American Village

I quickly wander around in this neighbourhood after dark. Compared with other part of Osaka, it is dirtier. But my impression is not always negative. It's like Tokyo's Harajuku because of its fashion, style colour and vibe.

A trendy area known for its American culture inspirations. There are a lot of vintage clothing stores and rock bars. Definitely an area mainly frequented by young people. The main square that acts as a meetup/hangout spot is extremely dirty. There is spilled alcohol and half smoked ciggarettes all over the ground and graffiti everywhere. This probably isnt helped by the people cleaning up pouring half empty drinks straight onto the ground.

Amazing shop for watches. The workers there are extremely friends and fun. They have tons of options. Ended up getting an 1970s omega TV dial & a 1970 RADO.

Very lively environment. Something to do always, and so many places to purchase gifts for you and the family. Nothing opens early here, but I promise you that it will fulfill your night adventures!

The style is very West Coast-style, with a wide variety of items and diverse choices, making it a paradise for hip hop enthusiasts.

If you’re in to vintage clothing and thrifting, Amerika-mura is the place for you. There are countless shops selling anything from various new streetwear items to old imported American clothing. All at different price points too. There are subtle nods to the US all around the neighborhood, like a small Statue of Liberty replica on a rooftop. Very accessible from either dotonbori or shinsaibashi. Cool place to visit especially if you like streetwear.

Stepping into American Village, the distinct and energetic vibe immediately set it apart from the other areas I've explored. Surprisingly, it possessed a more subdued atmosphere compared to the bustling Kobe Chinatown or even the Kobe Motomachi. While some stores offered original and new clothing designs, the majority showcased a fascinating array of vintage apparel, clearly establishing it as a haven for the young and those with a penchant for American-inspired trends.

American village is a combination of various streets with fashion stores and eatery. Brands such as Quick Silver, Clarks original, Oakley, hiphop styles can be found here. Get here easily via subway Shinsaibashi station.

Amerikamura / Osaka -- If you want to know where the Gen Z kids hang out in Osaka, the hippest of Japan's urban centers, this be da place, and it's just north of Dotonbori (review: https://yelp.to/KWghFYv36U). I won't speak for Jamie W., but I'm way too old to be here beyond a casual stroll and an Instagram snap or two. I don't think I'm in need of hip-hop wear or clothing that the purveyors considered vintage just because it was made before the millennium. There were also American-style fast food options if you've grown tired of okanomiyaki. I liked the funky lampposts (photo: https://yelp.to/tUiWJSCIPA). Our one bright spot was the impossibly tall soft serve cone at Shiroichi Shinsaibashi (review: https://yelp.to/KmPz9Cirw4). However, my lingering memory will always be the amount of cigarette smoke wafting through Triangle Park, the crowded concrete rest area that serves as ground zero. RELATED - Exploring Japan? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2qrUBZo

Pretty cool place and easy to find. One stop before Dotonbori- we stopped here to find the enormous cotton candy and ice cream. Recommend to come here if you are looking for these places. I have Yelp reviews on them outside of this review. This is more for the younger crowds in their 20s- music, clothing, etc.