Unique Kitchen Treasures from Osaka： Shopping Guide for Sennichimae Cooking Shopping Street

　Osaka is famous as a 「city of food.」 The Sennichimae Cooking Shopping Street in Osaka is home to 62 shops selling cooking utensils. There are a wide variety of products, ranging from utensils for use by professional chefs to utensils for domestic uses.
　This shopping street offers souvenirs that are pleasing to the eye, in addition to cooking utensils.
　A visit to this street is recommended to:
　・Those looking for a souvenir unique to Japan.
　・Those wanting to make cooking more enjoyable.
　・Those looking for a small decorative item for their home.
　・Those wanting to take home a memento of their trip to Osaka.

　Here are some recommended products:
■Japanese-style Souvenir 1：Cold-Reacting Mt. Fuji Flat Sake Cup (Hirahai) (1,980 yen each)　【Senda Glass Tableware】

▲The above two cups show the appearance before cold water is poured onto them, while the below two show how they look after cold water is poured. You can enjoy the color-changing effects.

　These are small glasses designed for drinking sake. When filled with a cold beverage, the images of Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms inside the glasses change in color, revealing a snow-capped Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms in full bloom. You can enjoy the scenery—quintessentially Japanese—while savoring your drink.

■Japanese-style Souvenir 2: Chopstick Rest　Short Mizuhiki Cutlery Rest GD/528yen（tax included）【Osakashikki】

　A chopstick rest is a small accessory used to hold chopsticks. When dining, the visual appeal of the table is just as important as the food itself; using a chopstick rest makes the table setting look elegant. This product features a design inspired by 「mizuhiki」 — decorative cords used for celebratory occasions in Japan. Small and lightweight, it makes an excellent souvenir.

■Japanese-style Souvenir３：Sushi Food Replica　【Design Pocket Osaka Honten】

　Food samples are realistic replicas of dishes often displayed outside restaurants. There are around 300 varieties available—including sushi, ramen, and tempura—that look just like the real thing. They make excellent souvenirs to commemorate the meals you enjoyed in Japan. You can also try your hand at making your own food sample at the shop.（※Advance reservation required for the workshop）

　■Japanese-style Souvenir４:Maneki-neko (Beckoning Cat)/1,200 yen（tax included）　【Kagetsudo】

　The maneki-neko (beckoning cat) is a Japanese figurine said to bring good luck. They are commonly displayed at the entrances of shops and homes. The store stocks over 100 varieties of these figurines, making them a great choice for anyone looking for a quintessentially Japanese souvenir.

■Souvenir to Make Cooking Fun: Copper Tamagoyaki Pan　【Ebisuyakanamno】

▲Pictured in foreground）Rectangular type：9,988 yen/18cm; Square type: 8,877yen/13.5cm

　This cooking tool allows you to make tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet) with a beautiful shape. Made of copper, it conducts heat efficiently, helping you create delicious omelets.
　Key features include:
　・It shapes the omelet into a perfect square.
　・It is available in 14 different sizes.
　・It looks stylish enough to display in your room when not in use.

■Souvenir to Make Cooking Fun２： Akita Cedar Bento Box　7,000 yen（tax included）　【Taruko Goto Shoten】

　This bento box is crafted from Japanese Akita cedar. Each one is handmade by artisans. It offers a variety of uses:
　・As a bento box.
　・Storing accessories.
　・Holding small items.
　・Displaying as a room decoration.
　You can enjoy the natural beauty of Japanese wood.

■A souvenir perfect for display： Handmade 100% linen Noren Curtain　【Marusan】

▲Left）Ramen：9,800 yen, Right）Sake：18,400 yen

　A Noren is a fabric curtain hung at the entrance of a shop or room in Japan. It serves as a privacy screen, making it difficult to see inside from the outside. They are also popular as interior decor for walls. Designs featuring Japanese kanji characters or illustrations are popular among international visitors as well.

■Souvenirs to Remember Your Osaka Trip： Aprons & T-shirts　【Mitakaya】

▲Left）Ramen T-shirt：1,980 yen（tax included）　Right）Takoyaki apron：3,520 yen（tax included）

　These aprons and T-shirts feature food-themed designs. There are approximately 500 different designs available, showcasing popular Japanese foods such as ramen and takoyaki. They make for great souvenirs to help you remember the delicious meals you enjoyed in Osaka.

■Popular Photo Spot 1： Yakan (Kettle)　【NAKAO FACTORY WORKS＆COFFEE STAND】

　A Yakan (kettle) is a tool used for boiling water. They have long been used in Japan. You can find kettles in a wide variety of shapes and designs in shopping streets.

■Popular Photo Spot 2： Japanese Swords　【Sakai Ichimonji Mitsuhide】

　The shopping street features spots perfect for taking photos; the display featuring a Japanese sword is a particularly popular location. Be sure to snap a picture to commemorate your trip to Osaka.

■To Visitors from Abroad
　The Sennichimae Cooking Shopping Street is home to 62 shops specializing in culinary goods. The mere look at cooking utensils will make you have fun. You can also try your hand at activities like making realistic food replicas. It is a highly recommended spot for those looking for unique Japanese souvenirs. Please be sure to stop by when you visit Osaka.

■Location of Sennichimae Cooking Shopping Street
　10 Sennichimae, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City
　　※For more information about the shopping street, please visit the official website.