Ahead of Time Out Market Osaka’s grand opening on March 21, the exciting food and cultural hub just announced more additions to its already impressive roster of chefs, restaurateurs and local favourites. The new market will be a part of the Grand Green Osaka development and will showcase a unique mix of the Kansai region's best culinary gems through its 17 kitchens and two bars.
In addition to Osaka-centred Japanese delicacies, the market will be offering culinary variety in forms including modern Mexican and Korean-inspired dishes, as well as more casual options like burgers. Whether you’re visiting for breakfast, lunch or dinner, Time Out Market Osaka is designed to encourage interaction, with communal tables set up for diners to enjoy each other's company all while soaking up the local culture and atmosphere.
If the first seven restaurants and eateries introduced earlier got your mouth watering in anticipation, you might want to take a deep breath before checking out the additional six venues below.
Ayamuya
Ayamuya is the first restaurant in Osaka to receive a Michelin star for its yakitori, or grilled chicken skewers. Now you'll be able to get a taste of this Michelin-worthy chicken at Time Out Market, where the restaurant will be serving up familiar favourites such as fried chicken and chicken cutlet sandwiches.
Pizza Timewarp ∈Lacerba
This pizza joint is run by chef Masaaki Fujita of Osaka's renowned restaurant Lacerba, where Fujita cooks up everything from regional Italian cuisine to Neapolitan pizza. With hopes of creating 'neo-pop’ pizza that suits the new age of Osaka, Pizza Timewarp ∈Lacerba will be serving up orthodox Neapolitan pies along with creative renditions such as pizza with black pork, Okinawan brown sugar and cacao.
Passion Udon Sanshu
This noodle shop is an offshoot of Jonetsu Udon Sanshu, a highly regarded restaurant favoured by Osaka's udon lovers. At the Market, owner Tatsuya Kubo will be crafting authentic Sanuki udon, known for its chewy texture, paired with an eclectic range of toppings from local beef to seasonal tempura.
Gihan Siumei
Dig into authentic Hong Kong-style kettle-roasted meat at this eatery run by Yoshiyuki Wei, the chef-owner of acclaimed Chinese restaurant Ichino Funairi in Kyoto. Cooked in a purpose-built oven, the meats served at Gihan Siumei include crispy pork, roast duck and char siu pork. There will also be a range of dim sum options available for order, including steamed dumplings.
Kitaro Sushi
Kitaro Sushi specialises in sharikoma sushi, a unique type of sushi characterised by its small balls of vinegared rice which make it easy to snack on. The rice is topped with fresh fish sourced from markets all over Japan and the sushi is crafted right in front of your eyes. Along with sushi, the restaurant will also offer other dishes created with seasonal ingredients.
Watanabe Curry
Chef Osamu Watanabe will be cooking up his distinctive style of curry, made with a combination of Japanese sea bream and chicken soup stock along with Sri Lankan spices. A well-regarded menu highlight is the classic Chicken Curry, but you’ll also have to try the Original Watanabe Curry, which features a mix of chicken curry and mutton keema curry.
Time Out Market Osaka is coming in 2025, marking our first ever location in Asia. Be among the first to experience it by signing up. Once open, you'll get exclusive updates on everything happening at the Market, including upcoming events, chef news, menus, special offers and more. And for more information on Time Out Market, visit the website.