Shinsekai Market

Another vibrant and bustling shopping area in Osaka, somewhat similar to Dotonbori with all the big food signage but with less crowd and a smaller area. It provides retro vibes and old charm. However here the highlights on the various gatcha shops, shooting galleries, archery galleries . There are also various eatries and street foods around and sovenirs and shops a few drugstores too. Famous food which can be found here include kishikatsu from the well known Kushikatsu Janjan and premium wagyu beef from Yakinku Manno Tennoji. There is also a specilaity store selling Pringles with special flavour unique here. Another famous not to be missed landmark here is Tsutenkaku Tower.

Really fun and colourful place for photos and food. Be mindful however most eateries don't open till at least 11.30am so if you come here early in the morning it will be nice and quiet which is fantastic for photos!

The market was actually a small shopping street that stretched from Ebisu station to Tsenkaku Tower. There were also many smaller alleys connecting to it, with shops and local restaurants surrounded. The area was quite good and worth to explore in Osaka.

This spot had such a cool vibe—felt like stepping into a little slice of Osaka right in Tokyo. I didn’t try the skewers this time, but the rest of the food hit the spot. What really stood out were the fun little games they had around the market—it gave the whole experience a playful, nostalgic feel. Super laid-back, and the energy was great. Definitely worth checking out if you want something casual with a local twist.

Shinsekai is definitely for tourists, but fun to explore. It’s like other parts of Osaka, but like the 80’s. They have all the shooting games and specialise in the fried sticks. It’s fun to stop off at but not a must.

Shops on the street itself is quaint and interesting. Seems to cater to the tourists. What is interesting is that it has an observation tower on one end and the restaurants at streets near the observation tower has colourful facades. I felt it is a bit distinctive for Osaka.

I recently visited Shinsekai Market, and it was an enjoyable and vibrant experience. Conveniently located near the station, it’s also close to other popular attractions like Tennoji Zoo and Tsutenkaku, making it an ideal spot to include in your itinerary when exploring Osaka. The market is full of life, with a great mix of shops, restaurants, and street vendors. It’s a lively area where you can feel the retro charm of Osaka while enjoying modern conveniences. The variety of food available is impressive—you can find everything from classic Japanese dishes like kushikatsu to international flavors, all freshly prepared and delicious. One of the highlights for me was the clean and well-maintained streets, which made it a pleasant place to walk and explore. The market is well-organized, and the vibrant atmosphere adds to the overall experience. Whether you’re hunting for unique souvenirs, sampling street food, or just soaking in the local culture, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Shinsekai Market is quite happening, with a steady stream of locals and tourists creating a dynamic, energetic vibe. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy a meal, take photos, and experience a slice of Osaka’s unique personality. If you’re visiting nearby landmarks or just looking for a fun and flavorful outing, Shinsekai Market is definitely worth a visit. Come hungry, as you’ll want to try a bit of everything!

While it was a beautiful spot to take photos, there wasn't much to do there besides buying food. It felt lacking in shopping or activities.

The Shinsekai Market area is an interesting one for sure. You would have to actually get here at exactly the right time for it to be super busy, but otherwise, it's mostly a fairly lower foot traffic area, with many shops opened for short amounts of time throughout the day. The main Shinsekai Market is actually just a small stretch of the market in this shopping area after you get out of the station. The market is, really nothing spectacular, and I would just recommend going to Kuromon if you were just in a mood for shopping at a full on market, and getting that experience. This small shopping area is not the main Shinsekai epicenter of activity, so it's really more of a walkway more than anything. There are a few restaurants here that I'd recommend, but for the most part, the big hitters are really towards the back end as you head close to the Zoo entrance, so outside of a couple of places, I wouldn't dawdle here too much.

It's a convenient shopping center next to Tsūtenkaku, and it also serves traditional food.

This is another way from the subway Ebisucho station to the Tutenkaku Tower. I visited here yesterday, but most shops closed. Maybe they were holiday on Monday. The entrance is very showy. A large vinyl curtain with yellow and orange vertical strips is hanged. It is very Osaka-like. At the entrance meat shop stands. You can eat ham cutlet, Tsutenkaku croquette and other fried foods here. I was interested in Tsutenkaku croquette. However it takes a little time to fry one. Because I wanted to eat the croquette which had just finished frying, I gave it up. Fruits or vegetable shops, fish market, health products shops and the like are lined side by side. Each shop has its own individual atmosphere. It is a short arcade. But you can really feel that you are in Shinsekai.