Ichiran: A Japan Trip Staple

Ichiran: A Japan Trip Staple

Every Japan trip will never be complete without a visit to Ichiran. Ichiran is famous for being one of Japan’s finest tonkotsu Ramen restaurants. It takes pride in its broth, extracted from 100% pork bones without artificial flavorings or extenders. The...
Hanamaruken: Osaka’s Happy Ramen

Hanamaruken: Osaka’s Happy Ramen

A quaint ramen shop on of the corners of Shinsaibashi, Hanamaruken is a crowd favorite. Though it has no English signage, you wouldn’t miss it because of the crowds of people lining up outside. Similar to common Japanese ramen shops, Hanamaruken has around a 10-seater...
Rikamaru: Unlimited Yakiniku

Rikamaru: Unlimited Yakiniku

Unlimited meat? Always, yes! Smacked right between Dhotonbori and Shinsaibashi, Yakiniku Rikamaru is just behind the Glicko billboard. Open until midnight, this yaikiniku is perfect for meat lovers and those who wish to dine late at night. The lines usually get long,...
Honoka: Osaka Udon Heritage

Honoka: Osaka Udon Heritage

Tucked in the middle of what used to be an industrial zone in Osaka, this small udon restaurant serves an authentic Sanuki udon.  Udon Honoka is in Amagasaki. It’s 20+ minutes away from Namba and a few minutes of walking from the Amagasaki station. We arrived around 2...
Wagyu Idaten: Best In Class Bento Beef

Wagyu Idaten: Best In Class Bento Beef

A hidden gem silently sitting on the 2nd floor of a random building around the Shinsaibashi area, Wagyu Idaten is on the top of our list for the best affordable steak experiences in Osaka.  Wagyu Idaten is something you’d miss during your long Namba walk. It’s not...
Motomura: Best Gyukatsu in Osaka

Motomura: Best Gyukatsu in Osaka

They only have 1 dish: Gyukatsu.  Don’t be deceived by the menu’s simplicity. The meat and flavors are far from basic. Gyukatsu Motomora is conveniently located on the side streets of the Shinsaibashi stretch. With its growing popularity, queueing...