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Hozenji Yokocho

Hozenji Yokocho
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Hozenji Yokocho is a narrow stone-paved lane lined with traditional wooden buildings. It leads directly to Hozenji Temple and contains several small restaurants. Look for the mossy Fudo Myoo statue at the temple entrance.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Osaka Food Crawl

Visiting Hozenji Yokocho: what to know

Tickets
No tickets required
Time needed
30 minutes
Best time
Evening
Getting there
5 minute walk from Namba Station

Osaka itineraries with Hozenji Yokocho

Day 1 of Osaka Food Crawl

Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi

How Hozenji Yokocho fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Dotonbori Canal WalkDotonbori
  2. 13:30Hozenji Yokocho Alley ExplorationHozenji Yokocho
  3. 15:00Shinsaibashi Shopping & Street FoodShinsaibashi
  4. 20:00Evening drinks in Ura-NambaNamba
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Hozenji Yokocho FAQs

What is Hozenji Yokocho?

It is a preserved historic alley in Osaka with old buildings and a temple at one end.

Is Hozenji Yokocho open at night?

Yes. The alley remains accessible and is lit by lanterns in the evening.

What to eat at Hozenji Yokocho?

Several traditional restaurants serve Osaka specialties such as okonomiyaki and kushikatsu.

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