic or marinated green onion, and slurp away. Don't linger too long, as there always seems to be a queue. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/noodles/kinryu-ramen#ixzz4AU94xHXY
This large, comfortable hipster cafe in Ame-Mura serves good coffee, drinks and eclectic light meals: pastas, sandwiches, salads, soy-milk-based French toast, sausage and cabbage burrito, and tuna & avocado rice bowls. It's all amid modernist decor with big windows for people watching and a few iPads for guest use. Downside: can be a bit smoky. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/cafe/planet-3rd#ixzz4AU9aHiLU
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Planet37
2-2-道頓堀 中央区This large, comfortable hipster cafe in Ame-Mura serves good coffee, drinks and eclectic light meals: pastas, sandwiches, salads, soy-milk-based French toast, sausage and cabbage burrito, and tuna & avocado rice bowls. It's all amid modernist decor with big windows for people watching and a few iPads for guest use. Downside: can be a bit smoky. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/cafe/planet-3rd#ixzz4AU9aHiLU
For a break from Japanese food, stop at this casual, foreigner-friendly joint. Pizza lunch sets are especially good value, but there are also calzones, wraps, bagels, desserts, bubble teas and brunch-time pancakes, plus poutine (a Montreal specialty of fries topped with gravy and more, courtesy of the Canadian owners), and cocktails. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/cafe/slices-bar-cafe#ixzz4BQcTOEVV
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Slices
2-chōme-3-21 NishishinsaibashiFor a break from Japanese food, stop at this casual, foreigner-friendly joint. Pizza lunch sets are especially good value, but there are also calzones, wraps, bagels, desserts, bubble teas and brunch-time pancakes, plus poutine (a Montreal specialty of fries topped with gravy and more, courtesy of the Canadian owners), and cocktails. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/cafe/slices-bar-cafe#ixzz4BQcTOEVV
If you've never tried Japanese-style curry rice, this restaurant on a quiet Ame-Mura sidestreet is a good place to get acquainted with its warm, saucy charms. Choose from tomato-, beef- or chicken-based curries and a variety of toppings (¥50 to ¥330), amid simple but modern decor. You can even get yours with genmai (brown rice). Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/shinsaibashi-madras-5#ixzz4BQciwZP2
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心斎橋マドラス５
If you've never tried Japanese-style curry rice, this restaurant on a quiet Ame-Mura sidestreet is a good place to get acquainted with its warm, saucy charms. Choose from tomato-, beef- or chicken-based curries and a variety of toppings (¥50 to ¥330), amid simple but modern decor. You can even get yours with genmai (brown rice). Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/shinsaibashi-madras-5#ixzz4BQciwZP2
At the main branch of this Osaka institution, a large dining hall serves a wide variety of set-course meals and sushi (à la carte or in sets), offering traditional, quality ingredients at a reasonable price. It's on the street along the west side of Hankyū Umeda Station. Look for the logo of the guy wearing a headband. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/ganko-umeda-honten#ixzz4BQd4jncK
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Japanese food GANKO sushi Umeda Honten
At the main branch of this Osaka institution, a large dining hall serves a wide variety of set-course meals and sushi (à la carte or in sets), offering traditional, quality ingredients at a reasonable price. It's on the street along the west side of Hankyū Umeda Station. Look for the logo of the guy wearing a headband. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/ganko-umeda-honten#ixzz4BQd4jncK
This long-running Thai place serves fairly authentic versions of the standard favourites like green curry and tom yum kung, and does a great-value lunch buffet. Tables at the back have views of the canal. Look for the small English sign a couple of buildings past the giant crab – Krungtep is in the basement. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/thai/krungtep#ixzz4BQe6NCkx
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クンテープ 道頓堀本店
1-chōme-6-14 DōtonboriThis long-running Thai place serves fairly authentic versions of the standard favourites like green curry and tom yum kung, and does a great-value lunch buffet. Tables at the back have views of the canal. Look for the small English sign a couple of buildings past the giant crab – Krungtep is in the basement. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/thai/krungtep#ixzz4BQe6NCkx
This casual pizzeria has an open kitchen with a large brick oven, so you can see the delicious thin-crust pizzas being prepared. Staff are enthusiastic and there's an interesting menu (in Japanese and Italian) of mostly pizzas but also antipasto and desserts. Smoking only on the outdoor terrace. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/italian/cuorerudino-pizzeria#ixzz4BQeKoHyS
