Fluffy Dashi-Maki Tamago Topped With Kabayaki Eel! This video shows the shops lining Osaka's Kuromon Market. The video shows fluffy dashi-maki tamago being cooked at a one of the shops. In Japanese cuisine, there is a dish called "umaki," which is a dashi-maki tamago (rolled Japanese-style omelette) with kabayaki eel at the center, but this restaurant sells eel on top of the egg instead. Known as "Osaka's Kitchen," Kuromon Market is where you can get a variety of foodstuffs, including seafood, fruit, and processed foods. As you can see in the video, eating around is one of the best parts of the market. Consider stopping by if you're in Osaka! 【Official Homepage】Kuromon Market https://kuromon.com/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Kuromon Market (黒門市場) https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g14134994-d1896861-Reviews-Kuromon_Market-Nippombashi_Chuo_Osaka_Osaka_Prefecture_Kinki.html

Teppan-jinja - A Teppanyaki Izakaya With a Shrine Theme This video shows what Teppan-jinja Soemoncho, a restaurant in Osaka City, is like. Teppan-jinja Soemoncho is a relatively new restaurant that opened in December 2016. A torii gate you'd find at a shrine is attached to the exterior, and as the restaurant's name suggests, the concept is based on a shrine. *"Jinja" means shrine in Japanese. The dishes are grilled skewers of vegetables and meat cooked on a teppan (griddle), and they are made with olive oil for a refreshing taste. They're open until late at night, so if you're ever in Osaka looking for a late night snack, give it a try. ◆Teppan-jinja Soemoncho Store Information◆ 【Address】2 Chome-3-14 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0085 【Access】A 3-minute walk from Namba Station on the Subway Midosuji Line / A 3 minute walk from Namba Station on the Subway Sennichimae Line / A 3-minute walk from Osaka Namba Station on the Kintetsu Namba Line / A 5-minute walk from Namba Station on the Nankai Main Line / A 5-minute walk from Namba Station on the Nankai Koya Line / A 5-minute walk from Nihonbashi Station 【Avg. Cost】1 skewer ¥250+, ¥3,000 avg. 【Hours】17:00-05:00 (the following day) ※17:00-03:00 on Mondays 【Closures】None 【Parking】None 【Phone】06-6213-7011 【TripAdvisor】Teppan-jinja Soemoncho https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g14127623-d9675545-Reviews-Teppan_Jinja-Chuo_Osaka_Osaka_Prefecture_Kinki.html

This video, titled "Egg Fried Rice - Famous Restaurant Style in Japan" (ずっと見てられるチャーハン専門店の鍋振り 華麗な職人技！), was released by "Sushi Bomber TV The Frontline of Cooking" (Sushi Bomber TV クッキング最前線). In this video, the chefs can be seen cooking some delicious fried rice right before your eyes. Fried rice is a dish that is made by frying pre-cooked rice with various ingredients in oil in a pan. Once you try it, you'll realize it's not as hard as you thought, but the more you learn about it, the more you'll understand the depth of the process, and how much work can actually go into making a perfect batch of delicious fried rice. In this video, you can see how a professional cooks fried rice with incredible speed, so if you like cooking or just enjoy food, give it a watch!

Sakai, Osaka - A City Known for Its Traditional Japanese Cutlery This video, titled "手技TEWAZA「堺打刃物」Japan Sakai Forged Knife／伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square" introduces Osaka's Sakai cutlery. The video was released by Japan Traditional Crafts Aoyama Square. Sakai knives are produced in Sakai, Osaka. Blacksmiths in Sakai forge beautiful knives that are truly works of art. The city of Sakai has developed together with the traditional culture of knife-making. The History and Culture of Sakai Cutlery, a Traditional Japanese Craft Source :YouTube screenshot The history of Sakai cutlery dates back to the 16th century. Tobacco was introduced from Portugal around this time, and tobacco knives for chopping tobacco leaves began to be made in Sakai, Osaka. In the Edo Period (1603-1867), the shogunate granted the city a seal of quality certification and allowed the city to sell these knives exclusively, making Sakai famous as a major producer of cutlery. Even today, there are many factories in Sakai that manufacture a wide variety of knives, including deba bocho knives. How Traditional Sakai Knives Are Made Source :YouTube screenshot The manufacturing process of Sakai knives is roughly divided into three parts: forging, sharpening, and patterning, each of which is performed by a different craftsman. After casting the raw metal, blacksmiths use annealing, quenching, and tempering techniques to increase the hardness and sharpness of the blade. The techniques used for Sakai cutlery are used to make deba bocho (fish cutting knives), chef's knives, and even scissors and other bladed tools. In this video, you can see the welding at 0:33, rough grinding at 1:54, and sharpening from 2:22. The techniques used in Sakai cutlery are used not only for making deba bocho and chef's knives, but also for making scissors. Purchasing High-Quality Sakai Cutlery Source :YouTube screenshot If you're looking to purchase high-quality Sakai cutlery, opt for a prestigious brand. Today, there are more than 20 traditional artisans in the world of Sakai cutlery who continue to make high quality knives. Recommended brands include Sakai Ichiji, Kamoshita and Naojiro. Knives forged by master artisans are different from the ones you'll find in a department store. You can buy Sakai cutlery in stores as well as online, so choose one that fits your purposes and price range. Be sure to utilize the Sakai Cutlery Material Laboratory (堺刃物素材研究所), which sells and refinishes Sakai cutlery. You can see a completed Sakai knife at 3:10 in the video. Summary of Sakai Cutlery Source :YouTube screenshot As shown in the video, Sakai Cutlery is a traditional craft produced by the craftsmen of Sakai, Osaka. The knife industry in Osaka is supported by the skilled craftsmanship of blacksmiths. Be sure to purchase a high-quality Sakai knife to experience the epitome of sharpness.

