Osaka Shopping Guide｜Popular Routes Recommended (A Must-Read for Beginners)

Shopping Guide For first-time shoppers in Osaka, we recommend two main areas: 1. Shinsaibashi & Namba - Shinsaibashi Shopping Street: Osaka's busiest shopping street, featuring UNIQLO, GU, Daimaru Department Store, and drugstores (Matsumoto Kiyoshi, OS Drug). Perfect for affordable fashion and beauty products. - Dotonbori: Shop while taking Instagram-worthy photos (like the Glico sign). Don Quijote (open 24 hours) is highly recommended for bargain hunting. - Amerikamura: A trendy hub for the youth, filled with vintage shops and unique boutiques. 2. Umeda - Hankyu & Hanshin Department Stores: High-end brands and Japanese cosmetics counters. - GRAND FRONT OSAKA: Focused on lifestyle goods and tech products, with a flagship MUJI store in the North Building. - Lucua: A favorite among young women, offering a wide range of Japanese fashion brands. Tips: - Compare prices before buying drugstore items, as prices vary greatly in Shinsaibashi. - Remember to claim tax refunds at department stores (minimum purchase of 5,000 yen required).