Osaka has been known as the nation’s kitchen（Tenka no Daidokoro） since the Edo period（1603-1867), attracting ingredients from all over Japan. That’s why Osaka remains a city of food to this day. Providing cheap, delicious food is Osaka’s creed—that’s Osaka.
When it comes to food, even Kyoto, popular with tourists, can’t compare.Among these, the basement food halls of department stores (known in Japan as Depa-chika) are also where Osaka locals, who have an insatiable appetite for delicious food, gather.
At Osaka’s northern gateway, Hankyu Department Store and Hanshin Department Store sit right next to JR Osaka Station.Before visiting the usual tourist spots, you’ll have a fun time checking out these two Depa-chika.Since Hankyu’s food hall and Hanshin’s food hall are just steps away in the underground mall, it’s a good idea to visit both. But be careful when you’re hungry—you might end up buying this and that.
Hankyu Department Store’s Basement Food Hall
Hankyu Department Store has a slightly upscale feel.
Hankyu Department Store
https://www.hankyu-dept.co.jp/honten/floor/floorb1.html
Hanshin Department Store’s Basement Food Hall
The Hanshin subway food court has a slightly folksy feel.
Hanshin Department Store
https://www.hanshin-dept.jp/hshonten/floor/floorb1.html
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