Kushitei at Yodobashi Ikebukuro East Exit reopened on October 1 as the kushiage izakaya Sakaba Kushitei, with 5-, 7-, or 12-skewer platters and seasonal autumn skewers.
DOG VILLA KOTO Kyotamba, a dog-friendly inn in Kyoto Prefecture, is opening a new special room called "Momiji" in November 2026, where guests can enjoy a private chef's kushikatsu course alongside their dog; bookings open September 1, alongside a limited-time plan offering up to 30% off existing rooms.
Starting May 14, 2026, Sushi Sake Sakana Sugidama is holding a limited-time campaign featuring dishes lavishly topped with fish roe and meat — a great excuse to keep the indulgence going after Golden Week.
From takoyaki in Dotonbori and kushikatsu in Shinsekai to fresh seafood at Kuromon Market, this neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide covers the best street food in Osaka, with specific shop recommendations, prices, hours, and a suggested one-day eating route.
Plan your Osaka trip with this practical guide to the city's top 20 attractions. From Dotonbori's neon-lit food scene and Osaka Castle's hilltop views to the retro lanes of Shinsekai and Umeda's rooftop gardens, here's everything you need to know about getting around, what to eat, and where to go.
Starting February 1, 2026, Bar19 on the 19th floor of Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station will serve the "OSAKA FUSION" cocktail, a playful drink that transforms from cola flavor to kushikatsu sauce taste.