Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum | Review by wendy

When traveling to Osaka, you definitely can’t miss the extremely popular okonomiyaki restaurant Ajinoya Honten! Their okonomiyaki is made with plenty of domestically grown cabbage, and just thinking about it makes my mouth water! We went before the usual mealtime, but there was already a huge line outside. We waited for over an hour before finally getting a table. Its popularity is no joke!

My sincere advice: Make a reservation in advance! The reservation fee is absolutely worth paying! When your reservation time arrives, you can go straight inside without waiting in the walk-in line, saving you a ton of time. It’s really worth it!

This time, we ordered the okonomiyaki set, and every dish was satisfying. The teppan-fried noodles were especially good, with a wonderful aroma and rich sauce. The noodles smelled so good sizzling on the griddle, and I couldn’t stop eating them! Paired with piping-hot okonomiyaki and a cold alcoholic drink, it was simply the perfect combination!

When you come to Osaka, you absolutely can’t miss 551 Horai’s pork buns, the soul food of the Kansai region! Every time I pass by the store, there’s always a line. Even if it means waiting a while, people are happy to do so for a taste of this delicious treat.

Fresh out of the steamer, the pork buns have a fluffy, soft exterior with a hint of sweetness. Inside, they’re filled with juicy, flavorful pork and onions. They’re meaty and piping hot, and with every bite, I like them even more!

This isn’t a flavor that ordinary convenience store food can replace. It’s a classic local favorite that Osaka residents know and love. They’re great whether you enjoy them yourself or take some home to share with family and friends.

This time I visited Nagaya Omurice. The restaurant is bright and comfortable and specializes in tender, fluffy omurice. Just thinking about the fluffy egg paired with a rich sauce was enough to whet my appetite!

I ordered one of the restaurant’s signature dishes, the White Omurice (JPY 900). The egg was fluffy, soft, and delicate, paired with a generous amount of ketchup. Every bite had a familiar and comforting flavor. It’s a simple dish, but delicious and satisfying!

If you’re shopping around the Osaka Station area, consider stopping by for an affordable and delicious Japanese omurice to add another wonderful memory to your Osaka food trip!