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Osaka Takoyaki Museum

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Osaka Takoyaki Museum is a delightful destination for food lovers, especially those who crave the iconic Japanese snack, takoyaki. Located in Universal Citywalk Osaka, this museum isn’t your typical exhibit space—it's a culinary adventure dedicated to the beloved octopus-filled balls.

As you step inside, you’re greeted by the enticing aroma of freshly cooked takoyaki. The museum features multiple stalls, each representing famous takoyaki vendors from different parts of Osaka. This setup allows visitors to sample a variety of styles and flavors, from the classic to the innovative.

Beyond just eating, the museum offers a fun, interactive experience. You can learn about the history of takoyaki, its ingredients, and how it became a staple of Osaka street food. There are displays explaining the different techniques and secret recipes that make each vendor's takoyaki unique.

For those wanting a hands-on experience, there are workshops where you can try making takoyaki yourself. These sessions are perfect for families and groups, providing a fun way to engage with this culinary tradition.

Souvenir shops within the museum offer a range of takoyaki-themed goods, from cooking utensils to quirky keychains. It's a perfect place to pick up a memento of your visit.

Hours:

11:00 AM to 10:00 PM 

Closed:

No closing days

Available:

All year

Minimum Age:

All ages are welcome

Fees:

No entrance fee


Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Website
ucw.jp

The area

Address
Japan, 〒554-0024 Osaka, Konohana Ward, Shimaya, 6-chōme−2−61 ユニバーサルシティウォーク大阪 4F

What other travelers are saying about Osaka Takoyaki Museum

Osaka takoyaki (octopus balls) is so soft and tasty! We were glad that we were able to try takoyaki from different shops! We wish we were hungrier and tried more ;)
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小国幸恵
May 26, 2024
Great place to try out different style of takoyaki at once. Each shop got distinctively different style and taste totally different. Each restaurant has sampling menu so get bunch of multi flavor plates and share with others. My personal favorite was Ju Hachi Ban.
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Sayaka S
Aug 26, 2020
2023. September 4★ Located on the second floor, this takoyaki park has 6 vendors (Aizuya, Kukuru, Kogaryu, Yamachan, Juhachiban, Tamaya) offering their takoyaki specialty. The park itself is pretty nice and gives a feel of a cafeteria.
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K W
Oct 12, 2023
Located just between Universal City Train Station and Universal Studios. Inside are about 5 takoyaki stores where you can dine and eat the most famous Japanese snack. It also has a store that sells takoyaki ingredients and souvenirs.
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Louie Castro
Apr 7, 2017
It's inside the Universal Citywalk. If you're a takoyaki lover like me, this place is surely for you. You would surely enjoy the different versions of takoyaki and you can also bring home some ingredients to make your own takoyaki.


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