Shinsaibashi
Neighbourhood · Shinsaibashi, Osaka

Shinsaibashi

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Shinsaibashi centers on the Shinsaibashi-suji arcade that runs north to south through the city. It holds department stores, fashion retailers, and many small shops selling clothing and accessories. The southern end opens directly onto the Dotonbori entertainment area.

On day 1 of Osaka Food Crawl

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
1 to 3 hours
Best time
Evenings for illuminated streets and active crowds
Getting there
Shinsaibashi Station on the Midosuji subway line

Itineraries with Shinsaibashi

Day 1 of Osaka Food Crawl

Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi

How Shinsaibashi 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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Shinsaibashi questions

Is Shinsaibashi good for shopping?

Yes. The arcade contains hundreds of stores ranging from international brands to local boutiques.

How long is the Shinsaibashi arcade?

The covered arcade stretches roughly 600 meters from north to south.

What food is available in Shinsaibashi?

The area has many restaurants and street food stalls serving Osaka specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

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