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[Bar Information] The legendary standing bar, Kyobashi's "Toyo," will retire. A new system will be in place from 2026.

Izakaya Toyo is a legendary standing bar in the back alleys of Kyobashi, Osaka, that draws long lines every day. It has been featured in media both in Japan and overseas, and its renowned chef, who captivated fans both at home and abroad with his dynamic technique for grilling tuna over a burner, has finally announced his retirement. 202...

2025.11.21

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[Closed] Tennoji's long-established soba restaurant "Fukagawa" closes

Tennoji "Sobadokoro Fukagawa" The long-established soba restaurant "Fukagawa" located in Tennoji, Osaka City, near Shitennoji Temple, will close its doors on Saturday, November 22nd, after a long history. Thank you for your hard work over the years. X @sakura_sawamura Shop Information...

2025.11.13

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[BOOKS] The December issue of "Meets Regional" is "Exciting! Tasyu Sakaba."

Countless restaurants will open in 2025. Recently, there have been many "successful" restaurants with clearly defined targets, and for better or worse, we are living in an era where marketing takes precedence. Now, more than ever, we need to focus on restaurants that are open to consumers of all ages and genders...

2025.11.02

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[Closed] Nishinari's long-established udon restaurant "Sukeroku" will close at the end of this year

Nishinari "Sukeroku" Founded in 1950 (Showa 25), the long-established udon restaurant "Sukeroku" in Nishinari Ward, Osaka City, will be closing on Tuesday, December 30th due to the owner's advanced age. While there are only about two months left until the closure, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for their hard work over the past 75 years of business.

2025.10.21

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[Insider News] 10th Anniversary! "Rokkaku Seiji's Nomitetsu Main Line Japan Trip Special Live & Talk" to be held in Fukuoka and Osaka!

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the popular program "Seiji Rokkaku's Nomitetsu Main Line Japan Trip," currently airing on NHK BS/BSP4K, an event called "Seiji Rokkaku's Nomitetsu Main Line Japan Trip Special Live & Talk" will be held in Fukuoka and Osaka, where you can enjoy the program's music with live performances and talk.

2025.10.16

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[Blog/Simmered Mist] A blackboard display that surpasses the pavilion at the World Expo! Kitakagaya "Oku"

北加賀谷「おく」昼の14時から開いている創業半世紀になる北加賀屋の人気酒場。前日の閉店1時間前、一か八か、滑り込みで入れるか行ったもののしっかり断られ、本日は鼻息荒めの口開け一番乗り。 L字カウンターのネタ...

2025.10.15

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[Tama Channel] Let's go to the famous Masamuneya! A parade of specialties and rare items that will keep you drinking

Tama-chan wanted to visit the Aiaibashi branch of Masamuneya on her Osaka trip. We ate, drank, laughed, and got totally drunk on adult castella, ghost cakes, oden shumai, and more. Needless to say, we were totally stunned the next day. Masamuneya Aiaibashi Branch...

2025.10.05

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[Closed] Osaka Nihonbashi's famous large-portion restaurant "Asachan" closes

Nihonbashi "Asachan" "Choimeshi Asachan," famous for its large portions in Nihonbashi, Osaka, closed on Tuesday, September 30th. Thank you for your hard work over the past 25 years. X @cyoimeshi_asach MAP Choimeshi ...

2025.10.02

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[Closed] Shinsekai's "Azuma Shokudo," famous for its clear stew, closes

Azuma Shokudo, a famous stew udon restaurant in Shinsekai, founded in 1953 (Showa 28), will close its doors on Sunday, October 19th, marking the end of its 70-year history. We thank you for your hard work and dedication to providing a flavor that has been loved for so long.

2025.09.28

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[Blog/Nikomi Mist] Even though it's far from the station, it's always full! Experience the true power of a real bar at Awajiya Direct Sales Store

Awajiya Direct Sales Center in front of Higashiichiba Market Heading north from Higashiichiba-mae Station on the JR Yamatoji Line, you'll find Higashiichiba Market, which supports the food needs of Osaka residents. A further 10 minutes' walk from there will bring you to the Awajiya Direct Sales Center, a striking green tent with a well-worn shop curtain hanging from it. The tent...

