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A Journey Through Osaka's Rich Tapestry

In the heart of Osaka, Japan, lies a captivating journey that takes you from the nostalgic streets of Shinsekai to the bustling thoroughfares of Shinsaibashi. This exploration offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's cultural diversity, culinary delights, and vibrant energy. Shinsekai: A Step Back in Time Begin your adventure in Shinsekai, a district that embodies the essence of Osaka's history and charm. The name "Shinsekai" translates to "New World," and stepping into this neighborhood feels like a journey back in time. Shinsekai was developed before World War II with the ambition to replicate the cities of Paris and New York. Although it's not an exact replica, the district exudes a unique blend of nostalgia and quirky charm. Stroll along the streets lined with pre-war architecture, illuminated by the warm glow of retro signs. The iconic Tsutenkaku Tower stands as a symbol of Shinsekai's past and present. Ascend to its observation deck for panoramic views of the city, where modern Osaka stretches out before you while the district's retro allure remains intact. Don't miss the chance to savor kushikatsu, a local specialty of skewered and deep-fried delights. Shinsekai is renowned for its kushikatsu restaurants, where you can sample an array of ingredients, from meats to vegetables, all expertly fried to perfection. Nipponbashi Denden Town: A Haven for Geeks and Gamers From Shinsekai, head north to Nipponbashi Denden Town, a district that caters to tech enthusiasts, gamers, and anime aficionados. Here, you'll find a bustling hub of electronics stores, manga shops, and specialty stores dedicated to all things otaku (pop culture fanatic). Explore the shops filled with the latest gadgets, retro video games, and collectibles. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just curious, the vibrant atmosphere is infectious. Don't hesitate to chat with the friendly store owners, who are often passionate fans themselves. Kuromon Market: A Culinary Odyssey Continuing your journey, make your way to Kuromon Market, a culinary paradise that tantalizes the taste buds with an array of delectable treats. The market is a sensory explosion, with vendors selling everything from fresh seafood and street food to seasonal fruits and Japanese sweets. Indulge in local delights like takoyaki (octopus balls), kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), and oden (a simmered dish). Explore the stalls and sample a variety of flavors that showcase Osaka's rich culinary heritage. Shinsaibashi: Shopping and Nightlife Conclude your journey in Shinsaibashi, a bustling shopping district that combines traditional Japanese charm with modern elegance. Stroll along Shinsaibashi-suji, a covered shopping arcade that offers an array of shops, boutiques, and department stores. #japan #osaka #shinsekai #travel

Freshest Seafood in Osaka

When in Japan, visiting a local market is a must for fresh seafood and that was just what we did. Many familiar with Osaka would know of Kuramon Market with many stalls selling all sorts of produce and souvenirs. It was also just a 5 minutes from our hotel, Citadines Namba. Armed with empty tummies, we scouted the market for a place to settle our cravings. We stumbled upon Kouragumi Kuromon as they had a staff grilling all sorts of fresh seafood outside and we couldn’t resist the delicious smells. We ordered scallops, eel and sashimi bowls with fresh crab, uni and ikura. As expected, the seafood was extremely fresh and delicious. The restaurant also offered free barley tea for its patrons. That was a nice touch. It is also a foreigner friendly restaurant with English menus and friendly staff who understood English. Ordering was a breeze for us. Toilets were available too. Overall the price was a little steep, but one can expect that for fresh seafood in a touristy area. Do give this place a try when in Osaka. #tripblazers

My top three snacks at Kuromon Market Osaka

Kuromon Market is a very popular market located in the center of Osaka, and here are my top three snack recommendations not to be missed: 1. Sweet potato / potato slices - very crispy and tasty 2. Glazed strawberries and mochi - extremely delicious 3. Beef steak skewers - a delight for beef lovers Enjoy! My rating of this market: 4 ⭐️ out of 5!

