Nipponbashi, Osaka

Name: Nipponbashi
Address: Osaka, Japan

#188 among attractions in Osaka

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Nipponbashi is a shopping district of Naniwa Ward, Osaka, Japan. The area is centered along Sakaisuji Avenue, extending from the Ebisu-chō Interchange of the Hanshin Expressway in the south, to Nansan-dōri in the north. Known colloquially as "Den-Den Town," Nipponbashi is known for its many shops which specialize in furniture, tools, and "otaku" interests such as electronics, anime, manga, and collectibles. Nipponbashi is often compared to Akihabara Electric Town, its equivalent in Tokyo. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°39'60"N, 135°30'26"E

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Nipponbashi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dōtonbori, Amerikamura, Shinsaibashi, Shitennō-ji.

~1780 ftNW
Popular district for dining and theater
Dōtonbori, Osaka
9 min walk • Dōtonbori is an iconic shopping district in the heart of Osaka, Japan, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and an array of dazzling neon lights. This bustling area, which runs along the Dōtonbori canal, is a feast for the senses, offering a multitude of...
0.6 miNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Amerikamura, Osaka
16 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Osaka, Japan, lies Amerikamura, a vibrant shopping district renowned for its unique blend of Japanese and American cultures. Often referred to as "Amemura" by the locals, this energetic enclave draws in both tourists and residents with...
0.6 miNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Shinsaibashi, Osaka
16 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Osaka, Japan, Shinsaibashi emerges as a premier shopping district renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse retail offerings. This iconic area serves as a magnet for both locals and tourists, providing an extensive array of...
1 miSE
Buddhist temple dating to 593 A.D.
Shitennō-ji, Osaka
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~1560 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Namba, Osaka
8 min walk • Namba is a bustling district in the heart of Osaka, Japan, known as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. Famous for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse shopping options, Namba encompasses several shopping centers, each with its own unique...
1 miS
Iconic tower with an observation deck
Tsūtenkaku, Osaka
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0.6 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, Osaka
15 min walk • The Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, known as Edion Arena Osaka for sponsorship reasons, stands as a testament to the city's passion for sports and entertainment. This multifunctional indoor arena, located in the bustling heart of Osaka, Japan, is a hub for a wide variety...
1.1 miS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts, Osaka
30 min walk • The Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts is a museum located in Tennōji Park, Tennōji-ku, Osaka, Japan. The museum focuses on Japanese and east Asian art.
1.1 miS
Manicured city space with cafes
Tennoji Park, Osaka
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1 miS
Classic 12th-century Buddhist temple
Isshin-ji, Osaka
25 min walk • Isshin-ji is a Pure Land Buddhist temple in Osaka, Japan. Starting in the Meiji period, thirteen images have been formed, each incorporating the ashes of tens of thousands of devotees.
0.5 miSW
Skyscraper, Shopping centre, Shopping
Namba Parks, Osaka
12 min walk • Namba Parks is an office and shopping complex located in Namba-naka Nichome, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Japan, the south of Namba Station on Nankai Railway.

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Which popular attractions are close to Nipponbashi?

Nearby attractions include National Bunraku Theatre, Osaka (4 min walk), Hōzen-ji, Osaka (7 min walk), Shōren-ji, Osaka (7 min walk), Sōemonchō, Osaka (8 min walk).

How to get to Nipponbashi by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nipponbashi:

Metro

Nippombashi • Lines: K, S (2 min walk)
Namba • Lines: M, S, Y (12 min walk)

Train

Kintetsu-Nippombashi (3 min walk)
Namba (10 min walk)

Bus

NANKAI NAMBA bus terminal (10 min walk)
Minatomachi Bus Terminal (18 min walk)

Tram

Ebisu-cho • Lines: Hn (24 min walk)