The second-largest metropolitan area in Japan after Tokyo, Osaka is widely known for its lively and energetic atmosphere, delicious food scene and historical places. With numerous things you can do in Osaka such as exploring the Dotonbori District, Visiting the infamous Osaka Castle, Enjoying the views of Dotonbori Rivers, and immersing yourself in the aWorld of Universal Japan, there will be the time where you want to take a step back and take a relaxing and rest time in the cafes around the area.

Here are the list of the most recommended cafe in Osaka :

1. LiLo Coffee Roasters

Address: 542-0086 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Nishishinbashi, 1 CHome-10-28, Shinsaibashi M

Opening Hour : 11.00AM to 11.00PM from Monday to Sunday

A popular specialty coffee shop in Osaka, LiLo Coffee Roasters is known for its high-quality beans, in-house roasting, and various brewing methods. The coffee shop always sources high-quality beans from various origins around the world, giving out a variety of flavors and profiles. As already said before, the cafe roast their beans in-house which allows them to gain full control over the roasting process to maintain their high quality coffee resulting in more optimal flavor development of the beans. Being a famous coffee shop that is built in more than one location, they offer a multiple brewing methods, including pour-over, drip, siphon, and espresso, allowing you to experience the different flavor of the coffee that is made with different method.

2. Tully’s Coffee-Kintetsu Namba Building

Address: Japan, 540-0076 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Namba, 4 Chome-1-1, Kintetsu Namba Building, 1 F

Opening Hour: 8.00 AM to 10.00 PM from Monday to Sunday

Tully’s coffee is an american specialty coffee chain that offers a delightful cafe experience that has been expanded worldwide including Osaka. Tully’s Coffee offers you the variety of cold and hot coffees such as espresso-based drinks like creamy lattes, delightful cappuccinos, sweet macchiatos as well as drip coffee, seasonal specials, and a variety of tea options. They also source their beans from various specialty coffee-growing regions and roast them themself to create a balanced and flavorful coffee experience. You could also ask the barista to make a custom drink with different flavors, milk types, sweeteners based on your taste preference. Other than drinks they also provide a variety of pastries, sandwiches and light meals as a compliment to your drinks. It is a perfect place for you who are looking for cafe hunting in Osaka.

3. Pathfinder XNobu

Address: Japan, 520-0021, Kita Ward, Ukida, 1 Chome-6-9, Plum Garden 1F.

Opening Hours: 10.00AM - 6.00 PM from Monday to Sunday

A coffee shop with multiple latte art rewards, Pathfinder XNobu is famous for their beautiful and unique Latte Arts. Focusing on single-origin coffees served on lighter roast, the coffee here is highlighting more on the delicate and complex flavor of coffee bean, avoiding bitterness associated with darker roast, which is perfect for those of you who don't really like that bitter taste of coffee. If you ever happen to visit this cafe, don’t forget to order their rainbow latte, it is one of the menu items that you can only find in this coffee shop.

1. CAFE Osaka Chakai

Address: 520-0041 Osaka, Kita Ward, Tenjinbashi, 2 Chime-1-25 1F

Opening Hour: 1.00 PM to 6.00PM from Monday to Sunday

Located in the hustle bustle of Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, CAFE Osaka Chakai offers a unique and charming experience for both tea lovers and coffee enthusiasts. They pride themself on using freshly roasted and ground green tea offering a vibrant and flavorful cup of delicious tea. Besides green tea, they also offer various drinks such as hojicha, tea blends and coffee options. To accompany your drinks, they also provide you with a number of wagashi which are traditional Japanese sweets adding a touch of sweetness and cultural immersion.

2. Japanese Tea & Coffee Chashitsu

Address: Japan, Osaka, Nishi Ward, Utsubo Honmachi, 1 Chome-16-14 HELLOlife 1F

Opening Hour : 11.00 AM to 6.00PM from Monday to Sunday

Explore a selection of Japanese teas alongside specialty coffee, with a wider range of beverages preferences only in Japanese Tea & Coffee Chashitsu. They offer the unique pairing between coffee and tea flavors, which makes an interesting experience for adventurous palates. The cafe has a modern-stylish design creating a more relaxing and leisure atmosphere together with minimalist but comfortable furniture.

3. Wad Omotenashi Cafe

Address: Japan, 542-0081 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Minamisenba, 4 Chome-9-3, Toushin Building.