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Cuorerudino
1-chōme-14-26 MinamihorieThis casual pizzeria has an open kitchen with a large brick oven, so you can see the delicious thin-crust pizzas being prepared. Staff are enthusiastic and there's an interesting menu (in Japanese and Italian) of mostly pizzas but also antipasto and desserts. Smoking only on the outdoor terrace. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/italian/cuorerudino-pizzeria#ixzz4BQeKoHyS
This excellent tempura specialist in the Hilton Plaza packs 'em in at lunchtime. At lunch try the ebishio-tendon (shrimp tempura over rice; ¥880) and at dinner try the tempura course (¥5250). Take the escalator to the B2 floor, go right and look for the small English sign. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/shinkiraku#ixzz4BQea8amg
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This excellent tempura specialist in the Hilton Plaza packs 'em in at lunchtime. At lunch try the ebishio-tendon (shrimp tempura over rice; ¥880) and at dinner try the tempura course (¥5250). Take the escalator to the B2 floor, go right and look for the small English sign. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/japanese/shinkiraku#ixzz4BQea8amg
A handy Ame-Mura location, an intimate space with art-filled walls and streetside tables, friendly service, live jazz some Sundays and, importantly, good coffee, panini and salumi – for a relaxed lunchtime or evening pit stop. Alcohol is also served. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/cafe/banco#ixzz4BQf743pA
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BANCO
1-chōme-9-26 NishishinsaibashiA handy Ame-Mura location, an intimate space with art-filled walls and streetside tables, friendly service, live jazz some Sundays and, importantly, good coffee, panini and salumi – for a relaxed lunchtime or evening pit stop. Alcohol is also served. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/cafe/banco#ixzz4BQf743pA
This organic all-you-can-eat restaurant serves mostly Japanese cuisine with a focus on seasonal foods and vegetable dishes. The 'drink bar' is an additional ¥214, and there's a discount for children. If you go at lunchtime, be prepared to sit in line. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/buffet-self-serve/sai-ji-ki#ixzz4BQfLUFS3
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SAIJIKI
This organic all-you-can-eat restaurant serves mostly Japanese cuisine with a focus on seasonal foods and vegetable dishes. The 'drink bar' is an additional ¥214, and there's a discount for children. If you go at lunchtime, be prepared to sit in line. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/buffet-self-serve/sai-ji-ki#ixzz4BQfLUFS3
Located in Tempōzan Marketplace, next to Osaka Aquarium, this faux 1960s-nostalgic food court has stalls selling Osaka specialities. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/street-food-hawkers/naniwa-kuishinbo-yokocho#ixzz4BQhEFBD3
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Naniwa Kuishinbo Yokocho
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriLocated in Tempōzan Marketplace, next to Osaka Aquarium, this faux 1960s-nostalgic food court has stalls selling Osaka specialities. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/street-food-hawkers/naniwa-kuishinbo-yokocho#ixzz4BQhEFBD3
Station-side branch of this well-known local sushi chain that does kaiten-sushi (conveyor-belt sushi). Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/sushi-sashimi/kaiten-sushi-ganko#ixzz4BQi3krXr
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回転寿司がんこ
3-chōme-1-1 UmedaStation-side branch of this well-known local sushi chain that does kaiten-sushi (conveyor-belt sushi). Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/restaurants/sushi-sashimi/kaiten-sushi-ganko#ixzz4BQi3krXr
Drinks & Nightlife
Imagine a storeroom crammed with old records, CDs, worn-out knick-knacks and random ornaments. Then imagine a bar in the middle of it. That's kind of what to expect at this tiny, quirky place, where you'll be heartily welcomed by the long-haired owner as he spins folk-rock tunes on the record player and serves drinks and snacks. There's an English sign out front. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/folk-rock-bar-phoebe#ixzz4BQowy2Sz
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Folk Rock Bar "Phoe～be"
Nishishinsaibashi-2-chōme-7 Chuo WardImagine a storeroom crammed with old records, CDs, worn-out knick-knacks and random ornaments. Then imagine a bar in the middle of it. That's kind of what to expect at this tiny, quirky place, where you'll be heartily welcomed by the long-haired owner as he spins folk-rock tunes on the record player and serves drinks and snacks. There's an English sign out front. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/folk-rock-bar-phoebe#ixzz4BQowy2Sz
