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Nipponbashi

Nipponbashi

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Nipponbashi, often called "Den Den Town," is Osaka's electric paradise. This district is a haven for tech enthusiasts, anime fans, and anyone looking for unique gadgets and pop culture treasures. It's Osaka’s answer to Tokyo’s Akihabara, packed with stores selling electronics, computers, and everything otaku.

Walking through Nipponbashi, you'll be dazzled by the neon signs and storefronts brimming with the latest tech. Shops here range from tiny stalls to multi-story complexes, offering everything from rare electronics components to the newest gaming consoles.

Anime and manga lovers will find their paradise here. Nipponbashi is filled with stores dedicated to anime merchandise, cosplay outfits, and collectibles. Whether you’re hunting for a limited-edition figure or the latest manga series, this is the place to be.

The area also boasts numerous themed cafes, where you can enjoy a meal served by staff dressed as your favorite characters. These cafes offer a fun and immersive experience, perfect for fans of Japanese pop culture.

Nipponbashi hosts the annual Nipponbashi Street Festa, one of Japan's largest cosplay events, attracting fans from all over the world. The streets come alive with colorful costumes, live performances, and a festive atmosphere.

Hours:

The district is accessible 24/7

Individual store hours vary, typically 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Closed:

No closing days

Available:

All year

Minimum Age:

All ages are welcome

Fees:

Free


Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Phone
+81 6-6655-1717
Website
www.nippombashi.jp

The area

Address
4 Chome-9 Nipponbashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0005, Japan

What other travelers are saying about Nipponbashi

I personally think it was overrated because its just a shopping district and its very overcrowded. Maids are scattered in this street attracting customers. I personally think the hidden gems are hidden in this small alleyway inside of Nipponbashi denden town.
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May 6, 2025
Had a lot of cool merch, plenty of anime/manga stores and lots to do in the area but it’s become a bit of a tourist trap with a lot of foreigners coming to shop so they’ve gouged the price a bit in recent years compared to when I went in 2019 but so did the rest of the country so :’) can’t blame em. Only downside is that since there’re so many tourists, the area has become pretty… questionably smelly 😃 Just beware of the stink when coming inside shops and bring a mask/vapor perfume inhaler of choice lol
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joanne
Apr 22, 2025
I love to walk along this street with full of figures shop. As time fly, I have been here before every time I visit I feel the same. I love Japan toys street
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sally cha
Apr 22, 2025
There was lots to do in Den Den town of you like anime, manga, and other pop culture stuff! This place is great because it isn't as crowded as Tokyo and still manages to house a lot of great shops with better prices than Ikebukuro and Akihabara. There is also lots of food choices and convenience stores in the area so there's no need to feel like you have to leave. While this place is great for hobby stores, there isn't as much variety like in Tokyo but it definitely feels like the perfect balance between crowds, prices, and stores.
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C Luna
Mar 18, 2025
Great area in Osaka for hobby enthusiasts who like models, anime, action figures, video games and adult dvds. A smaller version of Akihibara but in Osaka
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Patrick Leung
Feb 25, 2025


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