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Ryukishin Rize

Everyone needs a tasty ramen option on their radars. Ryukishin RIZE in Namba, with its flavorful shio ramen bowls, is a solid restaurant for when the noodle craving strikes - it's espec

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Sakai City Traditional Crafts Museum

Located near Myogokujimae Station on the Hankai Line, this small but excellent museum showcases the main product of Sakai city: world-class knives and other cutting tools. If you're a fan of Japanese

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Sankyubashi

While most people head by train to the shopping district of Shinsaibashi, a more interesting approach lies through the old commerce center of Senba, along a tree-l

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Shichifukujin

Shichifukujin in Tenma is a counter seat-only kushikatsu restaurant that's super popular with the locals. Their deep-fried skewers are fabulous, the beer is cheap, and they serve oden (simmered things

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Sekai Ichi Hima Na Ramen Ya The Most Deserted Ramen Bar In The World

Looking for ramen to warm you up without the feeling of having downed a ton of bricks? Sekai Ichi Hima Na Ramen-ya, located a hop and a skip from Umeda, serves up soulful, flavo

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Seven Slopes Of Tennoji

Just to the north of Tennoji Station lies the oldest part of the city. It's a tranquil area dotted with picturesque temples nestled along narrow, sloping streets - a miniature Kyoto if you will. Follo

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Shimanouchi Ichiyo

On the far east side of Shinsaibashi, this wonderful kappo specialist serves out-of-this-world seafood. Shimanouchi Ichiyo is named for Japan's Inland Sea as that's where a lot of their ingredients co

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Shin Osaka Area

Shin-Osaka is the bullet train (shinkansen) stop where most travelers from other parts of Japan enter Osaka. It's on the north side of the Yodo-gawa River, a few kilometers from the city center. There

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Shin Osaka Station Hotel Honkan

A step above most business hotels, Shin-Osaka Station Hotel Honkan has comfortable triple rooms, which are rare in Japan. This is a great choice as a base for day trips, or for an overnight stay befor

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Shin Umeda Shokudogai

Shin-Umeda Shokudogai is a labyrinth-like warren of tiny restaurants located under the railway tracks of JR Osaka Station. It's delightfully atmospheric, lively, and full of great food - your only pro

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Shinkawa Nishiya

What's not to love about a seafood izakaya like Shinkawa Nishiya? It's centrally located smack in the middle of Namba, the food is great and reasonably priced, the drinks are good, and best of all, it

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Shinsaibashi Suji Shopping Arcade

Running a whopping 600 meters long, Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Arcade is the quintessential "shotengai" or covered shopping arcade. Even if you don't intend to do any shopping, it's well worth taking

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Shinsaibashi Madras 5

February 2025: Please note Shinsaibashi Madras 5 has now permanently closed. Please see our Minami Area page for more dining recommendations in the district. Also see more [curry ri

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Shinsekai Osaka

Shinsekai might mean 'New World', but it's one of Osaka's older, more retro neighborhoods. Increasing tourism to the area means it's far less seedy than it used to be, but there's still some retro p

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Shitenno Ji Temple

If you're in the Tennoji area, you shouldn't miss Shitenno-ji Temple in Tennoji-koen park. Even if the concrete reconstructions suggest otherwise, this Buddhist temple is one of the oldest in Japan.

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Shinsekai

Shinsekai, or 'New World', is a densely concentrated collection of cheap eateries, dive bars, and a few other surprises. Wes Lang takes you through one of Osaka's most colorful neighborhoods. ![The S

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Shochikuza

Fans of traditional theatre will want to check out Shochikuza, Osaka's main kabuki theatre in the Dotombori district. Even if you don't stay for the full program, one act of kabuki is enough to transp

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Shuhari

Shuhari is a soba specialist that's not too far from Osaka Castle Park - their soba and tempura are solid and well-made. The fresh wasabi, which you grate yourself, is a really nice touch. Look for th

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Shogin An

Do you love soba but also enjoy having a variety of side dishes to go with it? Then get thee to Shogin-an, a quiet little izakaya near Shin-Osaka serving bo

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Sim Cards In Osaka

How to Buy a SIM Card in Osaka Yes, you can buy a prepaid data-only SIM cards in Japan. Here are the best deals, based on actual experiences. I'll also present another good option: pocket wifi (m

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Soba Takama

Located a 5-minute walk away from Tenjinbashisuji Rokuchome Station, 1-star Soba Takama serves glorious soba noodles at highly affordable prices. It might be one of the most affordable Michelin starre

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Sobakiri Arabonpu

Udon restaurants may get a lot of attention in Osaka, but there are times when nothing but buckwheat noodles will do. Get your soba fix at Arabonpu in the Kita district, where t

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Sotetsu Fresa Inn Osaka Shinsaibashi

A solid budget hotel in a convenient location in Minami, the Sotetsu Fresa Inn Osaka Shinsaibashi is typical of this chain: no frills but comfortable enough for a few nights. ![Two large single beds

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Sobayoshi

For a quick, filling meal, look no further than Sobayoshi. This soba specialist near Shin-Osaka Station serves up some great soba set meals. The service is fast and the food is good value for money.

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Southern Osaka

Southern Osaka covers the southern part of Osaka City as well as the southern part of Osaka Prefecture. The most interesting sights are located in the city of Sakai in southern Osaka Prefecture. ![A

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Star Gate Hotel Kansai Airport

If you find the rooms booked at the Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport and you have an early flight out of KIX, then we highly recommend Star Gate Hotel Kansai Airport right across the bridge from the airport

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Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine

Looking for a respite from the crowds and bustle of Osaka? Sumiyoshi Taisha, one of Japan's oldest shrines, is a gorgeous and tranquil break from the city. Best of all, it's just a quick hop and stop

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Suntory Yamazaki Distillery

Fans of Japanese whiskey should make time to visit the Suntory Yamazaki Distillery - they offer excellent tours with tastings that are sure to delight those who love this tipple. Actually, it's pretty

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Super Hotel Jr Shin Osaka Higashiguchi

With a public hot spring bath, massage services, and a location 5 minutes away from Shin-Osaka Station, Super Hotel JR Shin-Osaka Higashiguchi is a very attractive and inexpensive option for budget tr

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Sushi Aoki

Sushi Aoki is a tiny sushi restaurant in the Fukushima area in Kita Ward serving fresh, delicious sushi at very reasonable prices. It might be a bit of a walk from the nearest s

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