Situated on the 9th floor of Osaka’s Shinsaibashi Shopping District, Daimaru Department Store presents a different atmosphere compared to typical department stores found in South Korea. While traditional department stores in Korea generally handle clothing and accessories, often focusing on luxury brands, Japanese department stores also allocate space for selling “character goods,” creating an eye-catching experience. “Jump Shop at Osaka ...

In Japan, various electronics and appliances superstores can be found, akin to electronic megastores like “Hi-Mart” in South Korea. One such establishment with a similar concept is the “Bic Camera” store. Found throughout Japan, it’s natural to come across Bic Camera in major cities like Osaka. Especially in the Namba area, renowned as a representative shopping district in Osaka, you ...

A common sight in Japan is the general store known as “Don Quijote.” Unlike other markets or department stores neatly organized into sections, Don Quijote takes a different approach. It places various miscellaneous goods in a haphazard manner, creating a concept that feels like a treasure hunt. The store is densely packed with a wide range of products. These stores ...

In the Osaka Namba area, particularly right in front of the entrance to “Doguyasuji Shopping Street,” you can find an unusual building. As you stroll down the street, you’ll notice people holding signboards, enticing passersby – reminiscent of the lively atmosphere around HyeHwa Station near Daehakro in Seoul, South Korea. This place is, in fact, a significant location in Japanese ...

In the vicinity of Osaka Namba Station, you can find various department stores and malls, and “Namba City” is one of the shopping malls you can explore in this area. Namba City is connected by subway from Osaka Namba Station, boasting high accessibility. Namba City is a shopping mall located from the basement 2nd floor to the 2nd floor above ...

In Japan, it’s easy to find various general and variety stores. It’s convenient for shoppers as they gather and sell various items in one place. “Village Vanguard” is one such general store chain that operates as a bookstore. In reality, Village Vanguard doesn’t focus much on books. Instead, it mainly deals with clothing, miscellaneous goods, and daily necessities. Despite being ...

In Japan, unlike South Korea, it’s easy to find large department stores or variety stores operated by major companies. “Loft” is one such variety store and is operated as a franchise, making it easily accessible in various locations. The concept is simple: it’s a place that gathers and sells various lifestyle goods and miscellaneous items. “Loft at Osaka Namba Parks” ...

Namba Parks is a shopping mall connected to Osaka’s Namba Station. Not only is it one of the largest shopping malls in the vicinity, but its unique building structure, featuring a central void and a long, curving design, is also impressive. Visitors can find various franchise cafes, clothing stores, accessories, and more. “A Shopping Mall at the Heart of Osaka ...

After exploring Osaka’s Den Den Town, lunchtime quickly approached. In Japan, having a meal on time often involves a substantial wait. As most Japanese restaurants are relatively small, and the population density is not significantly different from ours, it’s common to spend quite a while waiting to dine promptly. In the situation of dining alone, I wasn’t keen on waiting ...

Osaka’s Den Den Town is a renowned hub of subculture, often compared to Tokyo’s Akihabara. Initially starting as an electronics market, Den Den Town gradually transformed into a subculture epicenter, featuring stores dedicated to animation and similar works, much like Akihabara. Comparatively, it exudes a vibe similar to Yongsan Electronics Market or the Southern Terminal Shopping Area in South Korea. ...

Japan can be considered a paradise for subcultures, with stores selling products related to subcultures found all over. Animate is one such specialty store dealing with various products related to manga and animation. Operating as a franchise, it can be found throughout Japan. In Osaka’s Den Den Town, you can also find Animate, situated in the heart of Den Den ...

In Japan, the subculture known as otaku culture has flourished, with Tokyo’s Akihabara standing out as the pinnacle of this subculture. Similarly, in Osaka, you can find a place with a vibe akin to Akihabara, and that place is called “Den Den Town.” Den Den Town is a representative electronics shopping district in Osaka, which has also evolved into a ...