In the shadow of the Umeda Sky Building, this bar/bottle shop specialises in local and worldwide craft beers. Order and enjoy around the counter, or climb the narrow stairs to a simple white-walled room. From Osaka or Umeda stations' north exits, take the underground passage toward Umeda Sky Building, and turn left. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/craft-beer-base#ixzz4BQp9yME2
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CRAFT BEER BASE BUD
1-chōme-3-1 UmedaIn the shadow of the Umeda Sky Building, this bar/bottle shop specialises in local and worldwide craft beers. Order and enjoy around the counter, or climb the narrow stairs to a simple white-walled room. From Osaka or Umeda stations' north exits, take the underground passage toward Umeda Sky Building, and turn left. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/craft-beer-base#ixzz4BQp9yME2
With city lights spread beneath you like a twinkling carpet, views are extraordinary from this chichi bar-restaurant. Drinks start at ¥1150, and there are Italian dishes like the namesake pizza with mascarpone, prawns, mushroom and black truffle (¥2850). Enter the hotel from above Nankai Namba Station. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/tavola-36#ixzz4BQpjG9Fa
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TAVOLA36
5-chōme-1-60 NanbaWith city lights spread beneath you like a twinkling carpet, views are extraordinary from this chichi bar-restaurant. Drinks start at ¥1150, and there are Italian dishes like the namesake pizza with mascarpone, prawns, mushroom and black truffle (¥2850). Enter the hotel from above Nankai Namba Station. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/tavola-36#ixzz4BQpjG9Fa
This is one of the oldest Irish-style pubs in Japan, and a good place to rub shoulders with expats and Japanese, enjoy free live music, catch sports matches, and, of course, have a pint. It's on the 6th floor of a futuristic building with what looks like a rocket on the front. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/murphy-s#ixzz4BQqDAu4v
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Murphys Bar
Shinsaibashisuji-1-chōme-5 Chuo WardThis is one of the oldest Irish-style pubs in Japan, and a good place to rub shoulders with expats and Japanese, enjoy free live music, catch sports matches, and, of course, have a pint. It's on the 6th floor of a futuristic building with what looks like a rocket on the front. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/murphy-s#ixzz4BQqDAu4v
In Umeda's Ohatsutenjin-dōri arcade, have a Guinness or two and relax in the friendly atmosphere of this Irish-style pub, well liked among local expats and Japanese for after-work drinks and the free live music on weekends. There's a sign at street level. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/blarney-stone#ixzz4BQqTobSX
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The Blarney Stone
2-chōme-10-15 SonezakiIn Umeda's Ohatsutenjin-dōri arcade, have a Guinness or two and relax in the friendly atmosphere of this Irish-style pub, well liked among local expats and Japanese for after-work drinks and the free live music on weekends. There's a sign at street level. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/blarney-stone#ixzz4BQqTobSX
Zerro has a good range of drinks and food, energetic bilingual bartenders, and a street-level location ideal for a spot of people-watching. Come early for relaxed drinks and conversation; come late on the weekend for DJs, dancing and a lively crowd. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/zerro#ixzz4BQqjCJYX
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Zerro
2-chōme-3-2 ShinsaibashisujiZerro has a good range of drinks and food, energetic bilingual bartenders, and a street-level location ideal for a spot of people-watching. Come early for relaxed drinks and conversation; come late on the weekend for DJs, dancing and a lively crowd. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/zerro#ixzz4BQqjCJYX
Serving the music-loving community since 1995, Rock Rock has a history of hosting after parties for international acts and attracting celeb visitors. Regular events with a modest cover charge showcase some of Osaka's finest rock DJs (and famous guests). Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/rock-rock#ixzz4BQrAawel
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ロックロック
Serving the music-loving community since 1995, Rock Rock has a history of hosting after parties for international acts and attracting celeb visitors. Regular events with a modest cover charge showcase some of Osaka's finest rock DJs (and famous guests). Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/rock-rock#ixzz4BQrAawel
This popular, dimly lit bar in the Kita-Shinchi district is a short walk from JR Osaka Station and draws a good crowd of expats and Japanese. Among other bar-menu standards, they do a good burger with chunky fries, and you can get a meat pie. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/captain-kangaroo#ixzz4BQs3EyZ1v
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Captain Kangaroo
