Eat & Drink
What you really want on a trip is the local food. We thoroughly cover the restaurants and food streets locals love, all visited in person! A collection of recommended spots well worth the trip.
At Osaka Iggy, a Michelin-listed 5-seat counter shop near Juso Station, savor revolutionary street food: takoyaki balls filled with premium wagyu beef sinew instead of octopus.
Experience TOMOYASU SEISAKUSYO CAFE & BAR ABENO in Osaka’s Abeno. Enjoy a unique dining experience within a historic building crafted by a renowned architect, where light and greenery fill the space. Savor stylish dishes and authentic burgers, ideal for gatherings and dates.
Experience Osaka's finest takoyaki at Takotsubo, a 5-time Michelin-listed restaurant. Savor perfectly tender octopus in silky batter, served with premium dashi broth. Advance reservation required for this culinary gem.
Craving authentic Osaka street food? Try Daruma's famous kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) at Shin-Osaka Station! Conveniently located inside the Shinkansen gate area, perfect for your final taste of Osaka.
Discover a versatile café just a 5-minute walk from Shimokitazawa Station. Perfect for remote work with free Wi-Fi and power outlets, or relax on comfy sofas. Enjoy artisanal burgers and premium steaks in a spacious, stylish interior.
Experience maSanicoffee at Sado Island's Ryotsu Port Terminal. Opening at 6:30 AM, perfect for early ferry travelers. Enjoy local Sado milk lattes and regional specialties in a modern cafe atmosphere.
Experience Osaka's unique culinary fusion at Michelin-listed Takoriki. Savor perfectly crafted takoyaki paired with champagne in this intimate 7-seat bar.
Experience tranquility at CRYDDERI CAFE, where Nordic aesthetics meet traditional Japanese architecture. Savor homemade lunch, cakes, and handcrafted goods in this charming century-old townhouse in Osaka's Karahori district.
Experience Naniwaya's revolutionary takoyaki in Osaka's Sumiyoshi area. Just 30 seconds from Nagai Station, this Michelin-featured shop serves incredibly creamy octopus balls with tender, minced octopus that melts in your mouth.
Experience nostalgic charm at Yamabiko Chaya, a retro eatery near Mt. Takao's summit. Enjoy comforting meals and breathtaking views in this 70-year-old mountain retreat, just an hour from Tokyo.