What is Barchica03? Guide to the Newly Opened Food Hall

Osaka is Japan's second-largest metropolitan center after Tokyo, the capital. About 7% of Japan's total population and 10% of foreigners residing in Japan are concentrated in Osaka.

Osaka is also a popular travel destination, ranking among the top tourist spots in Japan. It boasts numerous attractions popular with foreign visitors, such as Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.

With its high concentration of residents and tourists, Osaka attracts a wide variety of businesses, from individual shops to large commercial facilities from all over the country. Particularly around Umeda Station, which is easily accessible from the Shinkansen station, there are many commercial facilities housing various shops from gourmet food to fashion.

Furthermore, Osaka, known as the "Nation's Kitchen" and the "City of Kuidaore" (eating until you drop), has developed its unique food culture. It's one of Japan's most famous gastronomic tourist destinations, with a high concentration of restaurants due to its large population.

In this article, we'll introduce "Barchica03," a new food hall that opened on July 31, 2024, in this culinary paradise of Osaka.

Barchica03: A New Tourist Attraction at Osaka Station's West Exit, Opened on July 31, 2024

Barchica03 is conveniently located within walking distance from Osaka Station and Umeda Station, the heart of Osaka. It's directly connected to the shortest route from JR Osaka Station's West Exit, making it easily accessible even when carrying luggage.

The Umeda Area surrounding Osaka Station and Umeda Station is famous as the No. 1 shopping center district in northern Osaka and serves as a hub for business and tourism. As a result, it constantly attracts many people and is packed with countless restaurants that even Japanese people find difficult to choose from.

Barchica03, easily accessible from the station, is perfect for foreign tourists who want to casually enjoy local specialties while sightseeing in Osaka.

What is Barchica03?

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Barchica03 is a gourmet spot spread across the 2nd to 5th floors of "Inogate Osaka," a station building.

The Umeda Area, where Barchica03 is located, is one of the foremost business districts in the metropolitan city of Osaka. Barchica03 was created with the concept of "energizing office workers in Umeda, the business district of Osaka, with delicious meals." Of course, it's also open to the general public and tourists.

Barchica03 houses about 50 shops, ranging from Osaka's famous takoyaki to izakayas where you can enjoy alcoholic beverages. As the atmosphere of the shops differs by floor, please choose a shop according to the cuisine you want to enjoy and the time of day.

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Introduction to the 4 Floors with Different Concepts

2F & 3F: Floors Lined with Reasonably Priced Restaurants and Cafes

The 2nd and 3rd floors gather shops that can be used relatively inexpensively, such as cafes and light meals that can be taken out.

The appeal of these floors is that you can choose restaurants that suit your needs, whether it's cafes that open early in the morning or light meal shops where you can quickly have lunch, even during a busy sightseeing trip.

Moreover, the 2nd and 3rd floors have fewer stores, making them quieter compared to other floors, perfect for when you want to take a breather.

BLUE YARD

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At "BLUE YARD," you can enjoy freshly roasted dishes and modern American cuisine such as tacos.

My recommendation is the roast chicken, where the refreshing aroma of herbs enhances the savory scent of the roasted chicken. Despite the outside being browned to a visibly crispy state, the inside remains tender and juicy, making for an exquisite taste. The roasted tomatoes served as a side dish increase in sweetness when cooked, perfectly complementing aromatic natural wines.

At BLUE YARD's cafe stand, you can easily enjoy not only authentic coffee produced by a famous coffee shop in Kyoto but also light meals such as bagels and carrot cakes.

- Address: Barchica03 3F, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
- Business Hours: [CAFE STAND] 10:00-23:00 (L.O.21:00)
                 [DINING RESTAURANT] 11:00-23:00 (L.O.22:00)
                 [RECORD SHOP] 10:00-23:00　
- Closed: Irregular
- Phone: 06-4256-5229
- Official Website: https://blue-yard.jp/
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueyard_osaka/

Onigiri Specialty Store Hakko Mamma

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At "Onigiri Specialty Store Hakko Mamma," you can enjoy onigiri made with Japanese fermented foods such as miso and koji.

Onigiri is a Japanese soul food where ingredients are placed in the center of freshly cooked rice and shaped into a triangle. It's popular as a lunch for businessmen and students because both the main dish and side dish can be eaten with one hand at once.

At Hakko Mamma, the egg yolk miso pickle is popular. This delicacy, where egg yolks are pickled in miso, creates a perfect harmony between the rich egg yolk, the umami of the miso, and the sweetness of the rice. Onigiri can also be taken out, making them ideal companions when moving between tourist spots.