1-chōme-5-20 SonezakishinchiThis popular, dimly lit bar in the Kita-Shinchi district is a short walk from JR Osaka Station and draws a good crowd of expats and Japanese. Among other bar-menu standards, they do a good burger with chunky fries, and you can get a meat pie. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/captain-kangaroo#ixzz4BQs3EyZ1v
The name is Italian for '500', appropriate since everything at this cosy bar costs ¥500. There's a hearty selection of food and the impressively extensive martini menu. It's not far from the corner of Sakai-suji; look for the 5 in a red circle. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/cinquecento#ixzz4BQsDxIXC
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CinqueCento
2-chōme-1-10 HigashishinsaibashiThe name is Italian for '500', appropriate since everything at this cosy bar costs ¥500. There's a hearty selection of food and the impressively extensive martini menu. It's not far from the corner of Sakai-suji; look for the 5 in a red circle. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/cinquecento#ixzz4BQsDxIXC
In the warren of tiny bars of the Dōyama-chō, east of Osaka Station, gay men have been coming to this subtly stylish spot since 1993. There's no cover, reasonably priced drinks, and a warm welcome to locals and visitors alike. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/g-physique#ixzz4BQsXafJa
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G Physique Osaka
8-23 DōyamachōIn the warren of tiny bars of the Dōyama-chō, east of Osaka Station, gay men have been coming to this subtly stylish spot since 1993. There's no cover, reasonably priced drinks, and a warm welcome to locals and visitors alike. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/g-physique#ixzz4BQsXafJa
Sightseeing
Opened in 1993 and named one of the world's top 20 buildings, the Sky Building resembles a 40-storey, space-age Arc de Triomphe. Twin towers are connected at the top by a 'floating garden' (really a garden-free observation deck) with breathtaking 360-degree city views day or night. Getting there is half the fun – an escalator in a see-through tube takes you up the last five storeys, between the towers (not for vertigo sufferers). The architect, Hara Hiroshi, also designed Kyoto Station . The building is reached via an underground passage, a short walk north of Osaka and Umeda stations. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/umeda-sky-building#ixzz4ATtBh
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Kuchu Teien Observatorium
1-chōme-1-88 ŌyodonakaOpened in 1993 and named one of the world's top 20 buildings, the Sky Building resembles a 40-storey, space-age Arc de Triomphe. Twin towers are connected at the top by a 'floating garden' (really a garden-free observation deck) with breathtaking 360-degree city views day or night. Getting there is half the fun – an escalator in a see-through tube takes you up the last five storeys, between the towers (not for vertigo sufferers). The architect, Hara Hiroshi, also designed Kyoto Station . The building is reached via an underground passage, a short walk north of Osaka and Umeda stations. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/umeda-sky-building#ixzz4ATtBh
Dedicated to Shintō deities of the sea and sea travel, this graceful shrine was founded in the early 3rd century and is considered the headquarters for all Sumiyoshi shrines in Japan. The buildings are faithful replicas of the ancient originals, with a couple that date back to 1810, and grounds are crisscrossed by a tree- and lantern-lined waterway spanned by a bright orange drum bridge. It's a rare Shintō shrine that predates the influence of Chinese Buddhist architectural styles. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/religious/sumiyoshi-taisha#ixzz4ATtha0qs
Nagaocho
Dedicated to Shintō deities of the sea and sea travel, this graceful shrine was founded in the early 3rd century and is considered the headquarters for all Sumiyoshi shrines in Japan. The buildings are faithful replicas of the ancient originals, with a couple that date back to 1810, and grounds are crisscrossed by a tree- and lantern-lined waterway spanned by a bright orange drum bridge. It's a rare Shintō shrine that predates the influence of Chinese Buddhist architectural styles. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/religious/sumiyoshi-taisha#ixzz4ATtha0qs
After unifying Japan in the late 16th century, General Toyotomi Hideyoshi built this castle (1583) as a display of power, using, it's said, the labour of 100,000 workers. Although the present structure is a 1931 concrete reconstruction (refurbished 1997), it's nonetheless quite a sight, looming dramatically over the surrounding park and moat. Inside is an excellent collection of art, armour, and day-to-day implements related to the castle, Hideyoshi and Osaka. An 8th-floor observation deck has 360-degree views. Hideyoshi's original granite structure was said to be impregnable, yet it was destroyed in 1614 by the armies of Tokugawa Ieyasu , rebuilt 15 years later, then razed again when anothe
