[2025 Osaka Attraction] Travel Guide for Nipponbashi Denden Town (Updated Jun)

Introducing “Denden Town” located in Osaka ◡̈ I think Denden Town is one of the must-visit tourist spots in Osaka! My accommodation is located in Denden Town, so I think I went there a lot 🤍 There are so many things to see and shops to see in Denden Town that I liked it, but I think people who like animation will especially like it even more ➰! They have a lot of figures and they are sold very cheaply, so I think a lot of people buy them! If you go to Osaka, be sure to visit it at least once ఇ 📌 Denden Town 📌 Address: Japan 〒556-0005 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Nipponbashi, 3 Chome, 〜５丁目 #JapanTravel #HotPlace #CityTravel #OsakaTravel #Osaka #DendenTown #OsakaHotPlace

If Tokyo has Akihabara, Osaka has Denden Town! You can shop for various hobby items such as electronics, figures, cosplay, and game supplies. 😀 In addition, you can enjoy various delicious restaurants and feel the old night streets of Osaka, so I recommend you go! #JapanTravel

Similar to Tokyo’s famous Akihabara area, Den Den Town is a popular shopping destination for fans of Japanese anime and manga. For travellers with an interest in the more, perhaps “geeky” pursuits, this area is an absolute must-see! One of the things I love most about this area is being able to find a number of used electronics stores with more competitive pricing than somewhere like Tokyo. Along the same road, there are also a number of pop culture-related stores, with collectible figurines, DVDs, maid cafes and more. Den Den Town is an interesting area, as while during my few years living in Japan and time travelling here before then, I have seen it change, yet continue to hold its charm. #givethanks #givethanks

Osaka is a paradise for anime enthusiasts, offering a mix of mainstream and unique anime merchandise. Whether you're looking for collectibles, models, or a chance to immerse yourself in subculture experiences, these three popular shopping destinations will ensure your anime pilgrimage in Osaka is unforgettable! 1. Den Den Town and Ota Road in Nipponbashi Den Den Town in Nipponbashi is often referred to as Osaka's "Akihabara," with Ota Road being the central anime street. Here, you'll find major chain stores like Animate and Mandarake. Animate sells popular manga and CDs such as "Jujutsu Kaisen" and "Demon Slayer," while Mandarake specializes in second-hand figurines and doujinshi. Smaller shops in the alleys, like Jungle, offer rare models, and Yellow Submarine is known for capsule toys and "Sailor Moon" merchandise. ➡️ Transportation: Take the Sakaisuji Line subway to Nipponbashi Station, then walk about 5 minutes. ➡️ Highlights: A wide variety of products and convenient tax-free services; nearby anime-themed cafes like Maidreamin. ➡️ Tips: Visit in the early morning on weekdays to avoid crowds and bring your passport for tax-free shopping. 2. Pokémon Center Osaka in Shinsaibashi Located on the 13th floor of Daimaru Department Store in Shinsaibashi, Pokémon Center Osaka is a must-visit for anime fans. It offers Pikachu plushies, exclusive capsule toys, and Pokémon-themed apparel. The store also features interactive gaming areas and photo spots, creating a fun atmosphere. Next door, Pokémon Café serves themed dishes like Pikachu pancakes, perfect for an immersive fan experience. ➡️ Transportation: Take the Midosuji Line subway to Shinsaibashi Station, then walk about 3 minutes. ➡️ Highlights: A rich selection of exclusive items, ideal for gifts; family-friendly environment suitable for new fans. ➡️ Tips: Reserve seats at Pokémon Café in advance to save time waiting. 3. Umeda Animate Located in Umeda, Animate is a central hotspot for anime shopping in Osaka. It offers new manga, figurines, and merchandise from series like "One Piece" and "SPY×FAMILY." The store also has cosplay costumes and a doujinshi section, attracting seasoned fans. Nearby stores like Loft and Don Quijote provide anime-themed trinkets, making it convenient for one-stop shopping. ➡️ Transportation: Take the Midosuji Line subway to Umeda Station, then walk about 5 minutes. ➡️ Highlights: Centrally located, perfect for combining with other shopping plans; regularly hosts autograph sessions and other events. ➡️ Tips: Check Animate's official website for event information and bring cash for small transactions. Additional Tips: ➡️ Timing: Weekdays are quieter for shopping; avoid weekends and Golden Week. ➡️ Transportation: Use the Osaka Metro Pass for unlimited subway rides across different areas. ➡️ Recommendations: Nipponbashi is ideal for bulk shopping, Shinsaibashi focuses on Pokémon, and Umeda offers convenience and quick access. Bring cash and a shopping list, and keep an eye on limited-edition items during peak sales periods. These three destinations cover both mainstream and exclusive anime merchandise, ensuring your Osaka anime shopping adventure is packed with excitement!

There was no chance to visit Osaka and I went to many tourist attractions around. I was very impressed and happy, such as the World Heritage Village in Rakakawago, which is as beautiful as you can see in the picture. If it snows heavily, it should be the most beautiful. And what is indispensable is the relatives who have to take a picture with the Glico sign, which is an important landmark in Osaka. If you don't come, it's like you haven't come. There are many other tourist attractions such as shrines. Many places are beautiful and Kulamon Market is as big as the rumors say. There are many foods to choose from. Buying and selling once is not enough for Osaka, especially for foodies and shoppers. 🏖️ Environment / facilities: very good #Osaka travel #Kuromon Market #Shirakawa-go Village #Gujo Ichiman #Namba Yasaka Shrine

#Address: Nipponbashi5-18-9, Naniwa District, 556-0005

#OctoberTravelSupportEvent #OsakaTravel #DendenTown DendenTown is a place where you can return to your childhood with its many figures, gacha, Gundam, etc. Even if you're not interested in anime toys, you can still have fun with gacha! There's also a maid cafe, so you can have a unique experience, and there are also maid-dressed people doing business on the streets.

