🌟 The charm of Osaka: Shinsekai Shopping Street and Tsutenkaku, bustling day and night 🌇🌃

In Osaka, there's a place that blends nostalgic street culture with delicious local cuisine 🍜: Shinsekai Shopping Street and Tsutenkaku Tower! Not only are these places great for scenic views, but they're also the perfect place to sample Osaka's unique cuisine. 🎡🎊

✨ Attraction Information

🚗 Getting There: Take the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line to "Dobutsuen-mae" Station. Follow the signs and walk a few minutes to Shinsekai Hondori Shopping Street.
🕒 Hours: Shinsekai is generally open all day, but most restaurants and shops open from 9:00 or 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM or late at night. 🌠 Tsutenkaku Tower is open from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and the special outdoor observation deck is open from 10:00 AM to 7:50 PM. 🗼

✨ Features of Shinsekai Shopping Street

1. Retro and nostalgic atmosphere: The entire area retains the charm of old-world Osaka, earning it the nickname "Osaka's down-to-earth neighborhood." 🕰️
2. Eye-Catching 3D Signs: The shopping streets boast exaggerated and ornate signage, and at night, the lights shimmer, creating a lively, festive atmosphere. 🎇
3. A hub for local cuisine: This area boasts a wide variety of restaurants, especially those like "Ganso Kushikatsu Daruma," which offers Osaka-style kushikatsu (skewers), as well as local specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki. 🍢
4. Diverse Entertainment Facilities: In addition to delicious food, there are also cultural facilities like a traditional amusement park, a Go and Shogi club, and the Asahi Theater. 🎠

✨ Features of Tsutenkaku Tower

1. An Osaka landmark: Located in the Shinsekai area, Tsutenkaku Tower is a prominent symbol of Osaka. 🏙️
2. Observation Deck and Night View: Visitors can take the elevator to the observation deck for a breathtaking view of the city, especially at night. 🌌
3. Thrilling Slides: The newly added "TOWER SLIDER" giant slide lets you quickly slide down from a height for a thrilling experience. 🛝
4. Osaka Mascots: Inside, the lucky charm Billiken is enshrined, and visitors can touch its soles for good luck. 🧧 The love charm I drew at Tsutenkaku was a pink Billiken, so cute, and it truly boosted my love luck! 💖
5. Conan Movie Set: Tsutenkaku was the setting for Kaito Kid's classic performance in the Conan movie "The Magician of the Century." Fans shouldn't miss this! 🎬

✨ Recommendation Rating: 4.5/5 👏

This trip allowed me to not only enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also savor delicious food and experience the unique culture of Osaka. It's definitely worth a visit! Come to Shinsekai Shopping Street and Tsutenkaku and experience the charm of nostalgia and delicious food! 🍣

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