Osaka

One of the most famous neighborhoods in Osaka is Shinsaibashi. Although it’s primarily a shopping neighborhood, it’s also a great place to visit for nightlife, restaurants, and cultural attractions. In particular, there are six things to do in Shinsaibashi. Shop in the Arcade Shotengai You can’t visit Shinsaibashi without checking out some of the stores. Shotengai are stretches of stores selling essentials. In some cases, they are covered by a roof, which is called an arcade shotengai. The one in Shinsaibashi runs along the Ebisubashi Bridge and is more than half a kilometer long. It is usually crowded with people visiting clothing stores, buying groceries, and visiting cafés. Buy Souvenirs at Mandarake Grand Chaos Shop If you prefer to head straight to a shop where you can pick up souvenirs and other novelty items, go to Mandarake Grand Chaos Shop. One of a chain of stores, it’s renowned for being among the best. If you like collectibles, you’ll be able to spend hours exploring each of the four floors. There’s a range of merchandise for sale, ranging from manga, cosplay costumes, and trading cards to electronic gadgets and books. Play Video Games at Space Station Return to another era by…