Update-date: Aug 26 2024
Near Osaka Castle, one of the most famous tourist spots in Osaka, you'll find a vibrant area perfect for dining and entertainment. This article will feature some highly recommended izakaya spots that are located in this area. Check them out!
1. Koshitsu Niku Kappo KATANA Namba Branch
The KATANA Namba Branch is located on the 7th floor of a building that stands along the Dotonbori River. It can be conveniently accessed with a 3 minute walk from Namba Station and is a popular meat restaurant for overseas travelers. Guests can enjoy meat cuisine using carefully selected Wagyu beef, including Wagyu Steak and Wagyu Roast Beef. They can also enjoy the rest of the appealing menu, featuring options such as the Edomae Sushi 4 Piece Assortment, which features authentic Edomae sushi that can be tasted in Osaka, as well as the Tempura Platter, using ingredients unique to each season.
Koshitsu Niku Kappo KATANA Namba Branch
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 12:30 am) / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Address: 7F, Comrade Doton Bldg., 1-6-15, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Address: 7F, Comrade Doton Bldg., 1-6-15, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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2. Sakanaya Menoji Umeda Branch
The Sakanaya Menoji Umeda Branch has a lineup of items that utilize seasonal fresh fish, including nigirizushi and sashimi as well as seafood rice bowls. They also have a rich lineup of drinks that go perfectly with the food, including around 15 kinds of sake. A variety of courses are available with the sushi, including specially select Wagyu beef loin and seasonal fish, as well as a shabu shabu course in which one can enjoy a wide range of Japanese food. Open until 1:00AM on Friday, Saturday, and days before National Holidays.
Sakanaya Menoji Umeda Branch
Open: [Monday - Thursday] 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Food L.O. 11:00 pm, Drink L.O. 11:30 pm) / [Friday, Day Before National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Food L.O. 12:00 am, Drink L.O. 12:30 am) / [Saturday] 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Food L.O. 12:00 am, Drink L.O. 12:30 am) / [Sunday, National Holidays] 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Food L.O. 11:00 pm, Drink L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from JR Osaka Station / 2-minute walk from Hankyu Osaka-umeda Station / 308m from Higashi-umeda Station
Address: B1F, Shirobasha Bld., 4-12, Doyama-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from JR Osaka Station / 2-minute walk from Hankyu Osaka-umeda Station / 308m from Higashi-umeda Station
Address: B1F, Shirobasha Bld., 4-12, Doyama-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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3. Ebisu Premium
Ebisu Premium is an izakaya with Japanese food that is beloved by the Ebisu area. This restaurant has masterpieces such as their specialty Earthenware Pot Rice and Tempura. Valuing ingredients stocked that very day, they also take great care in stocking Japanese sake and local sake up to 3 times a week. The restaurant features an at home-style atmosphere with counter seats, and regular customers always visit with a smile. There are also many guests from overseas, and the owner provides heartwarming customer service with his fluent language skills. An ideal restaurant for guests who want to enjoy special moments.
Ebisu Premium
Open: [Monday - Saturday, National Holidays, Day Before National Hlidays] Dinner 7:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:00 am)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: Enter Soemon-cho from Midosuji Street, pass Don Quijote with a big Ferris wheel, and turn at the Lawson in front of the police box
Address: 1F, Nakaume Bldg., 6-8, Soemon-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: Enter Soemon-cho from Midosuji Street, pass Don Quijote with a big Ferris wheel, and turn at the Lawson in front of the police box
Address: 1F, Nakaume Bldg., 6-8, Soemon-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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4. Osakana Tokidoki Oniku Umeda Branch
Osakana Tokidoki Oniku is a popular izakaya located on Umeda Higashidori Street. Here, guests can enjoy 50 kinds of pure rice sake, along with fresh fish, local sake, and occasionally meat, in addition to a Japanese sake all-you-can-drink option that can be enjoyed with self-service. It has private rooms that can be used in small groups, making it recommended for enjoying drinks with friends or with coworkers on your way home. They have a rich variety of sushi and meat cuisine using Wagyu beef, as well as Japanese sake gathered from all over Japan. Among these options, the Sashimi 5 Variety Platter goes extremely well with Japanese sake, and is highly recommended.
Osakana Tokidoki Oniku Umeda Branch
Open: [Monday-Thursday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am / [Friday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:00 am / [Saturday] Dinner 4:00 pm - 1:00 am / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from Umeda Station on the Subway Midosuji Line, 7 minutes walk from JR Osaka Station, 253m from Higashi-Umeda Station
Address: 3F, 4-6, Komatsubara-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from Umeda Station on the Subway Midosuji Line, 7 minutes walk from JR Osaka Station, 253m from Higashi-Umeda Station
Address: 3F, 4-6, Komatsubara-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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5. Sumibi Yakiniku Kyoro-chan
At [Sumibi Yakiniku Kyoro-chan], you can experience Japan's unique yakiniku culture with high-quality beef and horumon at reasonable prices. Ideal for gatherings with friends, family reunions, or solo dining, this restaurant serves world-class wagyu beef and carefully selected ingredients. Enjoy Upper Salted Tongue, Special Loin, and Special Skirt Steak in a casual setting. The welcoming atmosphere, cherished by locals, perfectly complements the excellent taste of domestic ingredients. First-time guests are warmly welcomed to enjoy this slice of wonderful Japanese food culture.
Sumibi Yakiniku Kyoro-chan
Open: [Monday-Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Morinomiya Station Exit A (JR) / 2-minute walk from Morinomiya Station Exit 5 / 8-minute walk from Tamatsukuri Station Exit 3
Address: 1-12-3, Naka-michi, Higashinari-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Morinomiya Station Exit A (JR) / 2-minute walk from Morinomiya Station Exit 5 / 8-minute walk from Tamatsukuri Station Exit 3
Address: 1-12-3, Naka-michi, Higashinari-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
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