2025.09.27

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[Bar Information] Noda Hanshin's "Ueda Onsakaba" is currently closed

Ueda Onshuzo, a long-established bar in Noda Hanshin, will be closed for the summer from Friday, August 1st. It seems that it will be closed from August to September. Ueda Onshuzo (Ueda Onshuzo) 2-11-4 Ooaki, Fukushima-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 553-0007

2025.09.21

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[Event Information] Fine sake from 26 breweries across Japan gather in Osaka! "Washoku Festival @ Osaka Bay Tower" to be held in October

Washu Festival @ Osaka Bay Tower The Washu Festival Osaka Executive Committee, which supports regional revitalization, will hold the 12th Washu Festival @ Osaka Bay Tower on Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th, 2025. The venue will be Osaka Bay Tower, directly connected to Bentencho Station on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line and JR Loop Line.

2025.09.07

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[Closing] Minamihorie's "Narikinya Shokudo" closes after 75 years of history

Minamihorie's "Narikinya Shokudo" Founded in 1950 (Showa 25), the long-established restaurant "Narikinya Shokudo" in Nishinagahori closed its doors on Thursday, July 10th, after 75 years of history. Thank you for your hard work over the years. X @jazgra MAP Narikinya Shokudo...

2025.09.05

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[POP-UP] Satsuma Sake Brewery's "Saikyo" Pop-Up in Osaka | Experience the pairing of refreshing aromas with food

Experience a refreshing coolness like never before! Osaka Pop-Up Event for Authentic Shochu "Ayahibiki" Satsuma Shuzo Co., Ltd. (Makurazaki City, Kagoshima Prefecture) will be holding a pop-up event featuring authentic sweet potato shochu "Ayahibiki" for four days from September 12th (Friday) to the 15th (Monday, national holiday) at "Organic" in Shinsaibashi, Osaka.

2025.09.03

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[Pop-up] Sapporo Beer opens "THE PERFECT Black Label BASE" for a limited time in Umeda, Osaka

THE PERFECT Black Label BASE The Perfect Black Label experience event, "THE PERFECT Black Label BASE," will be held at LINKS UMEDA in Umeda, Osaka City from June 19, 2025 to January 12, 2026.

2025.06.22

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[Closed] Imazato's long-established local Chinese restaurant "Tadakui" closes

Tadakui, a local Chinese restaurant in Imazato, Osaka City, which was founded 47 years ago, closed on April 21st. Thank you very much for your hard work over the years. Gogai NET MAP Chinese Restaurant Tadakui 537-0013 Higashinari-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture...

2025.06.09

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Relocation] Tanimachi Furusato, a long-established udon store in Tanimachi 9-chome, relocates to Nihonbashi.

Tanimachi Furusato, a long-established udon restaurant that has been a favorite in Tanimachi 9-chome, Osaka for about 50 years, will close its doors on May 28, 2025 and relocate to Nihonbashi. The relocation is due to aging, and the new restaurant will be located near the Osaka Metro Nihonbashi station and is scheduled to open on June 8. ...

2025.05.31

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Nishinari "Yamaki" has been closed for a long time, but a sign on the storefront reveals that it is closed.

A notice has been posted on the storefront of Yamaki, a popular hormone restaurant in Nishinari-ku, Osaka City, which has had its shutters closed since August 2023. A great place for a standing drink where you can enjoy delicious hormone and kimo at a reasonable price....

2025.05.01

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Expo] Suntory develops "World KANPAI Beer," a beer with customer participation through the Osaka/Kansai Expo.

World KANPAI Beer Suntory is developing World KANPAI Beer, a participatory product development program for the Osaka-Kansai Expo. The base beer is now on sale at the venue in order to complete the beer incorporating feedback from Expo visitors. 4...

2025.04.24

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[Expo] Grand opening of "EXPO Sakaba Honten," a hub in the city where people from all over the world gather! Opening event will be held for three days from April 11th

Demoexpo, a general incorporated association, will open its EXPO Sakaba Kita and Minami branches on Friday, April 11th. EXPO Sakaba aims to be a "hub for the city where people from all over the world gather" during the Expo, serving as a place where diverse cultures and values intersect, attracting tourists and...

2025.04.10

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