- Address: Barchica03 2F, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
- Business Hours: 10:00-21:00　
- Closed: Unknown
- Phone: 06-6476-8925
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hakko_mamma

Sarutahiko Coffee

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At "Sarutahiko Coffee," you can easily enjoy authentic, fragrant coffee. The standard cafe latte, despite being a simple blend of milk and espresso, strangely has a fruity taste reminiscent of strawberries. The rich flavor of the coffee beans and the natural sweetness of the milk provide a rare experience, as if you're savoring an elegant dessert.

An attractive point of Sarutahiko Coffee is that you can also enjoy baked cheesecake, tarts, and baked confectioneries like sablés. As Sarutahiko Coffee opens from 8 AM, why not enjoy a light breakfast before heading out for Osaka sightseeing?

- Address: Barchica03 2F, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
- Business Hours: 8:00-23:00　
- Closed: Irregular
- Phone: 06-6131-7729
- Official Website: https://sarutahiko.jp/

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4F: A Floor Perfect for Lunch or Evening Drinks, Gathering Osaka's Long-established and Famous Stores

The 4th floor brings together popular Osaka shops, including stores selling Osaka specialties like okonomiyaki and famous Japanese restaurants particular about their dashi, which is essential to Japanese cuisine.

An attractive point is that there are shops where you can enjoy not only standard Japanese foods like sushi and soba but also specialties from various parts of Japan, such as Sendai's famous gyutan (beef tongue) and Okinawan cuisine.

This floor is perfect for enjoying a Japanese lunch or savoring delicious sake for an evening drink.

Tempura Daikichi

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At "Tempura Daikichi," I recommend tempura made with fresh seafood such as scallops and mentaiko (spicy cod roe).

In particular, the shrimp tempura, fried whole from head to tail tip, is a delicacy you must try. Because it's fried with the shell on, the umami and texture of the shrimp are sealed within the crispy batter.

Also, Tempura Daikichi is famous for its clam miso soup, often ordered as a finisher (palate cleanser at the end of a drinking session). The rich umami of the concentrated dashi, with the characteristic bitterness of clams, permeates your whole body. Be sure to savor this after enjoying famous Japanese sake and shochu from various regions of Japan.

- Address: Barchica03 4F, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
- Business Hours: 11:00-23:00　
- Closed: Mondays
- Phone: 06-6136-7719
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daikichi_barchika03/

Sakafune

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"Sakafune" is a creative Japanese cuisine restaurant where you can enjoy about 100 types of Japanese sake carefully selected by sake-loving staff.

Japanese cuisine that brings out the taste of the ingredients themselves is perfect to enjoy with Japanese sake. For example, there's a rich menu of Japanese-style appetizers such as chawanmushi flavored with dashi and the aroma of mitsuba (Japanese wild parsley), and umani of bai gai (whelk) slowly simmered in soy sauce.

The Japanese sake selection ranges from light and dry sake that pairs well with sashimi to sweet sake with depth and richness that complements simmered dishes, all carefully selected from across Japan. On the other hand, set meal menus featuring sashimi and simmered fish are also available, so even those who don't drink alcohol can enjoy it without hesitation.

- Address: Barchica03 4F, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
- Business Hours: 11:30-14:00 / 17:30-22:30　
- Closed: Wednesdays
- Phone: 06-6456-7006
- Official Website: https://yamanaka-sake.jp/sakafune-barchica03/
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sakafune_barchica03/?igsh=emw2dGpncGhxYzN4

Okonomiyaki Imari

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The specialties at "Okonomiyaki Imari" are Osaka's famous okonomiyaki and negiyaki.

Okonomiyaki, made by mixing flour with cabbage and dashi and cooking it flat on an iron plate, is typically eaten with a sauce simmered with vegetables and fruits. On the other hand, negiyaki uses plenty of green onions instead of the cabbage used in okonomiyaki.

The savory aroma of grilled vegetables and the rich flavor of the sauce pair perfectly with crisp beer. There's also a wide variety of alcoholic beverages including Japanese sake, shochu, and fruit wines, so it's also recommended to enjoy these with side dishes like potato salad.

- Address: Barchica03 4F, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
- Business Hours: 12:00-23:00　
- Closed: First Monday of the month
- Phone: 06-6476-8999
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okonomiyakiimari

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5F: A Floor with a Retro Atmosphere Specializing in Drinking, Gathering Yakitori Shops, Japanese Restaurants, and Snack Bars

The 5th floor is a floor with a retro atmosphere specializing in enjoying alcoholic beverages. It features a range of establishments from popular long-established standing bars in Osaka to high-end shops like Kuroge Wagyu specialty stores and members-only yakitori shops.

