Local Guide
From early morning to late night. 5 recommended restaurants to stop by around Kansai Airport

Starting with Nankai Izumisano Station, which is one stop from Kansai International Airport, the areas around Rinku Town Station and Hagurazaki Station beyond are dotted with many reputable restaurants that will satisfy your hunger before and after your flight. In this article, we will introduce a selection of restaurants that are popular among locals and easy to stop by for early morning and late night flights, including a famous diner open from early morning, an izakaya where you can easily enjoy Osaka's famous kushikatsu, and a dining bar open until late at night with delicious food. We hope you will visit these restaurants before or after your flight, as well as while sightseeing in Osaka.

A very popular diner with a wide variety of side dishes.

Set meals with any combination of the famous
Set meals with any combination of the famous "fried egg" (220 yen), seasonal and local sashimi, grilled fish, and more!

A diner open from 4:00 am. The counter inside the restaurant is lined with about 80 different kinds of side dishes, including small bowls of rice, grilled fish, fried dishes, and more. The specialty is the big-sized "tamagoyaki," which uses at least three eggs. The fluffy texture of the omelet, which soaks up the flavor of the dashi broth, makes it an exquisite dish. In addition, the restaurant is known for its reasonably priced seasonal fish side dishes such as salmon saikyo yaki, grilled Spanish mackerel, and sea eel tempura. Try making your own set meal with "asari (asari) soup," which highlights the flavor of the shellfish, and glossy rice as accompaniments.

The fresh seafood menu is a must-try, thanks to the owner's keen eye for freshness!

The side dishes lined up at the counter are highly cost-effective, ranging from 110 to 550 yen for a round plate and 220 to 550 yen for a square plate.
The side dishes lined up at the counter are highly cost-effective, ranging from 110 to 550 yen for a round plate and 220 to 550 yen for a square plate.

The side dishes are priced according to the type of dish, and you take the dishes you like and pay for them together at the end of the meal. In one corner of the restaurant is a refrigerated case where freshness is essential. Local and new fish of the day, including fresh shirasu, managatsuo sashimi, kohada vinegar, and other fresh fish, are on display. Be sure to check out the "Local" and "New" stickers on the bowls.
The owner used to work at a fish shop and even fishes on his days off. The owner has a keen eye for fish and knows the seasonality of local fish, which is why he is able to offer fresh and delicious fish.

Local Guide Comment
In addition to side dishes, noodles such as udon and Chinese soba noodles are also available. Please note that the restaurant opens early in the morning and closes at 3:00 p.m. If time permits, aim for around 9:00 a.m., when a wide variety of side dishes are available.
Yosha Shokudo
  • address (e.g. of house) 1-13-14 Onishi, Izumisano-shi, Osaka MAP
  • Direction 9 min. walk from Nankai Railway Izumisano Stn.
  • Business Hours 4:00 - 15:00
  • Closed Tuesdays
  • TEL 072-477-7213
  • Parking Free of charge

A Chinese restaurant with a reputation for hearty dishes

Tenshindon rice
Tenshindon rice" 680 yen, "Fried young chicken" 880 yen

This Chinese restaurant attracts many customers with its impressive portions, reasonable prices, and freshly prepared flavors. The restaurant is always bustling with activity, with customers lining up even before the restaurant opens.
The specialty is the "fried young chicken," a plate of four large fried chicken pieces as big as an adult's fist. The crunchy batter and juicy flavor soaked in the seasoning are exquisite and make the meal go down a treat. The "Tenshindon" is also popular, with its thick soy sauce sauce sauce and fluffy egg, paired with white rice.

Lunch menu offers great value for money, and a variety of course menus are available at night.

The spacious restaurant has a counter and table seating as well as tatami room seating in the back.
The spacious restaurant has a counter and table seating as well as tatami room seating in the back.

The lunch set menu includes fried rice, tentsin rice, fried bean curd rice, and other rice dishes, as well as regular-sized ramen noodles. Rice and soup from the set menus can be refilled freely, and all lunches come with after-meal coffee, which is a nice service.
In the evening, a 14-course meal including the famous fried chicken, mapo tofu, and fried rice with free refills starts at 2,500 yen per person. Enjoying everything from appetizers to desserts, and with an all-you-can-drink course available, it is no wonder that the restaurant has many repeat customers.

Local Guide Comment
This popular restaurant attracts customers with its quantity, price, and taste. The restaurant is always crowded during business hours, but with three chefs working at full capacity, food is served quickly and there is a good turnover.
Fresh Seasonal Food Izumisano Branch
  • address (e.g. of house) 2-5-60 Matsubara, Izumisano-shi, Osaka MAP
  • Direction 12 min. walk from Nankai Railway Hagurazaki Sta.
  • Business Hours Open 11:00-14:00, 17:00-24:00
  • Closed No holidays
  • TEL 072-461-4554
  • Parking Free of charge

Kushikatsu (skewers) near the station, where the flavor of the ingredients shines through

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The "1,000 yen set" is available only at the counter.

Located in the station building directly connected to Rinku Town Station, this popular restaurant makes it easy to enjoy delicious kushikatsu. The 1,000 yen set includes three kushikatsu skewers, a fried yam, and a drink of your choice, and is available only at the counter. The secret to the deliciousness of the skewers is the freshness of the ingredients. Squid, shrimps, and other seafood are used for sashimi, and meat and vegetables are procured with the utmost care for freshness. The fine batter is crispy, light, and elegant, and the two special sauces and simple salt enhance the natural flavor of the ingredients.