Kuromon ichiba market 🇯🇵

If you’re a lover of fish and good food, then visiting the Kuromon ichiba market in Osaka is a MUST! With streets of fresh fish ready to take home or cook and eat there is amazing! From raw fish to sushi, cooked fish, you’ll need to bring a couple thousand yen for the trip if you’re going to indulge. I tried some fresh scallops, which were cooked infront of me and they were delicious. They also had other delicacies and some souvenirs, this is definitely worth a visit and will probably take you an hour to two hours to visit. #foodie #osaka #japan #food #seafoodfeast #urbanexplorer #awesomepic

Giant Size Seafood at Kuromon Market

Eat, eat and eat! Kuromon Market is famous for eating sashimi at a reasonable price. There are a lot of stores, and the price varies. I spent around JPY10K and spent the whole morning non-stop eating, sashimi, sushi, fresh fruits, potato chips, ice-cream, grilled seafood etc. A small tips: Be there early if you want to skip the crowd and queue. Kuromon Market Location : 2 Chome Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan Getting there : 10 minutes walk from Namba Station, 5 minutes walk from Nipponbashi Station Opening hours : 8:00-22:00, varies within individual stores #kuromon #namba

Kuromon Market 黑门市场

You can explore the Japanese foods here! Excellent market. So many options. So many different food to try. It’s easier to walk around and not crowded! Although the foods was not really cheap but it’s a good experience to visit here and try the various type of seafoods here! it’s a place must be visited in OSAKA. Extremely diverse selection of fresh seafood, as well as other meats all for sale in close proximity. #foodmarket #黑门

Fresh Market in Osaka

#celebratewithtrip Kuromon Market is a must for tourist in Osaka. Located in Namba, There’s plenty of ready to eat options in addition fresh unique produce . there are also shop selling fresh seafood so u can eat on spot . Seafood makes up most of the stalls here . Meat, vegetables, snacks and sweets are also popular but with the increasing number of tourists visiting the market there are more type of variety of items on sales here

The biggest crab ever!

Stepping here for the first time, you immediately gonna smell great seafood from the street. The market was crowded by local people and visitors, as it popular with seafood stuff. But i don’t mind with that. Because I’m too excited to try big size of seafood with affordable price. Many stalls selling raw/cooked fresh seafood. They will ask you to pick the seafood and they will cook it right away. You can just take away or dine in at some area provided. Surely, it is a fun trip for seafood lovers. Definitely will come again for the foods! #passionpassport #japanfood #japantravel #japantrip #nippombashifood #bucketlistreboot

Kuromon Market 黑目市场 Food Street

If you are seafood lover ,you should visit to this Kuromon Market in Osaka . There are many choices of fresh seafood and local street foods in this market 😋😋 And you may try their Wagyu Beef 🥩too😍 There are also many Japan seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables in the market 🤩

Street Food Experience in Kuromon Market

If you are a foodie then visiting Osaka is the right choice because it is one of the best food areas in all of Japan. Kuromon Ichiba Market or Kuromon Ichiba is one of the largest markets in western Japan consisting of 180 shops. This market has a history of more than 190 years and is known as “Osaka's Kitchen” because all kinds of fresh food products can be found in this market. Kuromon market is always busy with locals, as well as many professional chefs who also shop for quality ingredients. This area is also the best place to enjoy authentic Osaka street foods. If you want to delve deeper into Osaka's food culture, Kuromon Market is the place to be. #christmaslights #christmasgiveaway #unforgettableexperiences #nyedestinations

Fresh Sashimi Anyone?

Kuromon Market (黒門市場) is a must go place for fresh seafood! The market is full of life! With many stalls selling fresh seafood, sashimi, grilled seafood, traditional cakes, fresh fruits, dried goods etc. There is definitely something for everyone’s palate!

Market with fresh seafood

Had a blast at Kuromon Fish market with the best seafood! Was famished and had a meal full with sashimi, fatty tuna, cod fish, fresh oysters, uni at one of the local shop. Walk along the path where you can see many selections, games, souvenirs shops, supermarket. Worth a visit to spend around 2-3 hours here before heading for additional shopping nearby at Namba.

Miss Japan so much Will be going back to this wonderful place this October… Done a lot of homework this time and learned a lot of Japanese. Will be ready to travel happily on this october.. of course saved a lot of money to have a luxury trip over there！miss the people miss the atsmophere miss the food so much Like the picture above even the lit of the ditch is so colorful Will go to Fuji Mountain this round for sure#japan

foods are quite pricy probably because the market is tailor made for tourists. I recommend a walk but not too much consumption.

#tripaway a must visit market in osaka japan. the market is so clean and the food is so fresh that you can’t stop eating. #market #sashimi #beef #tripaway