https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/author/lucy-dayman/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:00:20 +0000 en-au hourly 1 https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/zeroku-hommachi https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/zeroku-hommachi Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:09:04 +0000 This 110-year-old hang-out was one of the city's earliest rice cracker and ice cream stores — and it's still kicking.

]]> This 110-year-old hang-out was one of the city's earliest rice cracker and ice cream stores — and it's still kicking.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/rikuros-namba https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/rikuros-namba Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:08:31 +0000 Cheesecake isn't a traditional Japanese food, but Japan does cheesecake better than most. Visit this cosy cafe to see for yourself.

]]> Cheesecake isn't a traditional Japanese food, but Japan does cheesecake better than most. Visit this cosy cafe to see for yourself.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/yard-coffee-craft-chocolate https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/yard-coffee-craft-chocolate Tue, 19 Dec 2023 02:16:21 +0000 Artfully brewed coffee, craft bean-to-bar chocolate, and a sleek interior — this hang-out blends modern style with a traditional Japanese artisan ethos.

]]> Artfully brewed coffee, craft bean-to-bar chocolate, and a sleek interior — this hang-out blends modern style with a traditional Japanese artisan ethos.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/restaurants/izakaya-toyo https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/restaurants/izakaya-toyo Tue, 19 Dec 2023 02:15:10 +0000 A simple but buzzy street food-style izakaya serving delicious meals and plenty of character, too. Try the tuna cheeks.

]]> A simple but buzzy street food-style izakaya serving delicious meals and plenty of character, too. Try the tuna cheeks.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/wad https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/wad Tue, 19 Dec 2023 01:45:46 +0000 Get a taste of elegant traditionalism at this minimalist cafe driving classic local sweets, tea and a very zen vibe.

]]> Get a taste of elegant traditionalism at this minimalist cafe driving classic local sweets, tea and a very zen vibe.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/brooklyn-roasting-company-namba https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/brooklyn-roasting-company-namba Tue, 19 Dec 2023 01:38:06 +0000 Born in Brooklyn and re-interpreted by Japan's third-wave coffee experts, this effortlessly cool chain offers the best of both worlds.

]]> Born in Brooklyn and re-interpreted by Japan's third-wave coffee experts, this effortlessly cool chain offers the best of both worlds.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/restaurants/takoyaki-wanaka-dotonbori https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/restaurants/takoyaki-wanaka-dotonbori Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:30:00 +0000 This lantern-adorned corner store sells some of the best takoyaki in the city, a great option for a snack on the run.

]]> This lantern-adorned corner store sells some of the best takoyaki in the city, a great option for a snack on the run.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/food-drink/meet-out-tokyos-australian-run-restaurant-showcasing-one-dish-one-wine-and-one-artist https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/food-drink/meet-out-tokyos-australian-run-restaurant-showcasing-one-dish-one-wine-and-one-artist Sat, 16 Sep 2017 03:44:59 +0000 One of the city's most interesting dining experiences actually comes from Melbourne.

]]> One of the city's most interesting dining experiences actually comes from Melbourne.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/food-drink/food-2/a-guide-to-the-wonderful-world-of-japans-fast-food https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/food-drink/food-2/a-guide-to-the-wonderful-world-of-japans-fast-food Tue, 18 Jul 2017 02:13:22 +0000 From $6 ramen and sushi delivered by conveyor belt to takeaway burgers — yes, burgers.

]]> From $6 ramen and sushi delivered by conveyor belt to takeaway burgers — yes, burgers.

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