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Osakajo
Osakajo Chuo WardAfter unifying Japan in the late 16th century, General Toyotomi Hideyoshi built this castle (1583) as a display of power, using, it's said, the labour of 100,000 workers. Although the present structure is a 1931 concrete reconstruction (refurbished 1997), it's nonetheless quite a sight, looming dramatically over the surrounding park and moat. Inside is an excellent collection of art, armour, and day-to-day implements related to the castle, Hideyoshi and Osaka. An 8th-floor observation deck has 360-degree views. Hideyoshi's original granite structure was said to be impregnable, yet it was destroyed in 1614 by the armies of Tokugawa Ieyasu , rebuilt 15 years later, then razed again when anothe
Japan's tallest building (300m, 60 storeys), this Cesar Pelli–designed tower opened in March 2014 and dominates Osaka's southern skyline, offering sweeping city views. It houses Japan's largest department store (Kintetsu, floors B2-14), other shops, a hotel, offices, restaurants and observation decks. Admission is free except for the top-level Harukas 300 observation deck and the Abeno Harukas Art Museum , where temporary shows so far have encompassed Renaissance painting to tantric Buddhist artifacts. Although Abeno Harukas is Japan's tallest building, the tallest structure is Tokyo Sky Tree , at 634m. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/abeno-haruk
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Abeno Harukas
1-chōme-1-43 AbenosujiJapan's tallest building (300m, 60 storeys), this Cesar Pelli–designed tower opened in March 2014 and dominates Osaka's southern skyline, offering sweeping city views. It houses Japan's largest department store (Kintetsu, floors B2-14), other shops, a hotel, offices, restaurants and observation decks. Admission is free except for the top-level Harukas 300 observation deck and the Abeno Harukas Art Museum , where temporary shows so far have encompassed Renaissance painting to tantric Buddhist artifacts. Although Abeno Harukas is Japan's tallest building, the tallest structure is Tokyo Sky Tree , at 634m. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/abeno-haruk
Founded 593, Shitennō-ji is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, although only the big stone torii (Shintō shrine gate) is original, the oldest of its kind in the country (1294). Shitennō-ji's best visited for the lovely strolling garden, Honbō Teien , just northeast of the main precincts. Otherwise, the grounds are a somewhat desolate expanse of raked gravel, but there's a five-storey pagoda, which (unusually) you can climb up. On the 21st and 22nd of each month is a very good flea market outside the temple, with antiques and secondhand goods, including old kimono. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/religious/shitenno-ji#ixzz4ATvDvWVE
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Shitennoji
1-chōme-1-11-18 ShitennōjiFounded 593, Shitennō-ji is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, although only the big stone torii (Shintō shrine gate) is original, the oldest of its kind in the country (1294). Shitennō-ji's best visited for the lovely strolling garden, Honbō Teien , just northeast of the main precincts. Otherwise, the grounds are a somewhat desolate expanse of raked gravel, but there's a five-storey pagoda, which (unusually) you can climb up. On the 21st and 22nd of each month is a very good flea market outside the temple, with antiques and secondhand goods, including old kimono. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/religious/shitenno-ji#ixzz4ATvDvWVE
Founded in the 10th century, this shrine is dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, the Shintō god of scholarship. The honden (main hall) and main gate were most recently rebuilt in 1845. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/religious/osaka-tenman-gu#ixzz4ATzwjGbq
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Osakatemmangu Station
Tenjinbashi-2-chōme-5 Kita WardFounded in the 10th century, this shrine is dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, the Shintō god of scholarship. The honden (main hall) and main gate were most recently rebuilt in 1845. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/religious/osaka-tenman-gu#ixzz4ATzwjGbq
The crusty, trusty, 103m-high steel-frame tower Tsūten-kaku - built 1912, rebuilt 1956 - is the central landmark of Shin-Sekai. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/tsuten-kaku#ixzz4AU0g7GE7
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Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-18-6 EbisuhigashiThe crusty, trusty, 103m-high steel-frame tower Tsūten-kaku - built 1912, rebuilt 1956 - is the central landmark of Shin-Sekai. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/tsuten-kaku#ixzz4AU0g7GE7
四天王寺 本坊
1-chōme-11-18 ShitennōjiLovely strolling garden just north of Shitennō-ji.
