• Table of Contents
• Yubara Yuttari Plaza
• Hand and foot baths
• Hanzaki Foot Bath(riverside area)
• "YUBARA BASE" is a private guesthouse with a foot bath.
• "Rojiura 9-Banchi" - A canelé specialty shop run by a popular bakery
• Seasonal waffle specialty store "Howaffuru Waffle Shop"
• Freshly fried croquettes from a butcher shop, "Hisamoto Butcher Shop"

Yubara Yuttari Plaza

Located at the entrance to Yubara Onsen, Footbath Park features the spacious "Hanzaki Foot Bath," approximately 26 meters wide. "Hanzaki (Japanese Giant Salamander) " is the local name for the Japanese giant Japanese Giant Salamander , a nationally designated Special Natural Monument . The name comes from a legend that it "continues to live even after being torn in half." Hanzaki (Japanese Giant Salamander) is the mascot character at Yubara Onsen , and at Footbath Park, visitors are greeted by an art object called "Hanzaki-san Cooling Down in a Bath," created for the 2019 art event " Mimasaka Three Hot Springs Art Temperature."

* "Mimasaka Three Hot Springs Art Temperature" is a contemporary art exhibition held every three years in three famous hot spring resorts in the region.

Address: 59 Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture Yubara Onsen

"YUBARA BASE" is a private guesthouse with a foot bath.

Yubara Onsen is home to a guesthouse called "YUBARA BASE," which can be rented out entirely to one group per day. The unique design allows hot spring water to flow through the rooms, and there is a foot bath with free-flowing hot spring water exclusively for guests. This is a popular accommodation option for foreign tourists as well.

If you stay overnight, you can enjoy the soothing scenery at any time. You can also enjoy a foot bath in your room, and if you feel sleepy, you can relax in your bedroom.

Indoor barbecue facilities

The first floor is equipped with facilities for indoor barbecues, so you can enjoy them regardless of the weather. You can bring your favorite ingredients and enjoy them, and hot pot cooking is also available. The property is fully equipped with a kitchen, microwave, refrigerator, cooking utensils, and tableware, so you can stay here empty-handed except for the ingredients. As a special perk for guests, the locally popular "Yubara Pudding" will be provided for each guest.

[YUBARA BASE]

Address: 111-3 Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture Yubara Onsen

TEL: 080-5621-0759

Parking: Available

Yubara Base | Official website

"Rojiura 9-Banchi" - A canelé specialty shop run by a popular bakery

"Rojiura 9-Banchi" is a canelé specialty shop run by "Logic," a popular bakery in Soja City. It is located next to "Yubara Base." The canelés and sweets made by this popular, high-quality bakery are guaranteed to be of high quality.

*Canelés are a traditional baked confectionery that originated in the Bordeaux region of France. They are characterized by a crispy, fragrant exterior and a chewy interior.

The luxury of enjoying sweets in a foot bath

This time, I ordered some canelés and a drink to take away, and enjoyed delicious sweets and a foot bath at the Hanzaki Foot Bath, located just below the shop, in the best possible mood.

[Rojiura 9-Banchi]

Address: 111-3 Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture Yubara Onsen

TEL: 0867-45-0306

Business days: Saturday to Sunday

Business hours: 10:00-18:00

Parking: None

Back Alley No. 9 | Official Instagram

Seasonal waffle specialty store "Howaffuru Waffle Shop"

We ordered some popular takeout waffles from the cute riverside shop "Howaffuru Waffle Shop." Waffles made with seasonal fruits are popular, and at the time of our visit, they were selling blueberry waffles. Custard waffles can be enjoyed all year round.

There is a "Hanzaki Foot Bath" on the riverbed just below the store, so you can enjoy your feet in the footbath immediately after purchasing.

[ Howaffuru Waffle Shop]

Address: 94-1 Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture Yubara Onsen

Opening hours: Friday to Monday 9:00-18:00

Closed: Tuesday to Thursday

Parking: Available

Howaffuru Waffle Shop| Official Instagram

Freshly fried croquettes from a butcher shop, "Hisamoto Butcher Shop"

The croquettes at Hisamoto Butcher Shop, located along the river, are freshly fried, hot, and have a fluffy texture that will whet your appetite. They are only sold on weekdays, but enjoying a foot bath with a croquette in hand was a wonderful experience.

* Croquettes are a popular Japanese dish made by mashing boiled potatoes, shaping them, and then coating them in breadcrumbs and frying them. They are originally a Japanese adaptation of the French dish Croquette.

[Hisamoto Butcher Shop]

Address: 111 Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture , Yubara Onsen

TEL: 0867-62-2612

Business hours: 9:00-19:00

Closed: None

Parking: None

Hisamoto Butcher Shop| Official Website

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• Table of Contents
• What is OCAT, the bus terminal directly connected to JR Namba Station?
• Two recommended breakfast options at OCAT
• OCAT is convenient for sightseeing and shopping!
• OCAT is the gateway to Osaka

What is OCAT, the bus terminal directly connected to JR Namba Station?

