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Walking along Minami Ebisubashi-suji Shopping Street, a popular shopping spot in Osaka. If you want to feel the atmosphere of a trip to Osaka, this strolling video is not to be missed.
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This video, titled "Walking Along Ebisu Bashi-Suji Shopping Street in Minami Osaka #0035" (大阪ミナミ戎橋筋商店街を歩く #0035), was released by "machiaruki channel." The video shows Ebisu Bashi-Suji Shopping Street in Minami Osaka. For those who want to go to Namba but aren't able to do so, check out the video to get your fill! Of course, those planning to visit Osaka should watch it as well. It's a good reference for making sightseeing plans. At the 3:54, a famous spot in Osaka, Kani Doraku can be seen. It's a great place for taking pictures and shopping! -
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Osaka’s American Village, "Amemura," Is the Epicenter of Youth Culture and Trends! Stroll Through the Fascinating City and Enjoy Fashion, Music, Art, Delicious Food, and More!
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Osaka's American Village, "Amemura"! This video, titled "Strolling in Amemura, Osaka" (大阪 アメ村を散策), shows scenes of Amemura, one of the most vibrant spots for young people, in Osaka's Minami district. American village, commonly known as Amemura (村, "mura" means village in Japanese), refers to the downtown area around Nishi-Shinsaibashi (西心斎橋, Nishi-Shinsaibashi) in Chuo Ward (中央区, Chuo-Ku), Osaka City (大阪市, Osaka-Shi), in Japan's Kansai Region (関西地方, Kansai-Chiho). It's just a 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station, and it's packed with young people and tourists on a daily basis. This article will introduce the history of Amemura, as well as give recommendations on places to visit and things to do in the area! About Amemura Photo:A woman with aviators Osaka's Amemura, featured in the video, was once home to many wealthy merchants in the Edo period (1603-1868 AD). After the 1960s, a coffee shop called "LOOP" was opened here, and young surfers introduced American casual culture to the area. In the 1990s, many shops, such as Tower Records, opened in the area, and the area prospered as the epicenter of trends in the Kansai region. Recommendations for Amemura! Source :YouTube screenshot If you're looking for American casual fashion items in the Kansai area, Amemura is the place to go. In addition to popular vintage clothing and clothing stores, Amemura also has many live music venues. It's a popular destination for art and music as well, making it a hotspot for young people. It's also a great place for tourists to shop for souvenirs, with OPA and Shinsaibashi BIGSTEP offering a wide range of fashion items, Korean cosmetics, and sundries. So it is just perfect for tourists who want to buy souvenirs. Currently, there are approximately 2,500 shops in Amemura. Food and Event Information for Amemura Photo:Takoyaki One of the great things about Amemura is that there are plenty of lunch spots and cafes, and you can enjoy sweets and other delicious food while in the area. The alleyways of Amemura are lined with delicious food, including the famous ikayaki (grilled squid), the Takoyaki restaurant "Koga-ryu Honten," and the original "Ice-Dog" (a hotdog bun filled with soft serve ice cream). You can see some of these shops at 5:20 in the video. We also recommend the bubble tea store "Babytapi," where young people make long lines to get photos for their Instagram. There's also the popular "Sankaku Park" at the center of Amemura. You can see Sankaku Park around 5:10 in the video. A flea market is held in the Sankaku Park area, and there are also exciting performances as well. Summary of Amemura Source :YouTube screenshot Did you enjoy reading about Amemura, the American-themed shopping district in Osaka? This video shows more than 20 minutes of footage from Amemura. There are many hotels that you can stay at at affordable prices near Amemura, so we recommend checking out the area and seeing everything it has to offer! 【Tripadvisor】America Village https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g14127623-d321004-Reviews-America_Mura-Chuo_Osaka_Osaka_Prefecture_Kinki.html -
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Osaka's Tengo Nakazaki-dori Shopping Street: Take a Stroll Through the Retro Town Where the Influence of Showa Is Still Strong! Nostalgic Scenes That Make It Feel as Though You've Time Traveled Back to the Showa Era
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From Tenma to Tengo Nakazaki-dori Shopping Street This video, titled "Strolling through Osaka 2 - Tenma, Nakazakicho – Time travel back to the Showa era!"(大阪の街を歩く(2) 昭和にタイムスリップ!天満~天五中崎通商店街 Walking Osaka 2 - Tenma, Nakazakicho), was uploaded by " Panacealand." The Umekita area around the north exit of the JR Osaka Station (大阪駅: Osaka-eki ) is where urban renewal projects have been promoted and transformed the place into a new town full of high-rise buildings. On the other hand, the area a short ways away from the Osaka Station has off-streets and shopping centers that retain the down town and showa-era atmospheres. This is a 9 and a half minute video shot by a person who actually walked from Tenma Station to the Tengo Nakazaki-dori Shopping Street through Tenma Ekimae Kita Hondori. It feels as if you're actually walking through the retro-inspired street with many Japanese style bars and pubs. Roadside Stands! Source :YouTube screenshot Tenma Ekimae Kita Hondori located immediately north of the Tenma Station is called Uratenma. Many small stores like roadside stands line both sides of the street. Many people enjoy meals or even a slightly early happy hour here. As you can see from the video (1:30), people enjoy drinking in the middle of the day. There are various types of restaurants serving Kushikatsu, Ramen, Yakitori, Pasta, Sushi, and more, all at reasonable prices. What Is Tengo Nakazaki-dori Shopping Street Source :YouTube screenshot If you turn left after walking through the Tenma Ekimae Kita Hondori, you can see the entrance of the back street to the Tengo Nakazaki-dori Shopping Street (3:30). During this stroll, you walk across a famous shopping center called “Tenjinbashiuji Shotengai” (3:45). It's a roughly 400 meter long Shopping street that stretches all the way to Nakazaki Subway Station. Nakazaki-cho eki (中崎町駅: Nakazaki-cho station has various types of eating places serving French, Takoyaki, Sushi, Shaved ice, and coffee. It is also called “Oideyasu Street” and is famous for being “Osaka's Neighborhood Kitchen” . Many kinds of shops, new and old, line both sides of this street. Nakazaki-cho Station, which is a terminal of the Tanimachi Subway Line shown in this video (8:37), is next to the Osaka Station, and is accessible by foot. Summary of Tengo Nakazaki-dori Shopping Street Source :YouTube screenshot We hope you were able to feel the nostalgia of the Shows era through the article and video. The video is actual footage from the Tenma Station to the Tengo Nakazaki-dori Shopping street, so be sure to check it out. You can feel the atmosphere of this street and what kinds of shops there are as well. This area is easily accessible through JR or the Tanimachi Subway line, and even on foot. This place is famous not just among Japanese, but due to its nostalgic atmosphere, it is also a popular spot among foreign tourists. Be sure to check it out if you have the chance! -
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The Kitchen of Osaka - Kuromon Market, Is Lined With Fascinating Shops! It's a Shopping Spot That You Don't Want to Miss if You're Looking to Try Naniwa Cuisine!
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This video, titled "Walking Around Kuromon Market, Osaka's Kitchen #0004" (大阪の台所・黒門市場を歩く #0004), was released by "machiaruki channel." It shows a scene of Kuromon market, a famous kitchen in Osaka. If you are planning to visit Osaka in the near future but don't know where on earth to go, you might want to take a look at this video. You can find out what kind of shops line the market, which will give you ideas on what to do in Osaka. Just looking at the crowded streets might have you feeling like you're already there. The video is under 5 minutes long so it's great if you only have a little bit of time to spare. You might even find a place that fits into your schedule!