[2025 Osaka Attraction] Travel Guide for Shinsaibashisuji (Updated Mar)

Shinsaibashi is located in the central district of Osaka City. It is the largest commercial and shopping district in Osaka. With Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street as the center, it stretches from Nagahori-dori in the north to Dotonbori in the south. It is home to many boutiques, specialty stores, restaurants and large shopping malls. There are bustling Residents and tourists from morning to night. In addition to shopping, tasting authentic Osaka cuisine is also a great pleasure. You can eat Japanese cuisine such as Osaka-yaki, skewers, takoyaki, ramen, etc. You can also taste the flavors of other parts of Asia and Europe and the United States. There are also cinemas, theaters and other entertainment facilities here, which is a good place to experience Osaka's nightlife. Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street Shinsaibashi Station is the Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, which runs north-south and is about 600 meters long. It has a closed light-transmitting arcade, so you can go shopping without worry even if it is windy or rainy. The slate sidewalks, British-style street lights and rows of brick buildings are elegant in style, and it is also called the "European Village". From large department stores, century-old shops to affordable shops, there are all kinds of fashionable clothes, cosmetics, bags, jewelry, groceries, food, etc., which is very suitable for travel shopping. You can also stroll in the alleys next to Shinsaibashisuji Shopping Street, where you will find some interesting shops. On Dotonbori Ebisuji Bridge, you can see two nearly century-old "Snow Seal" and "Glico Runner" signs, which are a major symbol of Shinsaibashi. Remember to take a photo (Japanese dramas such as "Hanzawa Naoki" were also filmed here). Every night, the colorful neon lights and flashing billboards make this place full of Unlimited vitality. If you walk to the north side of the station, you can reach the Minamisenba area, where many world brand stores are concentrated, such as Cartier, Chanel, Hermes and other brands. Tokyu Hands Department Store has a large number of daily necessities and stationery products to choose from. There is also Crysta Nagahori, which is Japan's largest underground shopping street with good lighting. Natural light can shine directly in, creating a bright and comfortable shopping environment. To the south of the station is Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store, which has a nostalgic historical architectural style and an elegant atmosphere. Not only can you buy many world brands, but also many affordable daily necessities. Shinsaibashi OPA across the road is a famous fashion shopping mall in the Shinsaibashi area, with about 110 stores such as fashion, jewelry, shoes and hats, and cosmetics. Continue south to reach Suocho-dori, an east-west street that crosses Shinsaibashisuji Commercial Street and Midosuji Street. On both sides are elegant European clothing stores, unique cafes, Dining, etc. The atmosphere of the entire block is elegant and quiet. It is very pleasant to come here for shopping, drinking coffee and watching the street scene. American Village To the west of Shinsaibashi is the American Village, which is home to many eclectic and fashionable clothing stores, thrift stores, record stores, and various clubs and other entertainment facilities. The New York street elements are strong here, and you can see fashionable girls and hip-hop boys everywhere, representing the fashion culture of young people in Osaka. Dotonbori Walk south along the Shinsaibashi-suji shopping street to the end and you will reach Dotonbori. This is the birthplace of the "eat until you fall down" food culture that Osaka people call. There are many Dining and they are very popular. The famous Kani Doraku "Big Crab Sign" is the symbol of Dotonbori Food Street. You must try the delicious food here. Although most restaurants are not big, the quality of the food is not reduced.