Osaka

A collection of 34 places curated by Doug Robertson

Places in this collection

  1. Pokémon Cafe Osaka Shinsaibashi

    restaurant

    1 Chome-7-1 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-8501, Japan

    Must book 31 days in advance at 6:00 PM (JST), the official site is recommended, for a Mar 20 visit, bookings open Feb 17 at 6:00 PM (JST)

    Pokémon Cafe Osaka ShinsaibashiView on Google Maps

  2. Osaka Castle

    attraction

    1-1 Ōsakajō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

    Incredible scenery, history and the grounds are a delight to walk around! Explore the massive stone ramparts and moats.

    Osaka CastleView on Google Maps

  3. Tonkatsu Daiki

    restaurant

    1-chōme-6-2 Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0083, Japan

    One of the biggest pork sandwiches

    Tonkatsu DaikiView on Google Maps

  4. Shinsekai

    other

    2 Chome-5 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan

    Bright neon lights, colorful street food spots, retro vibes and that iconic tower in the middle, magical movie set

    ShinsekaiView on Google Maps

  5. Sakimoto Bakery

    shop

    Japan, 〒556-0011 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Nanbanaka, 2 Chome−3−18 2階

    Honey butter croissants made with Hokkaido butter and honey.

    Sakimoto BakeryView on Google Maps

  6. Hughes Pizza Osaka

    restaurant

    4 Chome-1-20 Nakazakinishi, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0015, Japan

    New York style pizza, added the hot honey to that pepperoni, comforting

    Hughes Pizza OsakaView on Google Maps

  7. Rikuro’s Namba Main Branch

    cafe

    3-chōme-2-28 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan

    Osaka’s most famous cheesecake, loved for over 40 years.

    Rikuro’s Namba Main BranchView on Google Maps

  8. GARIGUETTE Osaka

    cafe

    Japan, 〒530-0011 Osaka, Kita Ward, Ofukacho, 4−1 グランフロント大阪 1F うめきた広場

    Fancy mil feel amazing, pastry is caramelized, but still buttery and flaky

    GARIGUETTE OsakaView on Google Maps

  9. Namba Yasaka Jinja

    attraction

    2-chōme-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0016, Japan

    Shrine with a lionhead stage that opens at 6:30 AM, allowing you to see the architecture before the crowds arrive.

    Namba Yasaka JinjaView on Google Maps

  10. SenNichiMae DoguyaSuji cookware Shopping Street

    shop

    Nanbasennichimae, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0075, Japan

    Narrow alleyway dedicated to professional kitchenware, where you can find handmade ceramics and matcha sets for a fraction of the boutique prices.

    SenNichiMae DoguyaSuji cookware Shopping StreetView on Google Maps

  11. Saru Shokudo Honmachi

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒541-0051 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Bingomachi, 4 Chome−3−4 Osaka Tiger Building, １F

    Salaryman favourite cheap eatery with amazing food and fast, friendly service. Menu items include Tonteki pork chop set (1280 yen), teriyaki pork skewers (450 yen for 5 pcs), sizzling beef hambagu (860 yen), and sausage & fries (780 yen). Nothing over 1300 yen.

    Saru Shokudo HonmachiView on Google Maps

  12. Mugito Mensuke

    restaurant

    3 Chome-4-12 Toyosaki, Kita Ward, Osaka, 531-0072, Japan

    Currently ranked No.1 ramen shop in Osaka. Highly recommend the shoyu ramen.

    Mugito MensukeView on Google Maps

  13. Shake Shack

    restaurant

    1 Chome-13-13 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0001, Japan

    Classic and clean burger

    Shake ShackView on Google Maps

  14. Harukas 300 (Observation Deck)

    attraction

    1-chōme-1-43 Abenosuji, Abeno Ward, Osaka, 545-6016, Japan

    The Harukas 300 Observatory offers breathtaking views of Osaka from 60 floors up.

    Harukas 300 (Observation Deck)View on Google Maps

  15. Cafe Sunshine

    cafe

    Japan, 〒541-0056 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Kyutaromachi, 2 Chome−5−19 トライハードビル １F

    Pancakes and coffee, stock standard pancakes

    Cafe SunshineView on Google Maps

  16. Henry's PIZZA

    restaurant

    4 Chome-2-2 Tanimachi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0012, Japan

    Pizza by the splice, screams Brooklyn, post mix Coke that you pour yourself, jalapeno was, the cream cheese, put that pepperoni, great

    Henry's PIZZAView on Google Maps

  17. Watanabe Curry

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒530-0002 Osaka, Kita Ward, Sonezakishinchi, 2 Chome−2−5 第３シンコービル

    Curry topped with perfectly cooked wagyu katsu.

    Watanabe CurryView on Google Maps

  18. Kitahama Donuts

    cafe

    3 Chome-2-15 Imabashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 541-0042, Japan

    OG glaze is probably the best, cinnamon knot was nice, Japanese creams great

    Kitahama DonutsView on Google Maps

  19. 炭火焼鳥 木鶏

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒542-0083 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Higashishinsaibashi, 1 Chome−8−１４ 地下1階 オーブ・ナテ

    Yakitori delicately grilled over binchotan charcoal.

    炭火焼鳥 木鶏View on Google Maps

  20. Uotoyo

    restaurant

    2 Chome-11-21 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan

    An 85-year-old unagi restaurant run by a grandmother, known for its eel rice bowls.

    UotoyoView on Google Maps