Black Gate Market Tours
Looking for a trip to Black Gate Market? Osaka is known as one of the ultimate food destinations, with an abundance of food to eat and try. Kuromon Ichiba Market, also known as Osaka's Kitchen is located in the center of Osaka in Namba. The temple was known for its black-painted gate, where it got the nickname Black Gate Market. Kuromon Ichiba is a public covered market stretching over 580 meters where local homeowners and restaurant chefs get their supply from. Tourist and locals go to the market to buy some fresh foods and goods. The market is famous for its fresh seafood with almost 30 seafood vendors located in the market. The other stores sell fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, dried fish, sweets, clothing, and flowers. The shops not only sell larger food quantities for restaurants or later consumption but also in smaller proportions which can be eaten there. The many stalls offer the best street food ready to eat like grilled seafood, sushi, season fruits, etc.
What to See in Black Gate Market
The market was not established until 1902 with over 190 years of history, originally called Enmyoji Ichiba after a temple nearby. Fish traders operated in the area unofficially since the 1820s, until the market was established. It was also nicknamed Kuromon Ichiba or Black Gate Market for its black painted gate that was destroyed by a massive fire in 1912.
How to Get to Black Gate Market
Access to Kuromon Ichiba is a 3-minute walk from the Nippombashi Subway Station where hours are varied by stores, typically between 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is recommended to go early in the morning when there are fewer people, watching the shops opened and preparing their stalls. For more information, there is a tourist information building towards the south side of the street providing useful information and maps, and other services. There is a seating area at the information center to enjoy your meal.
Opening Hours: 9:00-18:00
Entrance Ticket: Free
Address: 2 Chome-4-1 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka
Duration: 2 hours
Looking for a trip to Black Gate Market? Osaka is known as one of the ultimate food destinations, with an abundance of food to eat and try. Kuromon Ichiba Market, also known as Osaka's Kitchen is located in the center of Osaka in Namba. The temple was known for its black-painted gate, where it got the nickname Black Gate Market. Kuromon Ichiba is a public covered market stretching over 580 meters where local homeowners and restaurant chefs get their supply from. Tourist and locals go to the market to buy some fresh foods and goods. The market is famous for its fresh seafood with almost 30 seafood vendors located in the market. The other stores sell fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, dried fish, sweets, clothing, and flowers. The shops not only sell larger food quantities for restaurants or later consumption but also in smaller proportions which can be eaten there. The many stalls offer the best street food ready to eat like grilled seafood, sushi, season fruits, etc.
What to See in Black Gate Market
The market was not established until 1902 with over 190 years of history, originally called Enmyoji Ichiba after a temple nearby. Fish traders operated in the area unofficially since the 1820s, until the market was established. It was also nicknamed Kuromon Ichiba or Black Gate Market for its black painted gate that was destroyed by a massive fire in 1912.
How to Get to Black Gate Market
Access to Kuromon Ichiba is a 3-minute walk from the Nippombashi Subway Station where hours are varied by stores, typically between 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is recommended to go early in the morning when there are fewer people, watching the shops opened and preparing their stalls. For more information, there is a tourist information building towards the south side of the street providing useful information and maps, and other services. There is a seating area at the information center to enjoy your meal.
Opening Hours: 9:00-18:00
Entrance Ticket: Free
Address: 2 Chome-4-1 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka
Duration: 2 hours
Black Gate Market Tours
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Most Frequently Asked Questions
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How to get to the Black Gate Market with public transportation?Take the Metro line and get off at the Nihombashi station by Exit 10. Destination will be in a 5 minute walk.
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What are the open hours of the Black Gate Market?09:00-18:00 (1 January to 31 December; Monday - Sunday)
Tips: stores opens at different hours, and going early is recommended. -
What are the payment types available at the Black Gate Market?Many stores only accept cash, so bring enough cash for purchase.
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What to shop at the Black Gate Market other than the local food?Additional to the fresh food, clothes, souvenirs, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals are available in the Black Gate Market.
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Where can I store my luggage near the Black Gate Market?Luggage storage is available at the coin locker by major subway stations. See the following for some luggage storage locations:
Namba Station: Take the escalator from 3F by the North Exit to 1F, continue straight and the storage are on the left hand side. There are 26 large storages available from B1 to 2F, offered in automated and manual storage.
Here are 2 other storage locations for your reference:
Shinsaibashi Station: manual storage.
JR Osaka Station: Automated storage is available on 1F and 3F. If you cannot find an empty locker, manual storage is offered from 10:00 to 19:00 at the Osaka Station. -
What are other places to see near the Black Gate Market?Hozenji Temple, Dotonbori, Tsutenkaku, Shitennoji, and Osaka Museum of History are some of the many popular tourist attraction near the market.
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Do you provide any half day or full day trip to Black Gate Market?We can offer tours. Because English speaking tour guide are expensive, especially during high season, we recommend a car rental service instead. We can provide a driver who speaks simple English.
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What are some hotels recommended near the Black Gate Market?A lot of hotels with different ratings are available. For hotels with good service and reasonable prices, you may consider:
Agora Place Namba (Formerly Red Roof Plus Namba Osaka Namba): 403m from the market.
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka-Namba: 412m from the market.
Hotel le Botejour Nanba Osaka: 291m from the market.
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