Osaka Minami, especially from Namba to Shinsaibashi, has such a large number of stores that it is known as the “Mecca of gift certificate shops.”
These shops, where you can purchase Shinkansen tickets, facility passes, various gift certificates, and more at great prices, are widely used by both tourists and locals. This time, we will introduce the discount ticket shops in this area in an easy-to-understand manner!
1. Access Ticket Osaka Namba Main Store
- Access: 1 minute walk from Nankai Namba Station, 5 minutes walk from Namba Station
- Products available: Shinkansen tickets, department store common tickets, JCB gift cards, shareholder coupons, foreign currency exchange
- Features:
You can purchase tickets from vending machines 24 hours a day, so you can buy tickets even in the early morning or late at night. They also offer the cheapest foreign currency exchange rates in the Kansai region, so they are very popular with tourists. As a major company with over 50 stores nationwide, the purchase prices tend to be higher. If you want to buy coupons conveniently, this is the place to start!
Address: 3-2-17 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Business hours: 11:00-19:00 (open all year round, except for New Year holidays)
2. Daikokuya Namba Pawnshop
- Access: Along Ebisubashi-suji Shopping Street, right outside the north exit of Nankai Namba Station
- Products available: Shinkansen tickets, department store common tickets, JCB gift cards, shareholder discount tickets
- Features:
Daikokuya is marked by an orange sign. Stop by before shopping or eating at a department store to get some great deals. The appeal is the peace of mind of having stores all over the country and the wide range of products. There are plenty of coupons that can be used at Takashimaya and Shinsaibashisuji Shopping Street, so it’s perfect for people who love shopping.
Address: 1F Marumiya Building, 3-2-24 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Business hours: 11:00-19:00 (open every day)
3. Konan Ticket Namba Store
- Access: South entrance of Ebisubashi-suji Shopping Street, within walking distance from Namba Station
- Products available: Shinkansen tickets, Nankai Railway discount tickets, gift certificates, shareholder benefit tickets
- Features:
A must-see ticket shop for Nankai Electric Railway users. They have a wide selection of discount tickets for the Nankai Line, and also offer great access to Kansai Airport! They also offer foreign currency exchange, and the purchase prices are relatively high. If you use trains in the Kansai area a lot, be sure to check it out.
Address: 3-2-22 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Business hours: 10:00-19:00 (open all year round)
4. J Market Namba Walk Store
- Access: Namba Walk 1st Avenue South Street, 5 minutes walk from Osaka Metro Namba Station
- Products available: Shinkansen tickets, theme park tickets, gift certificates, foreign currency exchange
- Features:
Because it is located in an underground mall, it is a great place to use even on rainy days. Among the J-Market stores nationwide, the Namba Walk store has a particularly large stock of tickets. Business hours are also long, until 9pm, so it is convenient to stop by after work or between shopping.
Address: 1-7 Namba Walk 1st Street South Street, Namba 2, Niji no Machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Business hours: 10:00-21:00 (based on Namba Walk’s closing days)
5. Ticket Cabin Namba store
- Access: Near exit 19 of Osaka Metro Namba Station
- Products available: Shinkansen tickets, gift certificates, foreign currency exchange
- Features:
Conveniently located directly connected to Namba Station, it is convenient to stop by right after getting off the train. There is also a 24-hour online reservation service, so you can rest assured even if you have a sudden business trip or trip. They also actively buy tickets, so you can quickly sell any tickets you no longer need.
Address: B2F Sanei Midosuji Building, 3-5-8 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Business hours: Weekdays 10:00-19:00 / Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 10:00-18:00
6. Ticket Cabin Crysta Nagahori Store
- Access: Inside Crysta Nagahori, 1 minute walk from Nagahoribashi Station
- Products available: Shinkansen tickets, leisure tickets, gift certificates, foreign currency exchange
- Features:
Located in the underground mall, it can be used regardless of the weather. It is open until 9pm, making it convenient for after work. It has a wide selection of products, from department store gift certificates to theme park tickets.
Address: 2-chome Minamisenba, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Nagahori Underground Mall 1-5
Business hours: Weekdays, Saturdays and holidays 11:00-21:00 / Sundays 11:00-20:30
7. Ticket Super Namba Store
- Access: Northwest of Osaka Takashimaya, immediately outside exit 9 of Namba Station
- Products available: Shinkansen tickets, limited express tickets, gift certificates, shareholder coupons, foreign currency exchange
- Features:
A rare baggage storage service in the Namba area. For travelers, it is convenient to be able to leave your luggage and then go buy tickets. The purchase price is also high, so it is popular with a wide range of people from locals to tourists.
Address: 1F Cock d’Or Building, 4-5-14 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Business hours: Weekdays 10:00-19:30 / Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 10:00-19:00
How to use gift certificate shops wisely
Best to go on a weekday!
On weekdays, there is often a good stock of Shinkansen multiple-use tickets, and the purchase rate is slightly higher.
Exchange foreign currency all at once!
Many stores offer foreign currency exchange, but the rates vary from store to store, so it’s best to exchange in bulk.
Use the tickets for different purposes!
The trick to saving money is to choose a shop that suits your needs, such as “Access Ticket” for Shinkansen tickets and “Konan Ticket” for Nankai Electric Railway tickets.
summary
Each ticket shop in the Namba-Shinsaibashi area has its own unique features, so it’s a wise choice to use the right one depending on your purpose. If you want to get a good deal on a Shinkansen ticket or save a little money on your department store purchases, be sure to check out the shops we introduced this time. You’re sure to find some unexpected bargains!