Among the biggest in the world, this 112m-high Ferris wheel offers unbeatable views of Osaka Bay and the seemingly endless Osaka/Kōbe conurbation. Give it a whirl at night to enjoy the vast carpet of lights. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/giant-ferris-wheel#ixzz4ATyh7gVF
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Riesenrad Tempozan
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriAmong the biggest in the world, this 112m-high Ferris wheel offers unbeatable views of Osaka Bay and the seemingly endless Osaka/Kōbe conurbation. Give it a whirl at night to enjoy the vast carpet of lights. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/architecture/giant-ferris-wheel#ixzz4ATyh7gVF
Also known as Osaka Dome, this futuristic stadium is home to the Orix Buffaloes baseball team and also hosts concerts, trade fairs and other events. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/sporting-venues/kyocera-osaka-dome#ixzz4AU0Es6ao
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Chiyozaki, 3 Chome−中２−１
Also known as Osaka Dome, this futuristic stadium is home to the Orix Buffaloes baseball team and also hosts concerts, trade fairs and other events. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/sporting-venues/kyocera-osaka-dome#ixzz4AU0Es6ao
Arts & Culture
Japan's best venue for the mesmerising art of bunraku , puppet theatre closely associated with Osaka. Performances can last all day, with two multiple-act parts up to 4½ hours each (acts are often unrelated). Too long? Nonreserved, same-day single-act tickets are sold at the venue from 9.45am, priced accordingly. Rent the English-language audio guide (full program/single act ¥700/300) for detailed explanations. Shows sell out quickly. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/national-bunraku-theatre#ixzz4BQoHjq7S
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National Bunraku Theater
1-chōme-12-10 NipponbashiJapan's best venue for the mesmerising art of bunraku , puppet theatre closely associated with Osaka. Performances can last all day, with two multiple-act parts up to 4½ hours each (acts are often unrelated). Too long? Nonreserved, same-day single-act tickets are sold at the venue from 9.45am, priced accordingly. Rent the English-language audio guide (full program/single act ¥700/300) for detailed explanations. Shows sell out quickly. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/national-bunraku-theatre#ixzz4BQoHjq7S
Reconstruction of Osaka's historic kabuki theatre, now a venue for plays, musicals, concerts and Japanese period dramas. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/shin-kabuki-za-theatre#ixzz4BR0a0B8c
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Shin Kabuki-za
6-chōme-5-13 UehonmachiReconstruction of Osaka's historic kabuki theatre, now a venue for plays, musicals, concerts and Japanese period dramas. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/entertainment-nightlife/other/shin-kabuki-za-theatre#ixzz4BR0a0B8c
Two subway stops from Umeda, this museum contains a life-sized reproduction of an 1830s Osaka neighbourhood: shophouses, drug stores, an old-style sentō (public bath) and more. Enhancing the Edo Period mood, lighting shifts between day and night, shops sell traditional toys and unique souvenirs, and for ¥200 visitors can rent kimono for photo-opps. Invest ¥100 in the English audio guide, since English signage is limited. The building is right behind as you exit the station. Just outside is lively Tenjinbashi-suji shopping street, which claims to be Japan's longest shopping street at 3km. Pick up an English-language guide at the museum or along the route. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.co
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Osaka Museum of Housing and Living
6-chōme-4-20 TenjinbashiTwo subway stops from Umeda, this museum contains a life-sized reproduction of an 1830s Osaka neighbourhood: shophouses, drug stores, an old-style sentō (public bath) and more. Enhancing the Edo Period mood, lighting shifts between day and night, shops sell traditional toys and unique souvenirs, and for ¥200 visitors can rent kimono for photo-opps. Invest ¥100 in the English audio guide, since English signage is limited. The building is right behind as you exit the station. Just outside is lively Tenjinbashi-suji shopping street, which claims to be Japan's longest shopping street at 3km. Pick up an English-language guide at the museum or along the route. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.co
Built above the ruins of Naniwa Palace (c 650), visible through the basement floor, this museum houses dramatically illuminated recreations of the old city and life-sized figures in the former palace court. There are also interesting early-20th-century displays, and great views of Osaka-jō. English explanations are pretty sparse, so rent an English-language audio guide (¥200). The museum is just southwest of the castle park, in a sail-shaped building adjoining the NHK Broadcast Center. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/osaka-museum-history#ixzz4ATwfXgDc
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Historisches Museum Osaka
4-chōme-1-32 ŌtemaeBuilt above the ruins of Naniwa Palace (c 650), visible through the basement floor, this museum houses dramatically illuminated recreations of the old city and life-sized figures in the former palace court. There are also interesting early-20th-century displays, and great views of Osaka-jō. English explanations are pretty sparse, so rent an English-language audio guide (¥200). The museum is just southwest of the castle park, in a sail-shaped building adjoining the NHK Broadcast Center. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/osaka-museum-history#ixzz4ATwfXgDc
