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Shinsekai
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Shinsekai
A retro Osaka neighbourhood beneath Tsutenkaku Tower, known for kushikatsu restaurants, cheap eats and a lively old-town atmosphere.
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Shinsekai, meaning 'new world', is an old entertainment district in Osaka centred on Tsutenkaku Tower. It has a working-class, nostalgic feel that contrasts with the glitz of Dotonbori.
What to expect
Narrow streets of small restaurants, game halls and signs, busy in the evening.
What to eat
Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), fugu restaurants, udon and cheap izakaya food.
Visitor tips
- At kushikatsu shops, do not double-dip in the shared sauce.
- Go in the late afternoon and stay for the lights.
- Hours vary by shop.
