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Best Tonkatsu In Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Tonkatsu refers to a popular dish of breaded, deep-fried pork cutlets. Here are our recommended tonkatsu restaurants in Osaka. ![A crispy cutlet of breaded, deep-fried pork on a traditionally-decorat
Read MoreBest Udon In Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Osaka is famous for "konamono," or dishes made primarily from wheat flour. These include okonomiyaki and takoyaki, but oddly enough, not udon, which are wheat flour noodles. However, there are so many
Read MoreBest Unagi In Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Unagi is the Japanese word for freshwater eel in Japan. For those with any familiarity with Japanese cuisine, you'll recognise it as one of the toppings available at sushi restaurants. But, there are
Read MoreBest Value Hotels In Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Some hotels in Osaka cost significantly less than similar hotels in their class year after year. We're not sure why, but we'll happily take the savings. Here are our picks for the best values in Osaka
Read MoreBest Vegetarian In Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
While Japan is not the easiest place for vegetarians, as most dishes usually contain dashi (a skipjack bonito broth), major cities like Osaka do have some vegetarian-friendly restaurants. Here are som
Read MoreBest Yakitori In Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Osaka has dozens of fantastic yakitori restaurants. Here is our pick of Osaka yakatori restaurants that are affordable, friendly, and delicious. ![A white, round plate on a wooden tabletop in an Osak
Read MoreBistrot Danjou
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
If you're craving hearty comfort food of the European variety, head over to Bistrot d'Anjou in Shinsaibashi. This charming, well-loved French bistro has been serving up some fine, authentic brasserie
Read MoreBonkuraya Dotonbori
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
A funky, fun, and tasty time out with a playful menu and a cheeky Osaka feel, from lunch time to late night. ![The 9-kind puchi-okonomiyaki sampler of okonomiyaki dishes with different toppings in th
Read MoreCafe Absinthe
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Cafe Absinthe is a restaurant, café, and bar rolled into one - it's a great place to start an evening or spend an entire evening. There's great Mediterranean food, delicious drinks and you can even sm
Read MoreCaptain Kangaroo
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
A great foreigner-friendly bar on the north edge of Kita-Shinchi, this is a good spot to grab a drink, eat a hamburger and meet some locals and local expats. ![Captain Kangaroo](https://photos.smugmu
Read MoreCentara Grand Hotel Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
The Centara Grand Hotel Osaka towers over the Namba district in the Minami area of Osaka. It offers stunning views and excellent service at rates far below similar hotels in the rest of Japan. Best of
Read MoreCentral Osaka Honmachi And Around
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Located between the major hubs of Kita and Minami, Honmachi and its adjoining districts form the center of Osaka. There's not much to see here, but it's a convenient place to stay. ![Daytime view of
Read MoreChukasoba Kazura
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Not all ramen is created equal. Chukasoba Kazura in Awaza serves up a shoyu chicken ramen with a fabulously light and mousse-like soup that's a cut above the rest. Look for the kanji 葛 on the sign. Yo
Read MoreCity Plaza Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
With friendly staff, a rooftop spa, and open-air hot spring baths free for guest use, City Plaza Osaka in Honmachi is a great little hotel in central Osaka. ![City Plaza Osaka](https://photos.smugmug
Read MoreCinquecento
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Located on the east edge of Shinsaibashi, CinqueCento is a casual bar-restaurant offering really cheap drinks and a friendly crowd. It's a great place to meet some locals and expats. !
Read MoreClub Piccadilly Umeda Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
One of the largest clubs in Osaka, this is a great place for a night out in the city. Check the Club Piccadilly website for details on upcoming events (it's mostly in Japanese, but there's enough Engl
Read MoreConrad Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
With stunning views of Osaka from its rooms, gorgeous spa and wellness facilities, and a fantastic collection of contemporary art incorporated into the hotel decor, the Conrad Osaka holds its own with
Read MoreCourtyard By Marriott Shin Osaka Station
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
The only proper luxury hotel at Shin-Osaka, this fine hotel is great for travellers who intend to use the shinkansen to explore central Japan. Rooms are relatively spacious by Japanese hotel standards
Read MoreCross Hotel Osaka
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
For a reasonably-priced, stylish, modern hotel with clean and comfortable rooms, Cross Hotel Osaka is just the ticket. It's great for visitors who want to be near all the action happening in Dotonbori
Read MoreCupnoodles Museum Osaka Ikeda
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
The Cupnoodles Museum Osaka Ikeda is a surprisingly interesting attraction for both adults and children. If you've ever enjoyed a bowl of instant noodles, you'll probably enjoy this museum. ![Cupnood
Read MoreDaiko Sushi Minamiten
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Visiting Shinsekai but not keen on deep-fried food at all the kushikatsu restaurants? Check out Daiko Sushi in Jan Jan Arcade for a cheap and cheerful meal. It's perfect budget traveller fare. ![3 p
Read MoreDen Den Town Guide
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Den-Den Town in Nipponbashi is Osaka's answer to Tokyo's Akihabara. It's the city's electronics, camera, computer, pop culture, games, and anime shopping neighborhood. Make the most of your time here
Read MoreDen Den Town
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Den-Den Town in Nippombashi is Osaka's answer to Tokyo's Akihabara. It's the city's electronics, camera, computer and pop culture shopping neighborhood - and it's just as much of an otaku paradise as
Read MoreDoguyasuji Arcade
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Whether you're a restaurant chef or a home cook, Doguyasuji Arcade is a must-visit for anyone with even the tiniest interest in kitchen tasks. The mind-boggling array of reasonably kitchen tools and c
Read MoreDotombori Imai
- Osaka
- 24 Aug, 2025
Dotombori can overwhelm with the crowds, chaos, and colours - but classic soba and udon purveyor Imai is a calm refuge right in the middle of the arcade. The noodles are merely average, but the settin
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