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OCAT (Osaka City Air Terminal) is a complex located in Namba, Minami, Osaka. It is a six-story complex that opened in 1996. It is directly connected to JR Namba Station and is conveniently located within walking distance of multiple lines, including the Osaka Metro, Kintetsu and Hanshin lines, and Nankai lines.

Although it is the largest bus terminal in western Japan, it also houses restaurants, fashion, miscellaneous goods, and service stores, allowing you to complete transportation, shopping, and dining in one place, so it attracts a diverse range of users.It is not only used by travelers and business people, but also by local residents on a daily basis, and it is no exaggeration to say that it is an urban terminal that can be used for a variety of purposes.

Did you know that there is a restaurant within OCAT that is perfect for breakfast?
For example, we have a wide variety of shops, including coffee shops that offer great value sets of snacks, salads, and drinks such as coffee, and bakeries that sell fluffy bread that is unique to Japan, as well as bread with a chewy texture.

So, this time we will be introducing in detail two recommended breakfast spots within OCAT, along with their recommended points.

Two recommended breakfast options at OCAT

Italian Tomato Cafe Jr.

Italian Tomato Cafe Jr. , located on the basement floor of OCAT, is a coffee shop chain with locations throughout Japan.

This cafe offers a fun, delicious, modern Italian experience with carefully selected coffee, original drinks, pasta, and homemade fresh cakes.

This store opens at 7:15am, so many people have breakfast here and then go straight to work or head out to Namba or Shinsaibashi for fun.

The morning set, available from opening until 11:00 AM, is especially popular and allows you to order a croque monsieur or hot dog with a soft drink at a great price.

In addition, if you order a drink set with the regular food menu during the morning hours, you can get a discount on the drink. This is a perfect example of the saying, "The early bird catches the worm."

The restaurant is bright and spacious, and some seats even have power outlets. The restaurant is also equipped with the latest smoking separation machines, so even if you're seated near one, you won't smell any cigarette smoke, making it a comfortable space for both smokers and non-smokers.

Come and enjoy a relaxing morning at Italian Tomato Cafe Jr.

Store Information

Phone number: 06-6636-1411

Business hours: 7:15-20:30

Closed: New Year's holidays

See more information about Italian Tomato Cafe Jr.

ALFHEIM

Next on our list is ALFHEIM , which also has a store on the basement floor.

ALFHEIM is a bakery that opens early in the morning, opening at 7:00 AM. Inside the store, you'll find a wide selection of freshly baked breads, including French bread, savory bread, and Danish pastries, all handmade by skilled artisans using natural ingredients. During morning hours (from opening until 10:30 AM), you can order a set that includes a soft drink at a discounted price.

They usually only sell takeout, but if you order a soft drink you can eat it at the counter inside the store or on the terrace in front of the store. There is also a microwave next to the register, so you can eat warm bread that is almost like it was made.

The most popular bread at ALFHEIM is the "Quincy." It's a simple bread with cream sandwiched between soft, fluffy white dough, and it comes in several cream flavors. Limited-edition cream flavors are also available depending on the season, but the classic, gentle milk flavor is particularly popular, with many repeat customers.

Additionally, ALFHEIM is the closest restaurant to the ticket gates of JR Namba Station, so it's very convenient to be able to relax in the restaurant and then catch the train to head out the door after your train departs.

Store Information

Phone number: 06-6635-3154

Business hours: 7 :00-20:00

Closed: New Year's holidays

View more information about ALFHEIM

OCAT is convenient for sightseeing and shopping!

The appeal of OCAT is not limited to its restaurants. It is accessible via multiple lines, including the Osaka Metro, Kintetsu and Hanshin lines, and Nankai lines, and is conveniently located for traveling to various destinations.

There is also a shopping mall within the OCAT building, making it convenient for purchasing souvenirs and daily necessities. Multilingual facility guides and floor maps are also available, so even first-time visitors can feel at ease.

The building is barrier-free, allowing easy movement with strollers and wheelchairs. One of the great attractions of the building is that it can be used safely by people traveling with small children or elderly people.

A diverse lineup of tenants where you can enjoy shopping

As mentioned above, there is a wide range of shops catering to both everyday needs and tourists , including fashion, miscellaneous goods, daily necessities, drugstores, and service stores. In particular, the first basement and first floors are lined with a variety of tenants, creating a shopping space that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders.

A bus terminal with excellent access

One of OCAT's distinctive features is the large bus terminal on the second floor. Intercity express buses to various locations, including Kansai International Airport and Itami Airport, arrive and depart here, making it a vital gateway to Osaka.

The limousine bus to Kansai International Airport is particularly convenient, and the ability to smoothly transfer from intercity express buses and JR lines within OCAT is a great point for travelers. Long-distance overnight buses to Shikoku, Chugoku, Kyushu, and other regions also depart and arrive at OCAT, making it a very convenient transportation hub .

