Osaka, especially namba and shinsaibashi is home to a plethora of foreign-owned establishments. Here are some of the ones that I recommend depending on what you are in the mood for.

There are so many restaurants and cafes in Osaka and the surrounding prefectures. Which are actually recommended by locals and not just a tourist trap.

Cafe LA is in namba/shinsaibashi surrounded by international bars, clubs, nightlife. Here are some recommendations when you want to go clubbing in the area.

Many tourists come through the cafe and tell me where they have been and their experiences whether they recommend it or not. Using that information and the local experience, here are some curated spots we recommend you check out!

So you want to find some activity to do while you are in Japan or hang out with some locals. Maybe play some board games, sports, or language exchange. Here are some recommendations you can check out!

Are you vegan? Japan doesn’t have many options but the available ones are delicious. Here are some vegan spots curated by locals.