Calling all meat lovers out there, if you're in the market for some of the best chicken in Osaka then look no further than Yakitori Ichimatsu. Perfectly seared on the grill, the chicken is served in more ways and varieties than you would think possible. Alongside a sake and wine pairing, watch the magic unfold. 

Sushi Ohata makes a name for itself for many reasons, one of which is its creative use of vinegar. Unusual, perhaps, but once you've tasted the conncotions chef Ohata Masamichi creates you can fully understand why. Treating vinegar in the same way a sommelier would treat wine, be prepared for some top-notch sushi. 

This hidden gem will have you feeling like a true local. Known as a tachinomi-ya (or standing, drinking bar), Ginzaya is relaxed, low-key, yet, extremely popular. Join the crowds milling around sipping on a beer, or sake, and nibbling on some sashimi, crab cream croquettes, and beef tataki. An evening well spent!          

With only eight seats and two sittings, KAHALA is intimate and so world-renowned it's essential to book well in advance. Chef Yoshifumi Mori iconically blends Japanese tradition with an ode to French cuisine; the flavours are unimaginable, the presentation just phenomenal. A man of many talents, even the crockery you dine on is handcrafted by Mori.