Osaka Tsuruhashi Market gradually developed as residents from the Korean Peninsula gathered in the area, and it has now become one of Osaka’s most iconic Korean districts. As you walk through the market area, both sides of the streets are lined with Korean restaurants, kimchi shops, Korean food stores, and general merchandise shops. The aroma of barbecue and spices fills the air, making it feel as if you’ve arrived in Korea in an instant. When you get tired from walking around, stop by a Korean restaurant for a bite. Enjoy some barbecue and Korean side dishes while taking in the lively, down-to-earth atmosphere of the streets.
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Osaka Tsuruhashi Market
The market still retains the retro atmosphere of the time just after Japan's war (World War II).
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The market consists of not one but six markets and a shopping district that still retains the retro atmosphere of the time immediately after Japan's war (World War II). The market boasts a total of about 800 stores, including barbecue restaurants, Korean food stores, and specialty stores selling dried foods, daily necessities, and fresh fish. It is also famous as a market where chefs have come to stock up for centuries. The appeal of this market is that you can buy professional quality ingredients at reasonable prices.
In addition to enjoying shopping, you may also be able to feel the "human warmth" of Japan through communication with the shopkeepers.
There are also many stores where you can taste fresh seafood, so we recommend you enjoy walking around and eating. It is also easy to access from the Kintetsu Tsuruhashi Station.
Highlights
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A market where you can enjoy the retro atmosphere.
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A variety of specialty stores line the street.
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A market where you can enjoy grilled meat and seafood.
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Easy access to the market for sightseeing in Osaka.
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The retro atmosphere of a time just after the war has been preserved
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Osaka Tsuruhashi Market
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You can buy professional quality ingredients at reasonable prices
Reviews
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Some reviews are AI-translated.
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The sidewalks are packed with all kinds of goods on display. I really enjoy this kind of shopping vibe—feels just like what I'm used to.
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This market sells a lot of Korean food.
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I came shopping here at the end of the year after four months away.
It was so lively, I couldn't believe there were this many shops!
Glad I made the trip.
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The market is really clean and there's barely any fishy smell.
Details
- Name in Japanese
- 大阪鶴橋市場
- Postal Code
- 537-0024
- Address
- 3 Higashiobase, Higashinari-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
- Tel
- 06-6971-2465 (Tsuruhashi Market Promotion Association)
- Admission
- Free
- Closed
- Please check the official website for details.
- Business hours
- *Depends on the store. Please check the official website for details.
- Access
- A short walk from Tsuruhashi Station (Kintetsu, JR, Subway Sennichimae)
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)