This video, titled "Walking Along Ebisu Bashi-Suji Shopping Street in Minami Osaka #0035" (大阪ミナミ戎橋筋商店街を歩く #0035), was released by "machiaruki channel." The video shows Ebisu Bashi-Suji Shopping Street in Minami Osaka. For those who want to go to Namba but aren't able to do so, check out the video to get your fill! Of course, those planning to visit Osaka should watch it as well. It's a good reference for making sightseeing plans. At the 3:54, a famous spot in Osaka, Kani Doraku can be seen. It's a great place for taking pictures and shopping!

This video, titled "Renovation of the Umeda Sky Building to Celebrate Its 25th Anniversary" (梅田スカイビル開業２５周年リニューアル), was released by "SankeiNews." The Umeda Sky Building is a landmark building in the Umeda area of Osaka. It is a super skyscraper with 40 floors above ground, 2 floors below, and stands 173 meters tall. The observatory was renovated in 2018 to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the building since it first opened in 1993. The Kuchu Teien Observatory at the top of the Umeda Sky Building offers a stunning view of the metropolis of Osaka. The observation deck is located on the rooftop, so you can enjoy the scenery while feeling the breeze. The exhilarating view shown in the video is worth checking out, but it can be a bit scary if you're not fond of heights!

A Familiar Japanese Treat - How Monaka Ice Cream is Made! This video shows the making and tasting of monaka ice cream at Tsuriganeya. "Monaka ice" is ice cream sandwiched between the "buns" of a Japanese confectionery called "monaka." The buns are made from mochi and the dough is thin and crispy. In Japan, major ice cream manufacturers sell monaka ice cream and other ice cream products, which can be found at convenience stores. At the restaurant in this video, you can choose vanilla, strawberry, matcha, black sesame, or chocolate. They order vanilla in the video. Be sure to check out the monaka ice cream in the video!

Takoyaki, Sweets, High-Speed Rice Cake Making... Check Out the Amazing Artisanship in the Video! This video is a collection of artisanship from a variety of restaurants. Watching such skilled chefs creating amazing cuisine is something you never get tired of. You can watch the different shops using the timestamps below. Tsukiji - Gindaco: 0:08 Kyoto - Kyogoku Kaneyo: 3:50 Nara - Nakatanidou: 6:52 Osaka - Rikuro: 8:34 Kyoto - Tsurumusha: 11:22 Kyoto - Caffè Latte: 14:28 Kyoto - Gomaya Crepe-Do17:45 Unfortunately, Gomaya Crepe-do closed in 2019, but if you're in the Kansai region, be sure to stop by their shop there as well. 【Official Homepage】Tsukiji Gindaco Official Site https://www.gindaco.com/ 【Official Homepage】The Finest Eel in Japan, Kyogoku Kaneyo https://www.kyogokukaneyo.co.jp/ 【Official Homepage】Nakatanidou http://www.nakatanidou.jp/english/ 【Official Homepage】Osaka Confectioneries "Freshly Baked Cheesecakes," Rikuro Ojisan http://www.rikuro.co.jp/en/ 【Official Homepage】Ramen Tsurumusha https://www.tsurumusya.com/ 【Official Homepage】Caffè Latte http://caffe-llatte.com/index_e.php

Beer, shochu, wine, sake, whiskey, cocktails... conquer the spirits of Japan! In this video, Jack Maxwell of the Discovery Channel introduces the alcohol of Japan, touching on the history and the people of the region. From 00:13, they're at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, enjoying not wine or sake, but rather, a bath. From 02:32 they take a visit to the Tomozuna stable. From 03:44 they enjoy sake at Chanko Nabe Kai with the wrestlers of the Tomozuna Stable. From 06:25 they observe ice making at the warehouse of Chuoreito Industries. From 07:04 they enjoy cocktails made with ice from Chuoreito Industries at Bar High Five, run by the same company. At 12:39, Jack Maxwell, who has moved to the Kansai region, gets his portrait painted at a portrait shop. From 13:39 he experiences a Japanese drinking party with his friend Mark, toasting with shochu and beer. From 18:43 he visits the Konishi Sake Brewery. His first time experiencing hirezake. From 27:00 he experiences a traditional Japanese festival at Sumiyoshi Taisha in Osaka. At 33:49 he visits the Suntory Yamazaki Distillery and tries different whiskeys. In the video, there were many different types of alcohol, not only to drink, but also to enjoy taking a bath with, for use in Shinto ceremonies, as sacred wine, and enjoying fillet wine made from pufferfish fillet, which is poisonous. Be sure to check out the video to see all the different types of alcohol and interactions with the locals of Japan!