Specialties such as kamameshi (rice cooked in a pot) and doteyaki are also recommended!

In addition to counter seats, there are also table seats and tatami rooms.
In addition to counter seats, there are also table seats and tatami rooms.

In addition to the freshly fried skewers, a popular menu item you must try is "Ebessan's specialty, Kamameshi! Kamameshi (rice cooked in a pot). The rice is made from brand-name rice "Tsuyahime" and is filled with ingredients such as pork, seafood, and vegetables. The rice is cooked in a homemade soup stock, and the flavor of the ingredients soak into the rice, giving it a rich and gentle taste. It takes about 25 minutes to finish cooking, so ordering early is recommended.
Be sure to try "Doteyaki," Osaka's famous beef tenderloin stewed in miso paste. A course that includes seven standard dishes and 1.5 hours of all-you-can-drink is also available at a reasonable price.

Local Guide Comment
Each shish kebab is made from carefully selected ingredients and hand-rolled and deep-fried one by one. You can enjoy a quick drink at the counter or sit at a table and savor kushikatsu and a wide variety of drinks.
Kushikatsu Ebessan Rinku Town Ekinaka Branch
  • address (e.g. of house) Rinku Town Station Bldg. 2F, 1 Rinku Orai Kita, Izumisano-shi, Osaka MAP
  • Direction Close to Rinku Town Station on JR and Nankai Railway lines
  • Business Hours 17:00-23:30 (L.O. 23:00)
  • Closed No holidays
  • TEL 072-469-1527
  • Parking None

Excellent yakiniku (barbecued meat) prepared with care

From the back:
From the back: "5 kinds of omakase horumon" (1,600 yen), "salted tongue" (1,000 yen), and "green onion" (200 yen).

This stylish yakiniku restaurant, with its large white curtain and "Tora" neon sign, offers A4 and A5 grade beef at reasonable prices, as well as a wide variety of standard dishes such as halami and shio-tan (salted tongue), and fresh hormone. Meat is cut to order, so it is known for its freshness and texture. The restaurant also spares no effort in the preparation of the meat, skillfully using a hidden knife to achieve a soft texture and accentuate the juicy flavor of the meat.

A simple yet sophisticated and stylish space

Each table is equipped with a duct nozzle to prevent odor and ventilation.
Each table is equipped with a duct nozzle to prevent odor and ventilation.

The restaurant's simple, modern, and clean interior has spacious counter and table seating, allowing diners to enjoy their meal in a relaxed atmosphere. A must-try is the horumon (hormone). Once you try our carefully prepared hormone, you will be addicted to each part, such as the elastic and sweetly fatty shimachou, or the mino and urtae with their crispy texture. You can order either with special sauce or with salt, which brings out the original flavor of the ingredients. In addition to grilled dishes, "assorted homemade namul," "bibimbap," and "yukkejang soup" are also popular.

Local Guide Comment
Since the affiliated restaurant is a dining bar, there are 12 types of highballs alone, cocktails, various flavors of makgeolli, and bottles of wine that go well with meat. You can enjoy the marriage of delicious meat and alcohol.
Yakiniku Shoten Tiger
  • address (e.g. of house) 1-19 Wakamiya-cho, Izumisano-shi, Osaka MAP
  • Direction 1 minute walk from Nankai Railway Izumisano Station
  • Business Hours 17:00 - 24:00 (L.O. 23:30)
  • Closed Tuesdays
  • TEL 072-489-6161
  • Parking None

A dining bar where you can enjoy your meal until late at night

Non-alcoholic cocktail
Non-alcoholic cocktail" 600 yen, "Assorted appetizers" 980 yen, "Yakiniku pilaf with hot egg" 980 yen

This dining bar is recommended for those who want to eat well. The most popular item is the "Assorted Appetizers" which is a platter of 6 to 7 different snacks. The creative dishes with punchy flavors, such as yagen cartilage kimchi and sweet potato potato potato salad, make drinks go down a treat. For a taste of local flavor, try the Senshu specialty of Mizunasu eggplant served with prosciutto ham. The fresh sweetness of the eggplant is enhanced by the saltiness of the cured ham. To top off the meal, be sure to try the Yakiniku Pilaf, a dish that has many regular fans. The garlic-scented yakiniku meat and butter rice, combined with the thickly seasoned hot egg, will whet your appetite.

An at-home atmosphere where the owner, who has traveled all over Japan, enjoys telling stories.

The restaurant has a simple, relaxed atmosphere with a white base and wood.
The restaurant has a simple, relaxed atmosphere with a white base and wood.

The owner of the restaurant is an unrivaled traveler and often travels domestically. Located near Nankai Izumisano Station, the restaurant is often visited by tourists who have stayed over the night before their flight at Kansai International Airport, and the atmosphere is often lively with exchanges of travel information. The casual atmosphere makes it easy to come in alone, and you can order half-size portions of food or just drinks. This set includes a choice of two draft beers, highballs, shochu, or soft drinks, and a snack.

Local Guide Comment
Happy hour is a bargain at only 900 yen. There is a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, including cocktails and chuhais made with fresh seasonal fruits. Non-alcoholic drinks and cocktails not on the menu can also be made to order.
Bar&Restaurant Land Dragonfly
  • address (e.g. of house) 3-7-13 Kamimachi, Izumisano-shi, Osaka MAP
  • Direction 2 min. walk from Nankai Railway Izumisano Stn.
  • Business Hours 18:00-25:00 (Food L.O.24:00)
  • Closed Thursdays
  • TEL 072-462-6911
  • Parking None

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