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.
Discover the perfect ratio of Korean makgeolli and beer! We tested 10 popular beers including Asahi, Kirin, and Premium Malts to find the best combinations for this unique fusion drink.
Located in LUCUA OSAKA, this vibrant dining complex features 35 restaurants and bars. From trendy BARCHIKA to sophisticated FOOD HALL, explore diverse culinary experiences just steps from Osaka Station.
Experience the vibrant flavors of Osaka at Oishi Mono Yokocho, a modern dining destination directly connected to Umeda Station. Featuring 20 local restaurants serving everything from premium sushi to traditional yakitori, enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine and drinks from 11am daily.
Experience Osaka's newest culinary landmark at Barchica 03. Steps from JR Osaka Station, featuring 50 exceptional restaurants, panoramic city views, and diverse dining options from casual cafes to world-class venues.
Experience Maneki no Ekisoba, Himeji's iconic noodle dish served at Himeji Station since 1949. Savor the unique blend of Japanese broth and Chinese noodles before or after visiting Himeji Castle. Complete menu and prices included.
Experience the extraordinary fusion of Japanese dashi and spice curry at Golden Nakazaki, Osaka. Just 1-minute from Nakazakicho Station, this innovative curry house is redefining Japan's curry scene with its unique umami-rich creations.
Experience the charm of Showa Retro at Rainbow Coffee Shop, just one stop from Osaka-Umeda. Open from 8am, this authentic Japanese café preserves the nostalgic atmosphere of old Japan, offering a peaceful escape from modern Osaka's trendy cafés.
Experience Michelin-selected spice curry at Spices Curry Synergy in Osaka. Savor innovative dishes like ankimo keema curry at this acclaimed restaurant where artistry meets traditional spices.
Experience Osaka's best takoyaki at Universal CityWalk! Six iconic shops serve up crispy-outside, gooey-inside delights until 10 PM. The perfect spot to end your USJ adventure with authentic local flavor.
Experience Osaka's most affordable izakaya district in Temma! This local's guide reveals the best spots for incredibly cheap drinks and authentic Japanese pub food, from hidden backstreets to the historic shopping arcade.