Popular tea brand opens at Namba Walk! The store opened on March 27.

Information has been received about a new store opening in Osaka!

Gong cha Namba Walk store — Provided image.

A new Gong cha store has opened on the 2nd Street South Passage of Namba Walk in Chuo Ward, Osaka City.

Gong cha is a popular tea brand originating from Taiwan, known for using high-quality tea leaves. Its appeal lies in the ability to freely customize drinks and toppings, and it features a wide menu including classic milk teas and seasonal limited drinks.

The newly opened ‘Gong cha Namba Walk Store’ benefits from the high convenience of being located in an underground shopping arcade, making it easily accessible regardless of the weather and perfect for a visit while shopping.

Why not take this opportunity to try the wide variety of teas and drinks at the ‘Gong cha Namba Walk Store’?

Information has been received about a collaboration project between ‘Kushikatsu Dengana’ / ‘Kushikatsu and Sake Dengana’ and the idol group ‘SKE48’, running until April 30, 2026.

This collaboration was realized because many SKE48 members are fans of Kushikatsu Dengana.

In Osaka City, the participating store is ‘Kushikatsu Dengana Osaka Ekimae Dai-4 Building 2nd Store’ located in the Osaka Ekimae Dai-4 Building in Kita Ward.

As part of the collaboration, limited-edition menu items and special benefits that reflect the world of SKE48’s teams are available, adding a special touch to the usual kushikatsu experience.

Furthermore, collaboration goods available only here are also on sale!

Why not take this opportunity to enjoy the collaboration food and drinks with the popular idol group SKE48 at ‘Kushikatsu Dengana Osaka Ekimae Dai-4 Building 2nd Store’?

Please note that ‘SKE48×Dengana da ze’ operates on a full reservation system. For details on how to make a reservation, please check the official information.

Information has been received about a new store that opened in Osaka!

A new Crocs store has opened on the 5th floor of Shinsaibashi PARCO in Shinsaibashi-suji 1-chome, Chuo Ward, Osaka City.

Crocs is a globally popular footwear brand active in everyday use and leisure scenes.

The lineup includes the classic clog

Osaka

Osaka is a major port city in western Japan, historically known as the nation’s commercial capital since the Edo period (1603-1868), when its merchant culture and rice markets flourished. Today, it is a vibrant modern metropolis famous for landmarks like Osaka Castle—originally built in the 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi—and its dynamic food scene, particularly street foods such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

Namba Walk

Namba Walk is a modern underground shopping and dining complex located beneath Namba Station in Osaka, Japan. It was developed in the 1990s as part of a major urban renewal project to connect the bustling Namba district’s transportation hubs and commercial areas. Today, it serves as a vibrant, convenient passageway lined with shops and eateries, reflecting Osaka’s energetic urban culture.

Chuo Ward

Chuo Ward is one of Tokyo’s 23 special wards, located in the heart of the city and historically known as the commercial and financial center. Its history dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868) when it developed as a bustling merchant district around the Nihonbashi bridge, which marked the start of Japan’s major highways. Today, it is famous for landmarks like the Tokyo Stock Exchange, the upscale Ginza shopping district, and the historic Tsukiji Outer Market.

Taiwan

Taiwan is an island in East Asia with a rich history shaped by indigenous cultures, centuries of Chinese settlement, and periods of Dutch, Spanish, and Japanese colonial influence. Today, it is known for its vibrant democracy, technological industry, and distinct cultural identity. The political status of Taiwan is a complex and sensitive international issue, with the People’s Republic of China claiming sovereignty over the island, while Taiwan’s government maintains its own administration and operates as a separate entity.

SKE48

SKE48 is a Japanese idol girl group based in Nagoya, which was formed in 2008 as the first sister group of the wildly popular AKB48. Following AKB48’s “idols you can meet” concept, it maintains its own theater in the Sunshine Sakae building for daily performances, helping to cultivate a dedicated local fanbase. The group has been a major force in the Japanese entertainment industry, producing numerous hit singles and launching the careers of many prominent members who later became stars in their own right.

Kushikatsu Dengana

Kushikatsu Dengana is a popular restaurant chain in Osaka, Japan, specializing in *kushikatsu*—deep-fried skewered meat, seafood, and vegetables. Founded in 1929, it is credited with helping to popularize this iconic Osaka street food, offering a traditional dining experience where patrons enjoy crispy skewers with a shared dipping sauce.

Kushikatsu and Sake Dengana

“Kushikatsu and Sake Dengana” is not a single historical site, but a popular dining and drinking district in Osaka, Japan. The area is famous for its many small restaurants, or *dengana*, specializing in *kushikatsu* (deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables) and sake, reflecting Osaka’s long-standing reputation as a city of vibrant street food and merchant culture. While the individual shops are modern, the culinary tradition itself dates back to the early 20th century in the nearby Shinsekai district.

Shinsaibashi PARCO

Shinsaibashi PARCO is a major shopping complex located in Osaka’s bustling Minami district, which first opened in 1970 as part of the national PARCO chain. It is renowned for its focus on youth-oriented fashion, pop culture, and avant-garde trends, having played a significant role in shaping the area’s identity as a hub for modern Japanese street style and subcultures.

Popular tea brand opens at Namba Walk! The store opened on March 27.

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