Shopping in Osaka
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Heaven for bookworms: Hirakata T-Site
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- Situated a minute’s walk from Hirakata Station you'll find Hirakata T-Site, a glass-walled commercial complex that consists of nearly 40 specialty stores, including a Tsutaya bookstore. The highlight of this complex is its impeccable, third-floor bookshelves that cover the wall from floor to ceiling and are reminiscent of the gigantic palace library in the Disney movie “Beauty and the Beast”. Shops on each floor are loosely connected, creating a relaxing and inviting atmosphere in which you can easily spend hours exploring the complex.
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- Osaka
- 2019.08.20
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Spend a day in Expocity
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- Expocity is a large entertainment complex that comprises eight facilities, including an IMAX movie theatre, amusement parks and a shopping mall. It served as the location of Osaka Expo '70 and you can still see its unforgettable icon Tower of the Sun designed by avant-garde artist Taro Okamoto.
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- Osaka
- 2019.08.20
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Challenge yourself to the Edge the Harukas
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- Ever wanted to walk on the edge of a 300 meter high cliff? Then brave the Edge the Harukas where you can experience the same thrill while being harnessed to a safety rail. Participants walk along a narrow deck atop the 300 meter tall building of Abeno Harukas while leaning out over the edge. Entry also includes access to the 16th floor observation deck for sweeping views across the city.
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- Osaka
- 2019.08.20
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Soak up the Osaka Castle views from Miraiza
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- Dating back to the 16th century, Osaka Castle is undoubtedly one of the city's most famous sights and dominated by its eye catching tower. While the top floor of the museum offers sweeping views across the castle grounds, you can get spectacular views of the castle itself from the terrace of the Miraiza shopping mall or the first floor of The Konamon Bar Rikyu. Read moreOsaka Castle and the Surrounding AreaSouth of the Yodo River, Osaka Castle sits in an oasis of greenery in the center of the city. Originally constructed in the 16th century, …
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- Osaka
- 2019.08.20
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Ride the Ferris wheel at HEP Five
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- Another place to get a bird’s eye view of the city is from the bright red Ferris wheel on the roof of HEP Five, a fashionable new shopping complex. The air conditioned gondolas travel 106 meters above the ground, offering spectacular views across the Akashi Strait. Once you come back to the ground, you can explore the specialty shops of HEP Five, which is geared towards the younger generations.
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- Osaka
- 2019.08.20
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Must Visit Shotengai Shopping Streets in Japan
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- The shotengai, or covered shopping district, is the essence of any Japanese town. These horizontal shopping malls are normally best known for affordable produce and clothing popular with the grandparent crowd, but are slowly adapting to the towns they are based in. Each shotengai is a unique experience, showcasing both the history of the town and the goods it shares with the world. Kichijoji Sunroad Kichijoji Sunroad Kichijoji’s Sunroad stretches from the north exit of the station towards the northern suburbs, in the opposite direction to Inokashira park. Sunroad opened in the 1970s and has been a mainstay for locals needed to pick up any necessity. It is filled with both local and commercial stores and restaurants, where you can buy cheap groceries, clothing, used electronics, and much more. Sunroad is also convenient for grabbing a quick lunch or drinks after work. Most of the second floors house izakayas or cafes, making it easy to pick up household goods and meet a friend directly afterwards. Sunroad is in the main shopping district, next to a Coppice mall and a few minutes from the Tokyu department store and a seven-floor Uniqlo. Visitors will also see a queue for Satou, a famous meat shop next to Sunroad. Late at night, the closed storefronts begin to fill with university students drinking and partying and young musicians busking for some extra cash. Koenji’s Pal Street Koenji’s Pal Street Starting from the south exit of Koenji station, Koenji’s Pal Street houses not only stores selling household necessities and restaurants serving cheap lunches but also some of the vintage stores the town is best known for. While some of the secondhand stores in Koenji can sneak into boutique pricing, the stores on Pal Street truly represent the best thrift stores. In addition to the vintage stores, shoppers can find the ubiquitous household goods and produce stores that are necessary for day-to-day living. Pal Street makes it easy for shoppers to pick up a fun secondhand outfit in one store and grab groceries in the neighboring shop. Osaka’s Tenjinbashisuji Osaka’s Tenjinbashisuji Tenjinbashisuji in Osaka is one of Japan’s longest shotengais, at 2.6 kilometers. Tenjinbashisuji has a history as long as its street. It was originally constructed in the Meiji era to provide commercial enterprises for the locals living in the area. The shotengai is still running strong, with over 600 establishments. This