Guidebook for Naniwa-ku, Ōsaka-shi
Food Scene
Local favorite that serves okonomiyaki, which is sometimes described as a "Japanese pizza"
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Chibo Okonomiyaki Restaurant
1-chōme-5-5 DōtonboriLocal favorite that serves okonomiyaki, which is sometimes described as a "Japanese pizza"
Osaka branch of the American chain restaurant. For comfort food and drink
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TGI Fridays
2-chōme-1-18 UmedaOsaka branch of the American chain restaurant. For comfort food and drink
Custom made fast sandwiches for those on the go and don't want to guess about their food
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サブウェイ 近鉄なんばビル店
4-chōme-1-17 NanbaCustom made fast sandwiches for those on the go and don't want to guess about their food
Indian restaurant Shama
1-chōme-3-7 KitahorieIndian vegetarian restaurant that also runs an NPO and orphanage in India
Cafe Atl - Vegan Restaurant
Vegan restaurant in Shinsaibashi
Another Osaka landmark for its "globefish" sign and its fish hotpots
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Dotombori Zaza
Another Osaka landmark for its "globefish" sign and its fish hotpots
Saeki
1-chōme-1-1-6 SonezakishinchiMichelin starred sushi
Popular place for the hometown food that defines Osaka, takoyaki.Basically, it is a deep fried octopus meat ball
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Sekai no Yamachan Umedahigashidori
1-14 DōyamachōPopular place for the hometown food that defines Osaka, takoyaki.Basically, it is a deep fried octopus meat ball
Kani Doraku Dotomborihigashi
1-chōme-1-3 DōtonboriIts moving crab sign is another Osaka landmark.
Drinks & Nightlife
GHOST ultra lounge
2-chōme-17-3 NishishinsaibashiChic newcomer to the Osaka party scene
Club Joule
2-chōme-11-7 NishishinsaibashiVeteran Osaka club that can host world class events
Shinsaibashi branch of the faux British pub chain in Japan. Popular with locals and expats
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HUB Shinsaibashi
2-chōme-6-14 ShinsaibashisujiShinsaibashi branch of the faux British pub chain in Japan. Popular with locals and expats
Nightclub popular with expats and locals for its late night all you can drink deals
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Pure Osaka
心斎橋筋-2-3 中央区Nightclub popular with expats and locals for its late night all you can drink deals
Sam and Dave One
2-chōme-7-20 HigashishinsaibashiLongtime staple of Osaka nightlife
Getting Around
Central rail hub for the Kansai region including Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe
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Osaka Station City
3-chōme-1-3 UmedaCentral rail hub for the Kansai region including Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe
Shin-Osaka Station
Nishinakajima-5-chōme-16 Yodogawa WardShinkansen bullet train hub and gateway to all of Japan
A two minute walk along one of the most famous promenades in Osaka leading to the Tsutenkaku Tower
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Ebisucho Station
Nipponbashi-5-chōme-5 Naniwa WardA two minute walk along one of the most famous promenades in Osaka leading to the Tsutenkaku Tower
Entertainment & Activities
Hollywood movie theme park. The Osaka branch usually has some attractions not present at other branches
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Universal Studios Japan
SakurajimaHollywood movie theme park. The Osaka branch usually has some attractions not present at other branches
Umeda Joypolis
5-15 KakudachōJapanese style huge arcade and game center
Osaka Tennoji Zoo
1-108 ChausuyamachōPeaceful oasis of fauna in the city
Essentials
Local favorite supermarket with rock bottom prices for value shoppers
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Super Tamade
1-chōme-12-10 ShimanouchiLocal favorite supermarket with rock bottom prices for value shoppers
Ikari Super JR Osaka
Umeda-3-chōme-1 Kita WardCentrally located food emporium
Has a good selection of imported items and food and cooking supplies
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Seijo Ishii Abeno Q's Mall
1-chōme-6-1 AbenosujiHas a good selection of imported items and food and cooking supplies
Shopping
Osaka landmark for its lit up Ferris wheel facade, Bargain central with just about anything you could need for Osakans and visitors alike
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Don Quijote Dotombori
7-13 SouemonchōOsaka landmark for its lit up Ferris wheel facade, Bargain central with just about anything you could need for Osakans and visitors alike
Venerable Osaka department store can meet most of your clothing and cosmetic needs
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Hankyu Umeda Honten
8-7 KakudachōVenerable Osaka department store can meet most of your clothing and cosmetic needs
Sightseeing
Tallest building in Japan with a great observation area. Also has many restaurants and shops
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Abeno Harukas
1-chōme-1-43 AbenosujiTallest building in Japan with a great observation area. Also has many restaurants and shops
At the end of the quirky Shinsekai street is this landmark tower. Used to be the second tallest building in Asia when built but has since been overshadowed by Abeno Harukas. Close to the condominium and a reminder of turn of the century Japan. The Billiken statue to good fortune is housed here.
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Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-18-6 EbisuhigashiAt the end of the quirky Shinsekai street is this landmark tower. Used to be the second tallest building in Asia when built but has since been overshadowed by Abeno Harukas. Close to the condominium and a reminder of turn of the century Japan. The Billiken statue to good fortune is housed here.
Its neon lined canyons have inspired movies from Blade Runner to Black Rain
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Shinsaibashi Shopping Street Promotion Association
2-chōme-2-22 ShinsaibashisujiIts neon lined canyons have inspired movies from Blade Runner to Black Rain
Dotonbori
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardAnother iconic Osaka street often used as a film backdrop