Opening Hour: 12.00PM to 6.30PM

A paradise for matcha lovers, Wad Omotenashi Cafe offers the unique experience that combines artisanal ceramics with a cafe setting. This cafe is more focused on Japanese tea, especially Uji matcha, where it offers various matcha-based drinks. As the name says, the cafe uses the concept of “omotenashi” which has the meaning of hospitality showing their objective to provide the most welcoming and attentive atmosphere. As has been explained before, Wad Omotenashi combines artisanal ceramics where they showcase a lot of handmade ceramic furniture and amenities such as tea bowls, plates and many other utensils, giving out that aesthetic vibe and cultural appreciation experience at once.

1. CAT TAIL

Address: Japan, 542-0086 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Nishishinsaibashi, 2 Chome-7-25, Takeuchi Building, 2 F

Opening Hours: 11.00 AM-8.15 PM from Monday to Sunday.

A popular spot in Osaka for cat enthusiasts who are seeking for a more purrfect experience. In this place you will be able to enjoy the company of more than 20 friendly cats, making it a heaven-like place for cat lovers. Even though they have all of those cats around, the cafe still provides a spacious and clean environment for you to be able to play and interact to all your heart's content with all of those fur babies.

2. MoCHA

Address: Japan, 542-0083 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Higashi Shinsaibashi, 1 Chome-18-11 LIBERTY Shinsaibashi Building.

Opening Hour: 10.00 AM to 8.00 PM

A call out for cat lovers who would like to have some leisure time surrounded by adorable cats. Cat Cafe MoCHA is a cafe that allows you to interact with all the cats inside the area. Having more than 10 cats to play with, this cafe is always clean and has the most friendly staff. They also provide free flow drinks for you to satisfy your thirst. It is the best place for cat lovers who want to take a relaxing break away from the crowds and play around with all of those adorable furry cats.

1. Pokemon Cafe

Address: 1 Chome-7-1 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-8501, Japan

Opening Hour : 10.00 AM to 7.00PM from Monday to Sunday

A very popular cafe where you can enjoy a full themed pokemon cafe from beginning to the end. It is a perfect place for you who love pokemon, or even people who want to have some nostalgia with pokemon. From the foods, games provided and even goodies are all with the looks and themed based on pokemon. The staff are all very friendly and the service is excellent. Definitely a must-visit cafe for Pokemon enthusiasts out there.

2. Bear Paw Cafe

Address: 5 Chome-3-11 Uehonmachinishi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0062, Japan

Opening Hour : 11.00AM to 6.30PM from Sunday to Thursday except Monday, and 11.00AM to 7.30 PM from Friday to Saturday.

Another unique themed cafe located in Osaka that offers a contactless service experience. In this cafe you don;t need to have any contact with people at all. From ordering, you will need to browse from the menu on the tablet provided and order the drinks from there. After that, the staff behind the stall will make your drink and a giant bear-paw mechanism is the one who will deliver your order to you. As for the menus, they provide a variety of drinks from coffee, tea, soft drinks and desserts such as parfait and cakes.

3. JTRRD Cafe

Address: Japan, 530-0043 Osaka, Kita Ward, Tenma, 3 Chome-4-5 Tashita Building 1F.

Opening Hour: 12.00 AM to 5.00PM from Wednesday to Sunday.

A very popular cafe in Japan that is known for its appealing decorated fruit and cute animal-shaped marshmallow topping. The cafe is especially famous for its art smoothies which are decorated with various fruits, syrup, and edible flowers to create visually stunning creations that are a feast to the eyes as well as palates. While they offer pre-designed smoothies, you can also ask the staff to customize your own smoothies, choosing on your own base, fruits and topping.

Here is the list of cafes that you might want to visit during your holiday in Osaka. Each of these cafes has their unique selling point which will give you an unforgettable experience once you try it out. From a cafe that hold an award on Cafe Latte making, A place which dedicated for tea- especially matcha lovers, A number of cat cafe where you can pet and play around with those fur babies, to a themed cafe from pokemon cafe, and the famous bear paw cafe.If you would like to visit Osaka, Traveloka is always ready to help you in booking the flights ticket, hotel even multiple tourist attraction in Osaka. Moreover Traveloka often gives out some combo, promotion and discount. Grab yourself fast only in Traveloka!