Cultural Experiences
We provide unique Japanese cultural experiences right inside our accommodation. Since the workshops are held on-site, you can easily join without traveling anywhere else. Some activities are also available in the evening, allowing you to enjoy authentic culture while making the most of your day. Our family-friendly workshops include calligraphy, mini tea ceremony, Ikebana, onigiri and more. We are also preparing additional cultural experiences in the near future, so there will be even more opportunities to enjoy. If you are interested, please contact us and we will be happy to share the details.
Host Support On-Site
In addition to cultural activities, our accommodation is designed to make your stay both comfortable and secure. The host family lives on-site, so you can feel at ease knowing that help and support are always nearby whenever needed. Many guests value this sense of safety and personal connection, especially when traveling in a new country. Having attentive hosts available ensures peace of mind and makes your stay more relaxing and enjoyable.
Ideal for Long Stays – 2nd Floor
Stay like a Local. Perfect for long stays, featuring a full kitchen for cooking with fresh ingredients from Kuromon Market.
Restaurants, shops, and a public bath are just steps away.
Built-in bunk beds offer both comfort and privacy.
Daily towel service, a free washer-dryer and Free high-speed Wi-Fi make your stay even more convenient.
Japanese-Style Comfort – 3rd Floor
The 3rd floor allows you to fully enjoy a traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji sliding doors, and futon bedding made of 100% cotton. Sleeping side by side on futons offers a warm and authentic Japanese experience. This floor is especially convenient for families with babies, as parents and children can sleep together safely without the need for a crib. We also provide useful baby-friendly items on request,
The host worked as an interior coordinator for 15 years, coordinating homes and hotels as a freelancer. With this professional background, she also designed the interior of this property with great care, combining a traditional Japanese atmosphere with modern comfort to create a relaxing and welcoming space for guests.
After that, she began a second career as a Japanese language teacher and continues to teach international students at a university. Through this work, she has gained extensive experience in communicating with people from many different countries and enjoys sharing Japanese culture with guests from abroad.
She also loves traveling and has visited many countries with her husband, cherishing the memories of enjoying authentic local food recommended by local people. This passion for travel and food helps her understand what international travelers appreciate most during their stay.
Born and raised in Osaka’s Minami district, she knows the area deeply and can recommend many delicious local foods such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, udon, and oden. Guests are welcome to ask for tips and recommendations on where to enjoy the authentic tastes of Osaka, from hidden local spots to well-loved traditional shops.
She is also familiar with traditional Japanese culture such as tea ceremony and kimono, and hopes that guests will have the opportunity to experience these cultural traditions while staying at the property. With warm hospitality, local knowledge, and thoughtful design, she looks forward to welcoming you and helping you enjoy Osaka and Japan to the fullest.
Our property is located in the heart of Osaka City, just a 2-minute walk from Nipponbashi Station (one stop from Namba) and right next to Kuromon Market. It offers excellent access not only to Osaka’s main attractions but also to famous destinations in the Kansai area such as Kyoto, Nara, Mount Koya, and Wakayama. The location is family-friendly, perfect for food lovers, and ideal for exploring both Osaka and the wider Kansai region.
Within a 10-minute walk
Namba, Dotonbori, and Shinsaibashi (about 8–10 minutes)
Nipponbashi “Otaku Road,” famous for anime and figures (about 5 minutes)
“Ura Namba” (7 minutes), a lively izakaya district popular for enjoying Japanese sake and local dishes at reasonable prices
Within 30 minutes by metro or train
Universal Studios Japan (about 25–30 minutes) – a family-friendly theme park
Osaka Castle and Osaka Museum of History (about 15–20 minutes)
Kaiyukan Aquarium (about 30 minutes) – one of the world’s largest aquariums
Tsutenkaku Tower and Shinsekai area (about 15 minutes), famous for kushikatsu
Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art & National Museum of Art (about 20 minutes)
Umeda Sky Building (about 20 minutes) – with its Floating Garden Observatory and spectacular night views
Abeno Harukas in Tennoji (about 15 minutes) – Japan’s tallest skyscraper
Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine (about 25 minutes) – one of Osaka’s oldest and most important shrines
Within 1 hour by train
Nara (about 40 minutes) – the Great Buddha and friendly deer in Nara Park
Kyoto (about 50 minutes) – world-famous temples, shrines, and geisha districts
Wakayama (about 60 minutes) – seaside views, fresh seafood, and hot springs
Rinku Premium Outlets (about 50 minutes) – popular shopping near Kansai Airport
teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka (about 35 minutes) – an immersive digital art experience at Nagai Park
Perfect Base for Kansai Travel
With excellent transport links, a lively neighborhood full of food and culture, and easy access to world-famous attraction
Languages spoken: English,Japanese