Den Den Town is like a quarter-scale version of Akiba, nowhere near as large but still just as full of energy. By being smaller it also feels less hectic and crowded which is no bad thing when you're scouring shelf upon shelf of great merchandise to choose from. Card, game and hobby shops. Very much well worth the visit even if you've spent plenty of time in its Tokyo counterpart. Tons of anime stuff, great street food too. I really recommend trying Taiyaki and Melon bread along the way, chicken sticks. #songkran2024#mytravelhacks#cherryblossom2024#historicallandmarks#localguides#familytrip#trip#instatravel#goodfoods#foodphotography#langkawi#chinatown#ipoh#temples#familyfun#siemreap#edinburgh#คาเฟ่ห้ามพลาด

Japan has always been one of my bucket list destinations and last year I finally got the chance to visit! 📍 Den-Den Town, Nipponbashi is located in Osaka, Japan This area is Osaka’s answer to Akihabara in Tokyo, but a much smaller space with less stores. Here you can find everything related to anime, cartoons, hobbies, and literally anything to do with Japanese pop culture. The types of merchandise range from DVDs, games for different types of consoles, cards and more. Even if you don’t like anime it’s a really cool area to explore with lots of vibrant signs! #osaka #osakatrip #japan #japantrip #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip

#June Travel Support Fund Event There are many stores selling not only figures but also other hobby products. Even for the same product, the price is slightly different in each store, so if you go around and look around, I think it is a place where you can have a chance to buy good products at a good price.

#TravelSupportEvent Even if you're not a nerd, this is a fun street to visit Character goods, various electronic products, DVDs, adult comics, goods, etc. A place that anime enthusiasts often visit [Osaka Denden Town] 4 Chome-12 Nipponbashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka-fu 556-0005

Background: We live near Shinsaibashi. So, take Shinsaibashi as the starting point and take a walk. Save transportation costs. Route plan: Namba Yasaka Shrine→Nipponbashi Street Sweeping→Tsutenkaku→Tennoji Street Sweeping→Dotonbori Shinsaibashi 1Namba Yasaka Shrine Business hours: 9:00-17:00 You can go earlier. There are many people. You must seize the opportunity to take pictures when there is no one. In fact, it is very small, just a statue. It is enough to check it in. 2 Nihonbashi Most stores open from 12:00 noon. It is very close to Namba Shrine and there are many stores. →Animate has many floors where you can browse. There are a lot of grains and comic books. The top floor is a second-hand shop. The prices are a bit high. You can compare prices on Xianyu before buying. There are some millets in front of the left side of animate. There are some trash baskets in front of the store that you can search (there is Surugaya) →KBooks There are categories on the trash baskets to make it easy to find chikawa is expensive → Compass has doujin and millets. →Suruga-ya Otomekan may be hard to find in the two streets behind the main road of Nihonbashi, as there are many doujinshi! 3Tsutenkaku It’s not far from Nihonbashi! We felt there was no need to go up so we just checked in at the foot of the tower! It looks great when viewed from a distance! It’s hard to take pictures if you get close. 4Tennoji Just walk straight ahead from Tsutenkaku There is a gigo store next to Q's mall. I tried to catch it several times but failed, so I gave up Q's mall is very big. It seems that there are two chikawas (no rabbits at all) Ito Yokado 2F → Village Vanguard 3F → CARNIVAL 3F It is not a specialty store for chikawa, so there are not many things. 5 Dotonbori Take the train from Tennoji We didn’t go in because there were only some food 6 Shinsaibashi It’s on the same street as Dotonbori. We didn’t go deeper because we had visited it the day before (see the first day for details) It takes more than ten minutes to walk back to the hotel from Shinsaibashi. The train transfers and route maps in Japan are indeed a bit complicated for me. If you feel like you have gone the wrong way, be sure to use the real-life map function of Google Maps or use translation software to ask the staff! ! ! This method saves you money and does not require you to go back and forth, and it has no other disadvantages except that it will kill you! If you have any questions, please ask in the comment section

"Ramen Suki" is a Jiro-style ramen shop located in the Nihonbashi area of ​​Namba. This is Ebisu-cho Station, on the same street is Pomier, which is famous for its super large portions, and along with Ramen Suki, it is now a large portion street. 🤣 I got a regular order with 200g of noodles! Even though it is 200g, it is 200g before boiling, so it is quite a large portion. 🙋‍♂️ The noodles are medium-thick and the soup is quite salty! The char siu is quite thick, and the garlic and spiciness are placed on the table so you can adjust it yourself. 🙋‍♂️ The strong saltiness is a punch, so I was a little worried about whether I could finish it, but I ate it all in one go. ♪ I couldn't finish the soup because I was thinking about what would happen later, but I think many people will become addicted to this. 😊 Thank you for the meal! #NambaGourmet #NambaLunch #Ramen

To all the anime lovers out there, never dare miss going to Nipponbashi. This shopping district in Naniwa-ku, Osaka offers a huge number of stores selling anime merchandises, Manga copies, figurines, games, and many more. Otakus, such as myself, treats this place as heaven. If you cannot go to Akihabara is Tokyo, you can always go to Nipponbashi to fulfill you Otaku dreams. #wintergetaway