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Featured Destination on Select Anime Japan Tours vacations.
During the month of March, the streets of Denden Town in Nipponbashi are closed off for the Osaka Street Anime Festa. This lively anime-themed street festival celebrates Osaka's thriving otaku and cosplay culture, featuring thousands of cosplay fanatics, music performances, vendors, and fans of anime & manga. The road is closed off and reserved for pedestrians and stalls, with many cosplay artists parading down the open street. Photos are welcome, and guests are encouraged to join in the cosplay fun. It's no secret some of Japan's best cosplay artists come to the Street Festa to show off their skills, before heading East to enjoy the thrills of AnimeJapan (both events are typically held within a week or two). The cosplay parade also features
qualifiers for the World Cosplay Summit, which makes the cosplay a must see while at the festival!
The street festival is held in Osaka's Nipponbashi neighborhood, which is often considered the Akihabara of Kansai. Along the Den Den Town, you are bound to find all things related to anime, manga, video games, technology, figurines, collectibles, books, costumes, and much more. There's plenty of cosplay to appreciate, or join the fun yourself with a quick rental from the local Animate nearby. There's also plenty of vendors to browse from, and because you're already in Osaka, be sure to give Takyoayki a shot.
Add Nipponbashi's lively Street Festa to your Anime Japan Tour in March for the ultimate cosplay experience. Make the most of your anime vacation with one of the best cosplay events Osaka has to offer!
The Largest Anime Festival in the World
Enjoy a meal with Pikachu as you enjoy Pokemon-themed foods, drinks, and desserts.
Large shopping mall specializing in anime and character goods
Buy officially licensed goods and products of the characters featured in Weekly Jump
One of the Largest Most Popular Anime Chain Stores in Japan
Pokemon Fans reminisce their childhood with Pikachu
Museum Designed by Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki in Tokyo
Prepare to be into an endless dream as Demon Slayer
Osaka's largest shopping district and delicious street food
Explore Nintendo World with Mario & friends!
Story about "Gon Freecss" challenges the hunter exam to meet his father.
Hello Kitty meets Universal Studios Japan with an exciting attraction and exclusive merchandise.
Iceborne XR Walk attraction at Universal Studios Japan
Tower with The Floating Garden Observatory offering a great view of Osaka
First Universal Studios park in Asia; features the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Known to be a more dangerous area of Osaka with higher homeless rates but great food
The video game giant now has an official merchandise store for all your Capcom needs
Adventure of a school girl as she transforms into Sailor Moon
Prepare to be into an endless dream as Demon Slayer
World biggest game show in Tokyo
Buy officially licensed goods and products of the characters featured in Weekly Jump
Flagship Nintendo Tokyo store to fulfill all your Nintendo merchandise goods
Considered one of the best aquariums in Asia
SAO theme foods and drinks inspired by the characters
Naruto was serialized in Shonen Manga magazine in Japan
Pokemon Fans reminisce their childhood with Pikachu
Life-size Gundam Model Standing 72 ft Tall
One of a kind theme park, combining both movie sets and interactive attractions.
The cafe with maids waitresses and treat the customers as their masters
Museum Designed by Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki in Tokyo
One of the Largest Most Popular Anime Chain Stores in Japan
Premier figurine and model kit store and exhibit
Popular shopping district also known as Osaka's Kitchen
Giant Godzilla head in Shinjuku for a spectacular photo op of an iconic character
SQUARE ENIX’s game theme cafe
The sacred place of Otaku culture - Anime, Manga, Game, Costume Shops
Popular game developed and published by Square Enix
Dive into the Monster Hunter world and enjoy a few drinks, some food, and game time.
Center of Japan's otaku culture in downtown Tokyo
Popular nightlife and entertainment area; iconic Glico display
Central city of West Japan; Dotonbori and Shinsaibashii districts are among the most popular spots of Osaka
the go-to stop for gamers or collectors looking for classic consoles
Hello Kitty meets Universal Studios Japan with an exciting attraction and exclusive merchandise.
Recover some HP and MP by taking in some Dragon Quest-inspired foods and drinks
A second life-size Gundam statue, a classic RX-78-2, has been unveiled in Yokohama
Come to Tongari Island and hang out with the Mugiwara Crew!
Official goods shop was opened in Harajyuku
The center of Japan's most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles
Play arcade games such as fighting games, Space Invaders, and Rampage
Consists of noodles, soup, toppings, each with a great variety of choices
Race around town in true Mario Kart style!
Largest retail store selling toys, novelty goods and stationeries
Highest-quality Attack on Titan VR
Experience the world of miniature models of Sailor Moon, Evangelion and more
The world’s most beautiful digital art museum
The Tallest Television Broadcastine Tower in The World
Shinkansen - Fastest Safest Train
interactive experience where you can learn the tricks and trade of Japan's ninja
Incredible desserts and extra kawaii street fashion shops
Sushi dishes are presented to the customers on a conveyor belt
A full view of Tokyo 202 meters above the ground
Exclusive Evangelion products
Newly opened observation deck overlooking the Shibuya Scramble Crossing and all of Tokyo.
One of Best Seller Japanese mecha anime television series
New and used games and other merchandise such as anime song & video software, figures!
Robots battle while lasers, flashing lights and trance music encompass the room
Museum offers a historic overview on Japanese animation.
100 Yen Shops have become increasingly popular in recent years.
The entrance of Japan’s transportation which is made of red brick
Interactive Museum on Cup Noodles Where You Can Make Your Original Cup Noodle
Themed-Restaurant based on the world of One Piece
Konbini are convenient stores that can be found everywhere in Japan
Small ball shaped snacks made with flour, egg, and octopus
Savory Japanese pancake consisting of batter made from flour, eggs, cabbage
Okonomiyaki with noodles included as a layer
Deep-fried skewered dish in made with various meats, seafood, and vegetables.
Japanese bite-sized fried chicken; Popular among children and great appetizer
Melon Bread - Popular Japanese Bread
Japanese Beef Bowl
Sushi dishes are presented to the customers on a conveyor belt
Hiroshima style okonomiyaki with a thin crepe and noodles
Japanese thick noodles made from wheat flour
Wide selection of Japanese culinary delights & seasonal flavors
Popular snacks in Japan, especially among younger teens in Harajuku
Udon topped with abura-age named after Foxes
Popular Japanese Sweet and Souvenir of Tokyo
Japanese dish with Western influences, omelette over fried ketchup rice
Bento Boxes Sold at Train Stations
Okinawa noodles served with soki, boneless pork ribs
Osechi Ryori are traditional Japanese New Years dishes served in jūbako
Japanese comfort food evokes nostalgia to their mother and grandmothers' cooking.
Master Sushi Chef of Jiro Dream of Sushi
Served with rice and the sauce contains various vegetables
Known for its emphasis on seasonality of food, quality of ingredients and presentation
Japanese confectionery made from kuzu starch and red bean paste
Japan has a large selection of local foods and regional specialties.
