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  1. Places
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  3. Osaka Takoyaki Museum
A colorful sign for the Osaka Takoyaki Museum hangs above a busy food court, featuring a cartoon octopus holding takoyaki and surrounded by bright, playful lettering in Japanese and English.
A person uses a skewer to turn batter-filled balls in a takoyaki pan. The takoyaki, a Japanese street food, is cooking to a golden brown, with ingredients like cabbage and octopus visible in the batter.
A brightly lit Japanese food stall with red signage and menus displaying various fried dishes. A staff member in a red shirt and black cap stands behind the counter. Japanese text and images decorate the stall.
A brightly lit indoor space with colorful cartoon murals, including a large yellow character with takoyaki, and signs for a takoyaki-themed museum or attraction. Two people are visible, and menus are displayed outside.
Chopsticks holding a piece of takoyaki, a popular Japanese street food. The ball-shaped snack is topped with mayonnaise, green onions, and bonito flakes. Three more takoyaki are on a wooden plate in the background.
A colorful sign for the Osaka Takoyaki Museum hangs above a busy food court, featuring a cartoon octopus holding takoyaki and surrounded by bright, playful lettering in Japanese and English.

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
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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
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

Hours

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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

Website

ucw.jp

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What other travelers are saying about Osaka Takoyaki Museum

I found this Takoyaki Park in Universal City walk during my research for our trip. It looked cool and a way to try the famous octopus balls. It may be more buzzing later on, and was quiet when we went late morning. Food was hot and freshly cooked. Not quite what we hoped for. Perhaps trying other stalls was the way to go.
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Mark Burgess
Apr 3, 2025
Food is what you will expect outside any theme park, not great and a bit salty. What sets this place apart is the service in the shared sitting area, frankly it is a representation of the worse of Japan. Staff is outright hostile, and standing there like a prison guard making sure you eat your steaming hot food at 21:30 saying again and again they are closing, even though it’s suppose to close at 22:00. Not a way you want to end an otherwise great day at USJ, definitely will never visit again.
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Karel Au
Dec 23, 2025
It is located on the 2F right after the escalator. It got 4 different franchises of takoyaki and you jus choose wherever you like. I went to the second one (forgot the name) from right to left. It has a plate with 16 takoyakis, 4 different flavours, but you can’t choose it. The option with 3 flavours can be chosen.
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.
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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Nearby attractions to see

A large whale shark swims in a blue aquarium tank, surrounded by small fish. Four silhouetted people stand in the foreground, watching and taking photos of the scene through the glass.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Modern indoor plaza with curved stone walls, glass skywalk above, and colorful lights illuminating the space. Shops line the walkway, and people move through the vibrant area in the evening.

Namba Parks

A narrow, lantern-lit street in Japan at night, lined with traditional wooden buildings and glowing signs featuring Japanese characters. Bicycles are parked along the path, and red paper lanterns hang outside restaurants.

Hozenji Yokocho

Colorful cityscape of Dotonbori in Osaka, Japan, with bright neon billboards, crowds on walkways, and boats carrying people along the canal under a blue sky.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The museum is situated in the Universal CityWalk Osaka, near Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. It's a popular spot for both tourists and locals looking to enjoy some of the best takoyaki in the city.

Visitors can expect to find multiple takoyaki stalls, each serving their version of the snack with different fillings and toppings. Besides takoyaki, the museum also offers other food options, souvenirs, and occasionally, live demonstrations of takoyaki being made.

While takoyaki traditionally contains octopus, some stalls may offer vegetarian or vegan versions. However, availability can vary, so it's best to inquire at the individual stalls.

The museum occasionally hosts demonstrations where chefs show how takoyaki is made, providing a great opportunity for visitors to learn about the cooking process. However, hands-on cooking experiences may not always be available.

Yes, there are shops within the museum where you can purchase takoyaki-related souvenirs, such as keychains, t-shirts, and even takoyaki-making equipment.
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