This is VASARA kimono rental store in Osaka Umeda.

Minami in Osaka is a popular tourist spot where you can enjoy wearing a kimono, with many restaurants and shopping options. It is also a great area for sightseeing, with shrines, comedy, and food tours.

[Hozenji Alley]

Have you heard of Hozenji Yokocho, an area with a relaxed atmosphere lined with old-fashioned shops? First, pay a visit to Mizukake Fudo. It is said that the blessings of Mizukake Fudo are boundless, and that he is formless and one with the void and space, and that any blessing can be received depending on the wish of the person who prays! Please try making a wish while pouring water over yourself.

When it gets dark, the lanterns are lit, creating a beautiful scene of them floating in the darkness. It's also recommended at night, as it enhances the Japanese atmosphere. You can also enjoy gourmet food at Hozenji Yokocho. There is a wide repertoire of dishes, including traditional Japanese cuisine, yakitori, yakiniku, kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, zenzai, and soft-shelled turtle dishes. There are also many popular photo spots that make for great photos.

Mizukake Real Estate and Jizo statues in narrow alleys. Other things that go well with kimonos are the large signboard that says Hozenji Yokocho and the short street called Ukiyo-koji located between Dotonbori and Hozenji Yokocho. Why not enjoy the atmosphere of Hozenji Yokocho in a kimono?

[Namba Grand Kagetsu]

Namba Grand Kagetsu is famous as a hall of fame for comedy. Comedy acts and rakugo performances, as well as the most popular Yoshimoto Shinkigeki, are shown every day. You can purchase lunch boxes at the theater, and you can also bring your own.

There is a popular takoyaki shop nearby, so you can enjoy the show while eating this Osaka specialty. They also sell goods with comedian motifs, from general goods to sweets. You may even be able to take commemorative photos with popular comedian characters or see the comedians. There are many ways to enjoy the show other than comedy, so why not come and visit?

[Dotonbori/Soemoncho]

This is a downtown area in Osaka Minami where the famous Soemoncho is located. Dotonbori is known for its Glico sign. It is a classic photo spot in Osaka. It is popular with tourists and foreigners and is bustling every day. Kani Douraku, with its large crab monument, will make you want to take photos. The Don Quijote Ferris wheel, located in the middle of the downtown area, is best seen at night. You can get a panoramic view of the neon streets of Minami. Dotonbori Street is lined with many restaurants serving Osaka gourmet food such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu.

The riverside promenade, Tonbori Walk, is also gaining popularity, so why not take a stroll around the Minami area?

[America Village]

Also known as the Harajuku of the West, it is lined with many shops, including stylish cafes and cute general stores. It is abbreviated to "Amemura" and has about 2,500 stores. In the center of Americamura is Mitsu Park, which is also known as "Triangle Park" due to its shape. It is a convenient place for meeting up, and is a lively place where young people gather. In addition to takoyaki, there are many other gourmet foods that are typical of Amemura, so please enjoy eating them while you walk around. There are also plenty of sweets that girls will be interested in! "Ice Dog" which is a fried bread with soft serve ice cream sandwiched in it, and "Pancakes".

There is also a popular shop selling what is said to be the longest soft serve ice cream in Japan, as well as shops specializing in candy and cotton candy. Every shop is sure to be photogenic. After enjoying your fill of gourmet food, why not take some lovely photos of yourself in a kimono at Mitsu Hachimangu Shrine, a rare shrine located in the middle of town?

The benefits of Mitsu Hachiman Shrine include career success, long-lasting luck in battle, marital harmony, and success in love. Come experience the calm atmosphere that is different from the bustling atmosphere of Amemura.

What do you think? This time we introduced sightseeing spots in Minami, Osaka that you can enjoy wearing a kimono.

Why not take a stroll around Minami in a kimono? It's a tourist spot that's just a 10-minute train ride away from our Osaka Station store. Why not give it a try? And if you're considering renting a kimono, we recommend Kimono Rental VASARA. We look forward to seeing you!

VASARA Osaka Umeda store

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