Osaka S Cuisine

Osaka is famous for Takoyaki, savory octopus-filled batter balls, cooked in a distinctive round mold, and topped with takoyaki sauce, bonito flakes, and seaweed. ¹⁾

Another Osaka specialty is Okonomiyaki, a savory pancake made with flour, shredded cabbage, meat or seafood, and topped with okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise. ²⁾

Negiyaki is similar to Okonomiyaki but features a higher ratio of green onions (negi). It's a flavorful variation often enjoyed in Osaka. ³⁾

Osaka is known for Kushikatsu, deep-fried skewers of meat, vegetables, or seafood. They are typically breaded and served with a tangy dipping sauce. ⁴⁾

Takosen is a popular street food in Osaka, consisting of small octopus (tako) and other ingredients sandwiched between senbei (rice crackers). ⁵⁾

Kitsune Udon is a comforting dish featuring thick udon noodles served in a dashi-based broth, topped with sweet fried tofu (aburaage). ⁶⁾

Negiyaki Tamago is a Japanese omelet made with eggs and green onions, often enjoyed in Osaka as a quick and delicious snack. ⁷⁾

While a popular dish throughout Japan, Osaka has its unique take on Katsudon, a bowl of rice topped with a breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, egg, and savory sauce. ⁸⁾

Osaka boasts excellent Yakitori, grilled chicken skewers seasoned with salt or tare sauce, often enjoyed at izakayas and street stalls. ⁹⁾

Horumon refers to grilled offal, a popular street food in Osaka, often seasoned with a special sauce. It's known for its bold flavors. ¹⁰⁾

Zosui is a comforting dish made with rice and a hot broth with vegetables, eggs, mushrooms, and sometimes chicken. It‘s a mild and nourishing meal that helps refuel your energy. ¹¹⁾

Yuba Sushi features delicate layers of tofu skin (yuba) used as a wrapper for sushi rice and various toppings. ¹²⁾

Tecchiri is a hot pot dish in Osaka, particularly in the winter, featuring thinly sliced pufferfish (fugu) cooked in a flavorful broth. ¹³⁾

Kushikatsu Daruma is a well-known kushikatsu restaurant in Osaka, serving a variety of deep-fried skewers, where double-dipping is frowned upon. ¹⁴⁾

Dotonbori Konamon refers to various flour-based snacks found in Osaka's Dotonbori district, including takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and more. ¹⁵⁾