This impressive museum houses regularly changing exhibitions of modern (post-1945) Japanese and international art. Also arresting is its underground construction by architect Cesar Pelli; it's like a submarine with walls over 3m thick with light that filters down through skylights above the lobby. The entrance is marked by a large sculpture of steel tubes above ground, said to resemble a butterfly. It's towards the western end of Naka-no-shima. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/national-museum-art-osaka#ixzz4ATx8recJ
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The National Museum of Art, Osaka
4-chōme-2-55 NakanoshimaThis impressive museum houses regularly changing exhibitions of modern (post-1945) Japanese and international art. Also arresting is its underground construction by architect Cesar Pelli; it's like a submarine with walls over 3m thick with light that filters down through skylights above the lobby. The entrance is marked by a large sculpture of steel tubes above ground, said to resemble a butterfly. It's towards the western end of Naka-no-shima. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/national-museum-art-osaka#ixzz4ATx8recJ
This museum has one of the world's finest collections of Chinese and Korean ceramics, with smaller galleries of Japanese ceramics and Chinese snuff bottles. At any one time, approximately 400 of the gorgeous pieces from the permanent collection are on display, and there are often special exhibits (with an extra charge). From the station, cross the river and go right, passing the Central Public Hall. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/museum-oriental-ceramics#ixzz4ATy4jOnV
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The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka
1-chōme-1-26 NakanoshimaThis museum has one of the world's finest collections of Chinese and Korean ceramics, with smaller galleries of Japanese ceramics and Chinese snuff bottles. At any one time, approximately 400 of the gorgeous pieces from the permanent collection are on display, and there are often special exhibits (with an extra charge). From the station, cross the river and go right, passing the Central Public Hall. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/museum-oriental-ceramics#ixzz4ATy4jOnV
This new museum features temporary shows, including, so far, Renaissance painting to tantric Buddhist artifacts. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/abeno-harukas-art-museum#ixzz4AU1VKd4D
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Abeno Harukas Art Museum
1-chōme-1-43 AbenosujiThis new museum features temporary shows, including, so far, Renaissance painting to tantric Buddhist artifacts. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/museums-galleries/abeno-harukas-art-museum#ixzz4AU1VKd4D
Shopping
A great starting point for fun, nontraditional, pop- and street-inspired mementos of your time in Japan. Village Vanguard bills itself as an 'exciting' bookstore, but there's much more to the story: between the cluttered book and magazine racks are offbeat gifts, from animal-shaped coat hooks to design-led T-shirts, mobile-phone cases, kitchen devices, hip-hop hats, shoulder bags, homewares and more. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/books/village-vanguard#ixzz4BQjAaH96
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Village Vanguard America Mura
1-chōme-10-28 NishishinsaibashiA great starting point for fun, nontraditional, pop- and street-inspired mementos of your time in Japan. Village Vanguard bills itself as an 'exciting' bookstore, but there's much more to the story: between the cluttered book and magazine racks are offbeat gifts, from animal-shaped coat hooks to design-led T-shirts, mobile-phone cases, kitchen devices, hip-hop hats, shoulder bags, homewares and more. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/books/village-vanguard#ixzz4BQjAaH96
Nominally a DIY and houseware chain, Tokyu Hands is Japan's favourite place to browse for items you probably didn't need but will end up loving. It's stacked floor upon floor with everything from obscure tools to design-forward lighting, clocks, curios and craft supplies, just for starters. There's a smaller branch in Umeda . Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/tokyu-hands-3-1231241#ixzz4BQkXDZnH
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東急ハンズ Tokyu Hands
1-chōme-8-3 ShinsaibashisujiNominally a DIY and houseware chain, Tokyu Hands is Japan's favourite place to browse for items you probably didn't need but will end up loving. It's stacked floor upon floor with everything from obscure tools to design-forward lighting, clocks, curios and craft supplies, just for starters. There's a smaller branch in Umeda . Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/tokyu-hands-3-1231241#ixzz4BQkXDZnH
A landmark market in a covered arcade is where the locals shop for fresh fish, meat, vegetables, pickles and more. In addition to fresh and prepared foods, some shops sell bentō and have lunch counters. It's one block east of Sakai-suji, about 10 minutes' walk from central Namba. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/markets-streets-arcades/kuromon-ichiba#ixzz4BQl09gte
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Kuromon Market
Nipponbashi-1-chōme-16 Chuo WardA landmark market in a covered arcade is where the locals shop for fresh fish, meat, vegetables, pickles and more. In addition to fresh and prepared foods, some shops sell bentō and have lunch counters. It's one block east of Sakai-suji, about 10 minutes' walk from central Namba. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/markets-streets-arcades/kuromon-ichiba#ixzz4BQl09gte
This new behemoth bookshop, the largest in Osaka, is the result of two book specialists joining forces. There's a big range of English-language books on the 6th floor, with travel guides on the 3rd floor. It's in the new Andō Tadao–designed Chaska Chayamachi building. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/books/maruzen-junkudo-umeda#ixzz4BQl9rU8z
