Guidebook for Osaka
Food Scene
The best and cheapest yakitori in town, all dishes 280yen, english menu available!
74 locals recommend
Torikizoku Daikokucho
2-chōme-2-8 ShikitsunishiThe best and cheapest yakitori in town, all dishes 280yen, english menu available!
The best conveyor belt sushi in town is a 3 minute walk from the apartment. Order from the electronic menu to sample a wide variety of sushi.
364 locals recommend
Kura Sushi
1-chōme-8-23 ShikitsuhigashiThe best conveyor belt sushi in town is a 3 minute walk from the apartment. Order from the electronic menu to sample a wide variety of sushi.
Shabu-shabu is a Japanese dish featuring thinly sliced beef boiled in water with vegetable and tofu, it's super tasty, very reasonably priced and so close by!
62 locals recommend
Kagonoya Daikokucho
2-chōme-6-16 ShikitsuhigashiShabu-shabu is a Japanese dish featuring thinly sliced beef boiled in water with vegetable and tofu, it's super tasty, very reasonably priced and so close by!
Kushikatsu is a Japanese dish of seasoned, skewered and grilled meat. This outlet serves up excellent fare at low prices, English menu available and friendly service.
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Kushikatsu is a Japanese dish of seasoned, skewered and grilled meat. This outlet serves up excellent fare at low prices, English menu available and friendly service.
Hands down, best ramen in Osaka. You may have to queue though! Very rich, thick broth is their specialty.
336 locals recommend
Muteppou Ramen
1-chōme-5-21 EbisuhonmachiHands down, best ramen in Osaka. You may have to queue though! Very rich, thick broth is their specialty.
Japanese curry differs wildly from other varieties. Coco Curry, a chain store, is by no means the best but it is easy to locate, cheap and will always provide a filling meal.
14 locals recommend
CoCo Ichibanya Naniwa-ku Daikokucho
1-chōme-9-3 ShikitsuhigashiJapanese curry differs wildly from other varieties. Coco Curry, a chain store, is by no means the best but it is easy to locate, cheap and will always provide a filling meal.
This beautiful Mediterranean fusion restaurant & bar is housed in Takashimaya's Namba Dining Mason restaurant complex, and offers delicious food in sumptuous surroundings.
27 locals recommend
Absinthe SOLAAR
5-chōme-1-18 NanbaThis beautiful Mediterranean fusion restaurant & bar is housed in Takashimaya's Namba Dining Mason restaurant complex, and offers delicious food in sumptuous surroundings.
If you're after a romantic meal, or just treating yourself to some quality food in a nice setting, then you can't do better than a riverside table at Moulin! A Japanese take on classic western fare.
79 locals recommend
MOULiN
1-chōme-5-26 MinamihorieIf you're after a romantic meal, or just treating yourself to some quality food in a nice setting, then you can't do better than a riverside table at Moulin! A Japanese take on classic western fare.
If you're hankering for a Burrito then look no further- El Zocalo has you covered. Very highly recommended!
12 locals recommend
El Zocalo Burrito
1-chōme-9-6 KitahorieIf you're hankering for a Burrito then look no further- El Zocalo has you covered. Very highly recommended!
Probably the best Vietnamese place in Osaka, great for lunch or dinner and at the right price! Also has English menus
25 locals recommend
Chaolua
1-chōme-14-1 MinamihorieProbably the best Vietnamese place in Osaka, great for lunch or dinner and at the right price! Also has English menus
Slices Bar and Grill is a Canadian owned cafe/ restaurant perfect for whiling away a lazy afternoon over a coffee, enjoying a slice of tasty pizza and also enjoy some poutine!
108 locals recommend
Slices
2-chōme-3-21 NishishinsaibashiSlices Bar and Grill is a Canadian owned cafe/ restaurant perfect for whiling away a lazy afternoon over a coffee, enjoying a slice of tasty pizza and also enjoy some poutine!
Yakiniku Goen Shinsaibashi (焼肉五苑西心斎橋店) offers delicious korean BBQ and cheap beers, all the touch of a button. Well worth a visit for dinner!
Yakiniku Goen Nishishinsaibashi
2-chōme-3-20 NishishinsaibashiYakiniku Goen Shinsaibashi (焼肉五苑西心斎橋店) offers delicious korean BBQ and cheap beers, all the touch of a button. Well worth a visit for dinner!
This restaurant serves up delicious Iranian food at reasonable prices, good for lunch or dinner. Also has shisha!
Hafez osaka Halal Restaurant in shinsaibashi dotonbori
1-chōme-2-14 KitahorieThis restaurant serves up delicious Iranian food at reasonable prices, good for lunch or dinner. Also has shisha!
One of our favourites, the friendly proprietor C.C whips up fantastic New Orleans creations- Gumbo, Jambalaya, Fried Catfish and so on. Super tasty!
Bistro New Orleans
1-chōme-15-10 KitahorieOne of our favourites, the friendly proprietor C.C whips up fantastic New Orleans creations- Gumbo, Jambalaya, Fried Catfish and so on. Super tasty!
Arts & Culture
A must try, this traditional Japanese hot spring is located adjacent to the apartment.
273 locals recommend
太平のゆ なんば店
2-chōme-2-8 ShikitsuhigashiA must try, this traditional Japanese hot spring is located adjacent to the apartment.
