Shinsaibashi

Osaka
Shinsaibashi
Experience a shopper’s paradise and symbol of downtown Osaka as you explore the bustling arcade where brightly colored storefronts display the latest fashion trends.

Shinsaibashi is one of Osaka’s oldest and most exciting shopping districts, containing a huge range of brand-name stores, independent retailers and fashion boutiques. Explore a roofed arcade that extends nearly 2,000 feet (600 meters) across the city’s downtown district and experience the lively energy of this landmark destination.

Dating back to the Edo period, Shinsaibashi’s history as a shopping area stretches back nearly four centuries. The area has long drawn locals and visitors to its bustling stores and today it has a reputation as being one of Osaka’s most fashion-forward destinations. Make your way down the extensive arcade and check out the brightly illuminated displays. Take in the exciting atmosphere as you join the crowds of shoppers exploring the stores and peruse the collections of clothing, accessories, homewares and souvenirs. You’ll find well-known labels, exclusive brands and up-and-coming fashion boutiques among the stores along this busy strip.

Explore the street’s western area to visit America-mura Village, an area that has been popular with younger shoppers since the 1970s. The western section gained its reputation for importing American-made clothing, records and goods. Today it is still a hotspot for Western-style fashion. Admire its brightly colored murals and the illustrations that adorn the walls of this shopping area.

If you’re feeling in need of a pick-me-up, you’ll find a wide range of restaurants and cafés serving quick snacks and refreshing drinks. Enjoy Osaka street-food specialties, including okonomiyaki pancake or takoyaki octopus balls.

While in the area, be sure to check out the nearby upmarket shopping districts of Horie and Minamisenba. Den Den Town in Nipponbashi has a huge range of electronics and gaming items.

Shinsaibashi is the shopping strip that connects the central Osaka areas of Umeda and Namba, and is bordered by the Dotonbori Canal. The district is free to visit at any time of the day and is an exciting place to shop, dine and people-watch. The Shinsaibashi district is easily accessible via the subway station of the same name.


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Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
3.5 out of 5
1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is S$93 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
S$93
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,051 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Staff was friendly & made an effort to try to help us when we had questions. The free breakfast was good. Room is small as expected (note that you cannot open your luggage all the way unless it’s in the bed) you make it work though and it’s not too bad. Location is great close to ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar,2024

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Hotel Nikko Osaka
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4 out of 5
1-3-3 Nishi-shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is S$192 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
S$192
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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9/10 Wonderful! (2,826 reviews)
"The hotel was easily accessible to Kyoto station and within a short walk, which made it easy to arrive via train and see the city. The hotel is nice, but I would say slightly on the dated side, but is well maintained and the staff very attentive. The hotel had a lot of guests that were part of tour ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

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Cross Hotel Osaka
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4 out of 5
2-5-15 Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is S$344 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
S$344
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9 Apr - 10 Apr
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
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"Short stay, but perfect experience. Most beds in Japan are hard as a rock. These were soft. You can sink into them. Wonderful sleep."

Reviewed on 25 Mar,2024

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4 out of 5
2-7-12 Shinsaibashi-Suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is S$288 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
S$288
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17 Apr - 18 Apr
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
"Don’t think you can find a better hotel in a better area. It was the perfect place to stay in Osaka!"

Reviewed on 23 Mar,2024

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Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
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4 out of 5
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The price is S$184 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
S$184
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,352 reviews)
"Second time here. Really worthy of another return in the future."

Reviewed on 25 Mar,2024

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3.5 out of 5
1-1-35 Shibata 1, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is S$123 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
S$123
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,374 reviews)
"Conveniently located near train and bus station. Multiple people at reception to help so no wait time to check in. Great view from my room."

Reviewed on 24 Mar,2024

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4.5/5(55 area reviews)

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