Among them, there are even branch stores of izakayas that are always fully booked and popular, and dream-like shops where you can enjoy both sushi and tempura, which are among the most popular in Japan. Visit this floor when you want to enjoy a slightly luxurious meal and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere.

Tempura To Sushi Ichi Second

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When you visit "Tempura To Sushi Ichi Second," you must try the tempura platter, which changes ingredients according to the season.

Among them, the sweet potato tempura is exquisite. While sweet potato tempura is generally thinly sliced, at Tempura To Sushi Ichi Second, it's fried whole. By being enclosed in the batter, the soft texture and natural sweetness of the sweet potato are fully brought out.

In addition to sushi made with fresh fish, the namerou made with ingredients chosen by the chef on the day is also popular. Namerou is a dish where raw fish is finely chopped and mixed with ingredients like miso and green onions. Be sure to try this exquisite namerou, where the umami of the fish matches perfectly with the richness of homemade miso, along with some Japanese sake.

- Address: Barchica03 5F, Inogate Osaka, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
- Business Hours: Weekdays 14:00-23:00 / Weekends and Holidays 12:00-23:00　
- Closed: Unknown
- Phone: 06-4300-5888
- Official Website: http://sushiichi.jp/
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sushiichisecond/

Shokudo Isseki Sanchou

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At "Shokudo Isseki Sanchou," a variety of creative international dishes, including Japanese, Spanish, and Italian cuisine, are served in course meals.

The first dish, Peking duck, offers a perfect balance between the smoky flavor of charcoal grilling and the refreshing taste of blueberry sauce, making you eager for the next course. The main dish, ginger pork (Beshota), exudes a luxurious feeling that sets it apart from the simple flavors of traditional Japanese home-style ginger pork. The Iberian pork (Iberico) is rich in juicy fat, delivering a punchy and satisfying taste.

With its refined atmosphere, "Shokudo Isseki Sanchou" is often chosen for important occasions such as anniversaries or business meetings. Why not indulge in a special time during your visit to Japan?

- Address: Inogate Osaka, 5th Floor, Barchica 03, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka City
- Business Hours: 1st session 15:30~, 2nd session 18:00~, 3rd session 20:30~　
- Closed: Thursdays
- Phone Number: 06-6485-8234
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1seki3cho_osaka/

Yakidokoro Niku to 「」

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"Yakidokoro Niku to 「」, is a yakiniku restaurant where you can savor Japan’s most famous brand of beef, Kuroge Wagyu. By purchasing half a cow of female Wagyu (Meushi) through a unique procurement route, even the rarest cuts of Kuroge Wagyu are offered at reasonable prices.

Among the highlights is the Kuroge Wagyu short ribs, where the evenly distributed marbling melts in your mouth. Additionally, the superb tongue (Tan), which becomes more flavorful with each bite, allows you to enjoy top-quality meat at an affordable price.

Enjoy your Japanese yakiniku experience with a selection of drinks that pair well with the dishes, such as the unique Kuromoji shochu.

- Address: Inogate Osaka, 5th Floor, Barchica 03, 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka City
- Business Hours: 11:00~23:00　
- Closed: Unknown
- Phone Number: 080-9530-9236
- Official Website: https://barchica03.com/shoplist/yakidokoro-nikutosonotokidokino/

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Basic Information about BARCHIKA 03

Address, business hours, closed days, phone number, and official website information summarized (100-character version):

- Address: 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka, Inogate Osaka 2-5F
- Business Hours: 8:00~23:00 (varies by shop)
- Closed: Varies by shop
- Phone Number: 06-7653-4629
- Official Website:https://barchica03.com/
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barchica03/

Access

Directions and travel time from each line's exit:

JR
- Osaka Station: Immediately accessible from the West Exit
- Kitashinchi Station: About 8 minutes on foot toward JR Osaka Station

Hankyu Railway
- Osaka Umeda Station: About 7 minutes on foot via JR Osaka Station East Exit to the West Exit

Hanshin Railway
- Osaka Umeda Station: About 8 minutes on foot toward JR Osaka Station West Exit

Osaka Metro
- Umeda Station: About 7 minutes on foot from JR Osaka Station East Exit to the West Exit
- Higashi Umeda Station: About 10 minutes on foot from JR Osaka Station East Exit to the West Exit
- Nishi Umeda Station: About 5 minutes on foot toward JR Osaka Station West Exit

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