The facility is also fully equipped with bus ticket vending machines and sales counters, making it easy for foreign tourists and first-time visitors to use the facility with peace of mind.

Please also see here for directions from JR Namba Station to OCAT.

OCAT is the gateway to Osaka

What did you think?

OCAT, a complex located in Namba, Minami, Osaka, is a terminal that boasts excellent accessibility, being directly connected to JR Namba Station. In addition to being a hub for airports and regional cities, it also has a shopping mall suitable for everyday use and sightseeing.

One of the attractive tenants within the facility is a Japanese-style coffee shop and bakery, perfect for breakfast. When you visit OCAT, be sure to check it out to ensure you have a fulfilling morning.

As autumn approaches, Toyosu is bringing both sweets and trends this year. Éclat des Jours, a popular patisserie in LaLaport Toyosu 1, is introducing adorable baked goods just for Halloween. And on October 24th and 25th, TikTok will be holding its first major event in Japan, "TikTok Autumn Fest." Why not experience a heart-melting autumn in Toyosu, enveloped in the sweet aromas and excitement of the city?

Experience a special thrill in Toyosu in the fall.

During this season, the showcase of Éclat des Jours is lined with baked goods in Halloween-themed packaging. The small boxes, tagged with ghosts and black cats, are filled with madeleines, financiers, and other treats that have a gentle autumnal aroma and sweetness.

The cute appearance will make your heart leap, and the moment you open the bag, the aroma of butter will hit you. With just one bite, the luxurious taste will make you feel like autumn is spreading in your mouth. The cute packaging makes it perfect as a gift or souvenir.

Please check out our Instagram where we regularly introduce our standard products and seasonal cakes.

Check out the cakes on Instagram

Store Information

Store name: Éclat des Jours Toyosu store

Access: 3 minutes walk from Toyosu Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line

Business hours: Weekdays: 11:00-20:00 Saturdays and holidays: 10:00-20:00

Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays

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Some cakes and gift items can also be pre-ordered through TableCheck.

Make a reservation in advance with TableCheck

Also in Toyosu, TikTok presents the "#MeloAutumn" experience

Along with Éclat des Jours, there's another popular event that will brighten up Toyosu this autumn. TikTok Autumn Fest is a large-scale offline event being held in Japan for the first time by TikTok and TikTok for Business. Held over two days, on Friday, October 24th and Saturday, October 25th, 2025, at Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu 1, this event will allow visitors to experience the trends and culture emerging on TikTok in real life.

The theme is "#MeloAutumn".

With the motto of "fall in love with autumn ," popular creators on TikTok and luxury brands have come together to offer a wealth of content to enjoy with all five senses, including food, art, music, sports, and reading.

Autumn food produced by popular creators

This year's festival will feature many of TikTok's most popular creators, including Ayannu, who is popular for his food ASMR, Wolf, who is known for his buzz gourmet food, and Omurice Onii-san , who will definitely stimulate your autumn appetite.

At the food truck,

A creative autumn for enjoying art and photos

In addition to food, there is also a wide variety of art, music and photo spots.

One of the highlights is the gigantic live painting by TikTok creator Miiruka. This performance, which takes two days to complete a work on a canvas approximately 180cm high, is a must-see.

Furthermore, the central entrance will feature a number of photogenic installations, with designs that look picturesque no matter where you look, creating a space that will naturally make visitors want to point their cameras at them.

Not only the art, but also the music and lighting are synchronized, transforming the stage into a fantastical autumn night as the sun sets. The world you saw on TikTok is recreated with realistic light and sound - you can experience an immersive experience.

Luxury brands appear one after another

This event will be sponsored by well-known companies such as Shueisha, Unilever, Suntory, L'Oreal, and Life Card.

The appeal of this festival is that you can "experience" the brands you've known about on social media using all five senses: smell, touch, taste, etc. The experience of that day is then shared on TikTok the next day - a new form of marketing that moves back and forth between the real world and the digital world is here.

Event Overview

・Dates: Friday, October 24th and Saturday, October 25th, 2025

・Event time: Friday, 24th: 13:00-19:00 *Scheduled

25th (Sat): 11:00-17:00 *Scheduled

Venue: Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu 1 (2-4-9 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo)

Food stalls: 1F Seaside Deck (outdoor courtyard)

Giant Live Painting: 1F Northport Event Space

・Free admission

・Payment methods at food stalls: Credit card, QR code payment, transportation IC, etc. (cash not accepted)

Special website here

Where autumn sweets meet autumn trends

If you're looking for a moment of calm after stimulating your senses at the lively TikTok Autumn Fest, head to Éclat des Jours. Take a break with cake and coffee while admiring the view of Toyosu at dusk outside the window. Even just looking at the cute Halloween-exclusive packaging will help you relax and unwind.

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