Namba

Ebisubashisuji:

Ebisubashisuji area is Osaka's premiere shopping center. This area is unique as it combines chain retail stores and trendy boutiques with expensive department stores

and top designer fashion labels.

Opening & Closing Hour:

Hours vary by store typically from 10.00am or 11.00am to around 6.30pm - 9.00pm

Directions:

The nearest station from Ebisubashisuji is Namba Station, roughly 4 minutes walk away. The most prominent way to get to Namba Station is by Midōsuji Line.

Hozenji:

Hozenji is a small but busy temple in Osaka that's known for its moss covered deity Fudomyo. Fudomyoo is the kami of fury. He is a popular kami who is thought to protect people from evil. It's also generally believed that he grants wishes. The statue of Fudomyoo at Hozenji sits in front of a fountain. It's customary to pour water on the kami as an act of purification. The statue has been drenched in so much water that it has become completely covered in moss. Beyond its mossy statue, Hozenji has a packed schedule of ceremonies, rituals and events. It's small but lively.

Opening & Closing Hour:

Hozenji is open 24 hours.

Directions:

The nearest station from Hozenji is Namba Station, roughly 5 minutes walk away. The most prominent way to get to Namba Station is by Midōsuji Line.

Hozenji Yokocho:

Hozenji Yokocho is a short alleyway with izakaya, bars and small eateries known as Hozenji Yokocho Alley. As small as it is, this is among the most famous nightlife districts in Japan. It attracts local authors, musicians, artists and actors.

Opening & Closing Hour:

Hozenji Yokocho is open 24 hours.

Directions:

The nearest station from Hozenji Yokocho is Namba Station, roughly 5 minutes walk away. The most prominent way to get to Namba Station is by Midōsuji Line.

Namba City:

Namba City is a shopping mall have various shops and restaurants that is worth checking out. Namba City have a cinema, amphitheater and a rooftop garden. The 6th floor is made up of numerous restaurants including some Korean, Italian, and Vietnamese places.

Opening & Closing Hour:

Shops: 11.00am - 9.00pm

Restaurants: 11.00am - 11.00pm

Directions:

The nearest station from Namba City is Namba Station, roughly 3 minutes walk away. The most prominent way to get to Namba Station is by Midōsuji Line.