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MARUZEN & JUNKUDO Umeda
7-20 ChayamachiThis new behemoth bookshop, the largest in Osaka, is the result of two book specialists joining forces. There's a big range of English-language books on the 6th floor, with travel guides on the 3rd floor. It's in the new Andō Tadao–designed Chaska Chayamachi building. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/books/maruzen-junkudo-umeda#ixzz4BQl9rU8z
Six floors of tech, gadgets and gizmos, three floors of fashion and a restaurant floor make this a prime destination east of Osaka Station. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/electronics/yodobashi-umeda-building#ixzz4BQmePW5V
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Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Umeda
1-1 ŌfukachōSix floors of tech, gadgets and gizmos, three floors of fashion and a restaurant floor make this a prime destination east of Osaka Station. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/electronics/yodobashi-umeda-building#ixzz4BQmePW5V
At 15 storeys above ground and two below, this massive department store anchors Osaka Station's southern side. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/daimaru-umeda#ixzz4BQn0C9ic
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Daimaru Museum Umeda
3-chōme-1-1 UmedaAt 15 storeys above ground and two below, this massive department store anchors Osaka Station's southern side. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/daimaru-umeda#ixzz4BQn0C9ic
In addition to men's and women's fashions, look for musical instruments and a large Tower Records store. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/nu-chayamachi#ixzz4BQnJ6z8L
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ＮＵ茶屋町
In addition to men's and women's fashions, look for musical instruments and a large Tower Records store. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/nu-chayamachi#ixzz4BQnJ6z8L
Youth-oriented, fashion-forward shopping and entertainment centre, topped with a bright red Ferris wheel. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/hep-five#ixzz4BQnSSYJw
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Hep Five
5-15 KakudachōYouth-oriented, fashion-forward shopping and entertainment centre, topped with a bright red Ferris wheel. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/shopping/department-store/hep-five#ixzz4BQnSSYJw
Entertainment & Activities
Modeled after sister parks in the USA, 'USJ' bursts with Hollywood movie-related rides, shows, shops and restaurants. Top billing goes to the new, ¥45 billion (!) Wizarding World of Harry Potter , a painstakingly recreated Hogsmeade Village (shop for magic wands, Gryffindor capes and butterbeer) plus the 'Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey' thrill ride through Hogwart's School. Wizarding World admission is by timed ticket. Other popular rides include Spider-Man . Leaflet maps and signage are in English, though narrations and entertainment are in Japanese. Long queues are common at the park's major venues (90 minutes is not unusual on the Harry Potter ride). To shorten waits, USJ offers a
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Universal Studios Japan
SakurajimaModeled after sister parks in the USA, 'USJ' bursts with Hollywood movie-related rides, shows, shops and restaurants. Top billing goes to the new, ¥45 billion (!) Wizarding World of Harry Potter , a painstakingly recreated Hogsmeade Village (shop for magic wands, Gryffindor capes and butterbeer) plus the 'Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey' thrill ride through Hogwart's School. Wizarding World admission is by timed ticket. Other popular rides include Spider-Man . Leaflet maps and signage are in English, though narrations and entertainment are in Japanese. Long queues are common at the park's major venues (90 minutes is not unusual on the Harry Potter ride). To shorten waits, USJ offers a
Kaiyūkan is easily one of the world's best aquariums. An 800m-plus walkway winds past displays of sea life from around the Pacific 'ring of fire': Antarctic penguins, coral-reef butterflyfish, unreasonably cute Arctic otters, Monterey Bay seals and unearthly jellyfish. Most impressive is the ginormous central tank, housing a whale shark, manta and thousands of other fish and rays. There are good English descriptions, but the audioguide (¥500) gives more detail. Expect lots of families and school groups. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/nature-wildlife/osaka-aquarium-kaiyukan#ixzz4ATtUuoA1
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Kaiyūkan is easily one of the world's best aquariums. An 800m-plus walkway winds past displays of sea life from around the Pacific 'ring of fire': Antarctic penguins, coral-reef butterflyfish, unreasonably cute Arctic otters, Monterey Bay seals and unearthly jellyfish. Most impressive is the ginormous central tank, housing a whale shark, manta and thousands of other fish and rays. There are good English descriptions, but the audioguide (¥500) gives more detail. Expect lots of families and school groups. Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/kansai/osaka/sights/nature-wildlife/osaka-aquarium-kaiyukan#ixzz4ATtUuoA1
Parks & Nature
Fumin no Mori Hoshida Park (府民の森 ほしだ園地) is a national park located in east Osaka near Nara prefecture. It takes about 1 hour from Osaka station (Central area of Osaka).
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https://jw-webmagazine.com/osakas-best-secret-spot-for-autumn-leaves-5ec1b26f309d
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Fumin no Mori Hoshida Park (府民の森 ほしだ園地) is a national park located in east Osaka near Nara prefecture. It takes about 1 hour from Osaka station (Central area of Osaka).
Read more:
https://jw-webmagazine.com/osakas-best-secret-spot-for-autumn-leaves-5ec1b26f309d