The Osaka Museum of Fine Art houses many artistic treasures and is situated in the grounds of Tennoji park, a short subway ride away from the apartment.
567 locals recommend
Osaka City Art Museum
The Osaka Museum of Fine Art houses many artistic treasures and is situated in the grounds of Tennoji park, a short subway ride away from the apartment.
Essentials
The closest supermarket to the apartment, Life, is under a minute's walk away and can provide you with daily necessities as well as having a pharmacy on the second floor.
206 locals recommend
Life Daikokucho
1-chōme-4-1 ShikitsunishiThe closest supermarket to the apartment, Life, is under a minute's walk away and can provide you with daily necessities as well as having a pharmacy on the second floor.
Entertainment & Activities
A great day out for all the family, especially as the new Harry Potter section has just opened!
4440 locals recommend
Universal Studios Japan
SakurajimaA great day out for all the family, especially as the new Harry Potter section has just opened!
A great place to take kids on a rainy day. Although lots of the exhibits are not in English, this fun four story building is filled with interactive displays which transcend the language barrier!
699 locals recommend
Osaka Science Museum
4-chōme-2-1 NakanoshimaA great place to take kids on a rainy day. Although lots of the exhibits are not in English, this fun four story building is filled with interactive displays which transcend the language barrier!
Our favourite park in Osaka, this little known spot has the best grass you'll find anywhere to sit by the river and chill out. There are also some nice cafes and restaurants nearby on the island.
504 locals recommend
Nakanoshima Rose Garden
Nakanoshima-1-chōme-1 Kita WardOur favourite park in Osaka, this little known spot has the best grass you'll find anywhere to sit by the river and chill out. There are also some nice cafes and restaurants nearby on the island.
Well manicured park in the heart of Osaka, with nice grassy areas and plenty of places to sit and take a breather from the hustle and bustle of the city.
461 locals recommend
Utsubo Park
2-chōme-1-4 UtsubohonmachiWell manicured park in the heart of Osaka, with nice grassy areas and plenty of places to sit and take a breather from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The Osaka Aquarium is a must see! Based around one of the world's largest tanks, it houses everything from tiny jellyfish to mammoth whale sharks!
1923 locals recommend
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriThe Osaka Aquarium is a must see! Based around one of the world's largest tanks, it houses everything from tiny jellyfish to mammoth whale sharks!
Shopping
The latest addition to the newly rebuilt Osaka station area, Grand Front Osaka houses hundreds of designer stores and fancy restaurants.
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The latest addition to the newly rebuilt Osaka station area, Grand Front Osaka houses hundreds of designer stores and fancy restaurants.
Located in the heart of Osaka's shopping district, Daimaru Shinsaibashi is conveniently located in a 1-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station. Stocks everything from luxury brands to casual styles.
7 locals recommend
BALENCIAGA
5-chōme-1-5 NanbaLocated in the heart of Osaka's shopping district, Daimaru Shinsaibashi is conveniently located in a 1-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station. Stocks everything from luxury brands to casual styles.
One of Japan's foremost department stores, this one also houses a food court which must be seen to be believed. Cosmetics, designer jewellery and the latest fashions are all to be found here.
1522 locals recommend
Nankai Electric Railway
One of Japan's foremost department stores, this one also houses a food court which must be seen to be believed. Cosmetics, designer jewellery and the latest fashions are all to be found here.
Namba Parks is the closest retail complex to the apartment, encompassing a wide range of stores, great restaurants and a cinema. Well worth a visit!
2406 locals recommend
Namba Parks
2-chōme-10-70 NanbanakaNamba Parks is the closest retail complex to the apartment, encompassing a wide range of stores, great restaurants and a cinema. Well worth a visit!
Everything Else
Transport hub for Osaka, and a key link to the airport. Also purchase Osaka Amazing Pass here, and find English tourist into on the first floor.
1522 locals recommend
Nankai Electric Railway
Transport hub for Osaka, and a key link to the airport. Also purchase Osaka Amazing Pass here, and find English tourist into on the first floor.
The closest station to the apartment, served by the Midosuji and Yotsubashi subway lines
221 locals recommend
Daikokucho Station
3-chōme-11-10 ShikitsuhigashiThe closest station to the apartment, served by the Midosuji and Yotsubashi subway lines
Drinks & Nightlife
By day a nice place to while away an afternoon over a nice lunch,a coffee or a shisha. By evening, this place transforms into a classy cocktail bar which is always humming with people.
189 locals recommend
Cafe ABSINTHE
1-chōme-2-27 KitahorieBy day a nice place to while away an afternoon over a nice lunch,a coffee or a shisha. By evening, this place transforms into a classy cocktail bar which is always humming with people.
One of the top rated Trip Advisor attractions in Osaka, this video game bar offers you the chance to relax and enjoy a few drinks while playing your favourite games on your favourite consoles!
131 locals recommend
PC and Retro Bar Space Station
2-chōme-13-3 NishishinsaibashiOne of the top rated Trip Advisor attractions in Osaka, this video game bar offers you the chance to relax and enjoy a few drinks while playing your favourite games on your favourite consoles!
L&L is a great place to enjoy a few drinks and a shisha in the daytime, and is usually hopping at night and at the weekends.
34 locals recommend
L&L
2-chōme-16-13 NishishinsaibashiL&L is a great place to enjoy a few drinks and a shisha in the daytime, and is usually hopping at night and at the weekends.