shopping district differs from its more famous neighbors Namba or Tennoji. Tenjinbashisuji has more of a community and casual vibe, with locals shopping for their daily groceries rather than tourists scouting out international brands. There are also plenty of cafes, izakayas, and eateries, perfect places to watch shoppers go about their daily lives. The shotengai is also home to the Tenjin summer festival, during which food stalls and games replace the storefronts for a couple of days. Sendai’s Clis Road and Sun Mall Sendai’s Clis Road and Sun Mall The covered shopping arcades of Clis Road and Sun Road run from JR Sendai station to central Sendai itself. Clis Road starts from the central west exit of Sendai station and crosses Sun Mall a little ways in. Clis Road and Sun Mall both offer the same necessities that all shotengais have, in addition to higher class and specialty stores. The road is a combination of a typical humble shotengai and an American shopping mall. The road is long and covered, the perfect place to spend a rainy day. Takamatsu’s Tamachi Takamatsu’s Tamachi There is no shortage of shotengais in Takamatsu. Competing with Osaka’s Tenjinbashisuji, Tamachi is a 2.7 kilometer long shopping arcade combining cheap eateries and stores on the southside and designer clothing stores on the newly redeveloped north end. Tamachi is one of the oldest shopping arcades in Japan. It opened in the Edo period and became the focal point for business in all of Takamatsu. Nowadays, shoppers can visit Tamachi to purchase both lavish goods and economical electronics and groceries. ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Japan
- 2018.06.21
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Denden Town in Osaka
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- Video game and anime fans all know about Akihabara in Tokyo, a district packed full of shops dedicated to games, electronics, and collectibles and the capital of otaku culture in Japan. For those in western Japan, Denden Town in Osaka has become a similar center for otaku culture and is well worth a visit for anyone with an interest in video games, anime, or electronics. Denden Town in Osaka Located in the Nipponbashi district of Osaka’s downtown minami (south) area, Denden Town (which loosely translates to “electronic town”) has long been home to stores selling cheap electronic and audio items, home appliances, and furniture, as well as niche shops for hobbyists. But these days there is more of a focus on otaku goods, and visitors can find everything from retro game and manga stores to Akihabara-style maid cafes. The “town” is centered to the west of Sakaisuji Avenue and is fairly compact, stretching only a few blocks, so is easy to walk around. Denden Town in Osaka Many big electronic stores can be found in Denden Town, including the likes of Joshin and Sofmap, and a number of stores offer tax-and duty-free shopping. You can also find hobby-related nationwide chain stores such as Animate, which specializes in anime and manga. Denden Town in Osaka ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Osaka
- 2018.06.16
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A Tasty Detour to the Kuromon Ichiba Market
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- Osaka has a reputation throughout Japan for many things, but it’s maybe most famous for its food. Osaka, ‘the kitchen of Japan’, is well known for its vibrant food scene and is widely considered the culinary capital of the country. The Kuromon Ichiba Market is one of the city’s most famous markets, where tourists and locals flock to experience firsthand the foodie culture of Osaka. A Tasty Detour to the Kuromon Ichiba Market The Kuromon Ichiba Market is a covered shopping street that stretches about 600 metres in length. Chefs from all over Osaka come here to buy the freshest and best ingredients for their restaurants. While chefs do account for a lot of their sales, shops are also open to the public. The food available ranges from lowbrow comfort food to high end culinary specialties. A visit to the market is the perfect opportunity to sample some expensive ingredients without necessarily breaking the bank. A Tasty Detour to the Kuromon Ichiba Market There are a lot of amazing restaurants and shops, but the area is most famous for its endless rows of food stalls. The sheer variety of what’s available keeps people coming back time and time again. Osaka’s proximity to the ocean means that stalls in the market have some of the freshest seafood you’re likely to taste during your trip. Don’t be surprised if prices at some of the stalls are what you would find in a restaurant; when the quality is this good, it’s what you’d expect. Where else in the world can you walk down the street while eating a freshly grilled lobster tail? A Tasty Detour to the Kuromon Ichiba Market ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Osaka
- 2018.05.27
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p.m., Abeno Harukas and Ten-Shiba
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- Now that you’ve arrived at Japan’s tallest building, it’s time to head on up to the Observatory. Spanning from the 58th to the 60th floor, the Observatory offers a breathtaking panorama of Osaka, and portions of the Observatory are even open-air. For those on a budget, there’s also a free observation area on the 16th floor.After the excitement of Abeno Harukas, head across the street to Ten-Shiba, a laid-back park area with a nice lawn. Kick back like the locals and just enjoy the weather.URL:https://www.abenoharukas-300.jp/index.htmlURL:https://www.tennoji-park.jp/
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- Osaka
- 2017.08.30
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- Abeno Q’s MALL
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