Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Mall

Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Mall is a covered shopping street in Osaka with more than 600 shops offering clothing, groceries, books, and electronics. All stores are sheltered under a protective roof that runs continuously through the district.

The area began as a trading zone during the Meiji era and became an established shopping district by the early Showa period. The covered structure was added later to protect shoppers from the weather.

The street is operated by independent shop owners who sell traditional Japanese items and local food specialties. You see how locals move through the shops and restaurants that are woven into their daily routines.

The street connects three subway stations and is easy to navigate during daytime hours thanks to the covered roof. Most shops open in the morning and close in the early evening, making it convenient to visit at different times of day.

Next to the shopping street stands a shrine that hosts a major festival with boat processions, bringing energy to the area. This yearly celebration draws crowds and connects the place to older traditions.

Location: 北区

Address: 3 Chome-9 Tenjinbashi, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0041, Japan

Website: https://tenjin123.com

GPS coordinates: 34.70589,135.51138

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43