A+01Genrokuzushi DotomboriOsaka PrefectureDotonbori is Osaka's dazzling entertainment and gastronomic heart, famous for its vibrant neon lights, colossal animated billboards, and endless street food options. Visitors…View details
A02Bar AquavitOsaka Prefecture · BarBar Aquavit is a hidden speakeasy-style gem in the lively Shinsaibashi area of Osaka. Run by master bartender Hitomi for more than 28 years, the cozy bar offers a unique cocktail…$$$$$View details
A03Wanomiya Kobe BeefOsaka PrefectureAt Wanomiya Kobe Beef they serve steaks of genuine Kobe beef — raised according to strict, established rules. Prices range from $50 to $300 depending on the size of the steak.View details
A-04MuniOsaka PrefectureTake a break and refresh at Muni — it's an izakaya‑style bar, something like an Irish pub or a Spanish tapas bar.View details
B+05Ajinoya Namba Honten - Osaka's Famous Okonomiyaki RestaurantOsaka Prefecture · Casual DiningAjinoya Namba Honten is a Michelin Bib Gourmand okonomiyaki restaurant located in Osaka's Dotonbori district, renowned for serving some of the city's best savory pancakes. The…$$$$$View details
B-06Kani DorakuOsaka PrefectureKani Doraku specializes in crab dishes: crab soup costs ¥1,200, grilled crab ¥1,800, and crab rillettes ¥1,500.View details
B-07Osaka Shochikuza TheatreOsaka PrefectureA traditional kabuki theatre. Performances feature actors using elaborate makeup and costumes, and the shows combine dramatic acting with dance and singing. Tickets for…View details
C+09YaekatsuOsaka PrefectureThis area has an unusually large number of cafés serving kushikatsu — skewered meat and vegetables deep-fried in batter. Some places to try them are Kushikatsu Daruma, Tengu and…View details
C+10Kushikatsu Daruma - Shinsekai Main ShopOsaka PrefectureThis area has an unusually large number of cafés serving kushikatsu — skewered meat and vegetables deep-fried in batter. Some places to try them are Kushikatsu Daruma, Tengu and…View details
C+11TenguOsaka PrefectureThis area has an unusually large number of cafés serving kushikatsu — skewered meat and vegetables deep-fried in batter. Some places to try them are Kushikatsu Daruma, Tengu and…View details
C+12Cafe Elk - Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes in OsakaOsaka Prefecture · CaféElk is a popular pancake cafe in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka, specializing in Japanese soufflé pancakes. The pancakes generally receive positive reviews — described as fluffy…$$$$$View details
C+13Osaka OhshoOsaka PrefectureAt Osaka Ohsho try gyoza dumplings or fried rice with tofu and eel.View details
C+14Shinsaibashi-sujiOsaka PrefectureMerchants and shopkeepers have been established on Shinsaibashi‑suji since the 17th century, when a local merchant named Shinsai built a bridge connecting the new district with…View details
C+15Kushikatsu Daruma - Dobutsuen-maeOsaka PrefectureThis area is notable for its large number of cafés serving kushikatsu — skewers of meat and vegetables deep-fried in batter. Some places to try them are Kushikatsu Daruma, Tengu…View details
C16Kushikatsu Daruma - JanjanOsaka PrefectureThis area is notable for its large number of cafés serving kushikatsu — skewers of meat and vegetables deep-fried in batter. Some places to try them are Kushikatsu Daruma, Tengu…View details
C17Kushikatsu Daruma - TsutenkakuOsaka PrefectureThis area has an unusually large number of cafés serving kushikatsu — skewered meat and vegetables deep-fried in batter. Some places to try them are Kushikatsu Daruma, Tengu and…View details
C18Takohachi Dotonbori Main StoreOsaka PrefectureAt Takohachi Sohonten they make excellent takoyaki — balls of batter filled with octopus.View details
D19Jumbo-Tsuribune TsurikichiOsaka PrefectureYou can catch various fish and seafood and cook them yourself.View details