Higashiosaka Ishikiri is recommended in the morning.

Ishikiri Tsurugi Shrine

Ishikiri Tsurugiya Shrine, affectionately known as the ``Denbo God'' and ``Ishikiri-san,'' is a popular spot in Higashiosaka that is visited by worshipers and tourists from all over the Kinki region and all over the country.

"Denbo" means swelling in the Kansai dialect. Many people visit this shrine to pray for recovery from illness, as it is said to have the power to cut stones. The ``Ohyakudo Mairi'', which is said to be the most famous in Japan, involves walking around the two Ohyakudo stones in the temple grounds 100 times to pray for good fortune. Visiting the shrine grounds in the morning with its refreshing air will make you feel refreshed.

Ishikiri Sando Shopping Street

There is a shopping street along the approach from Ishikiri Shrine towards Mt. Ikoma in the east. There are shops selling sweets and souvenirs such as pickles and okaki, as well as restaurants with a nostalgic Showa era atmosphere, such as oden and mugwort udon shops. There are many people at lunchtime on holidays, but if you go there between 9:00 and 10:00 when the restaurant opens, you can enjoy your meal in peace. Ishikiri Sando Shopping Street is also famous as a TV filming location, and has been featured not only in Kansai local programs but also in TV dramas. It is also called the gateway to success for comedians in Kansai. It is a standard town shooting spot.

Takotsubo

One of the shops in the Ishikiri Sando shopping district that receives the most posts is the Akashiyaki shop ``Takotsubo''. In Osaka, how about takoyaki with sauce? You might think so, but Akashiyaki, which is eaten with mitsuba leaves in a light soup stock, may have been well-received by older people. The fluffy and voluminous Akashiyaki comes in a pack of 8 pieces, just the right amount for breakfast or an early lunch. You can enjoy it refreshingly by adding a little sweet red ginger. It's no wonder that people say, ``After visiting Ishikiri, it's Takotsubo.'' Besides the taste and volume, the popular point of this restaurant is the octopus-shaped bowl. The cuteness of the octopus will make you want to take a photo of it. It's so popular that there is a long line at lunchtime, so if you arrive early you can enjoy it without waiting.

Hotel Seiryu

Hotel Seiryu is about 5 minutes south of Kintetsu Ishikiri Station, along the Kintetsu Nara Line tracks. This hotel has the feel of a tourist inn. From here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka from a height equivalent to 70 stories above ground. A recommended point in the morning is that you can stop by and enjoy the hotel's hot springs (rental bath towels cost 200 yen). Taking a morning bath at the hotel will make you feel like you've taken a trip to Osaka. The outdoor terrace with an outstanding view has also been renovated and is attracting even more attention.

puente coffee

About 5 minutes from Kintetsu Shin-Ishikiri Station. Puente Coffee is a home-roasted coffee shop that buys directly from producers. You can take out all the brands sold at the store for a flat price, and you can also enjoy Geisha coffee, which is said to be a fantastic variety. The friendly owner will make suggestions when you tell him what flavor you like, so it's a good idea to stroll around Ishikiri with your morning coffee in hand.

Hiraoka Shrine

If you go a little further from the Ishikiri area, you will find Hiraoka Shrine. It is an old shrine in Ichinomiya, Kawachi Province, and is also called ``Moto Kasuga'' because it enshrined two gods separate from Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Nara. Since it enshrines the god of married couples, it is revered as a god of marital harmony and marriage. It is said that a matchmaking visit in the morning with a refreshed feeling will bring good luck.

summary

Approximately 50 minutes from Namba, Osaka. We introduced Higashiosaka/Ishikiri, one of Osaka's tourist spots. Why not try visiting a little earlier? I'm sure you'll feel refreshed.

Higashiosaka Tourism Association