Must-try Osaka gourmet! Halal restaurant at OCAT, directly connected to Namba Station [Yakiniku, Rice Bowls, Ramen]

• Table of Contents
• What is OCAT, the bus terminal directly connected to JR Namba Station?
• Two recommended Halal restaurants in 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?

OCAT/Osaka City Air Terminal

1-4-1 Minato-cho, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 556-0017

Osaka City Air Terminal (OCAT) is a multi-functional commercial complex located in Minatomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka City. It houses the South Osaka City Bus Terminal and a bus terminal for Kansai International Airport, and is directly connected to JR Namba Station. The six-story commercial floor also houses shops, restaurants, and an information center. OCAT is also a frequent venue for music performances, and the outdoor Ponte Square is a place for Osaka's young street dance community to practice and interact.

OCAT (Osaka City Air Terminal) is a six-story complex located in the heart of Namba, Osaka. It opened in 1996 and 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 line.

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 where you can enjoy delicious halal food?
For example, they have a wide variety of restaurants, such as Yakiniku where you can enjoy Halal-certified "Halal meat," and beef bone ramen made with broth from the high-end brand beef "Kobe beef."

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

Two recommended Halal restaurants in OCAT

ZEROHACHI

Zerohachi , located on the 5th floor of OCAT, is a Muslim-friendly yakiniku restaurant where you can enjoy halal meat, which has been processed in accordance with Islamic law.

The halal meats you can choose from are the special "halal Akage Wagyu beef" and "halal Kobe beef," one of Japan's three major wagyu beef brands. Akage Wagyu beef in particular has a lot of lean meat, and is characterized by its delicate umami flavor and refreshing texture. You can enjoy the deliciousness of healthy lean meat.

In addition to the meat, Zerohachi also offers halal-friendly sauces and salt! They have two types of homemade sauces and several types of original blend salt, so you can enjoy a variety of flavors. There are many spacious seats, with seats for up to six, so you can enjoy your meal in comfort.

Although we are a Halal specialty store, depending on the situation, you may be able to order alcoholic beverages as well. Please feel free to ask our staff.

"Zero Hachi" can be enjoyed by both small and large groups. If you're visiting OCAT, why not give it a try?

Store Information

Phone number: 06-6635-3022

Business hours: 11:00-16:00, 17:00-22:00

Closed: Third Wednesday

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Diner 585

Next on our list is Diner585 , also located on the 5th floor. This restaurant also uses Halal ingredients in all of their menu items.

With 50 seats, it can accommodate a wide range of groups, from small to large. It can also be rented out for private use. It's perfect for dinner parties with family or friends.

A popular menu item is Kobe beef bone ramen, which was created by the chef after traveling around the world and conducting extensive research. The soup comes in two flavors: soy sauce and spicy miso, and the carefully selected medium-thick noodles are coated with the soup perfectly. Due to its popularity, it often sells out during lunchtime.

The rice bowls, which are also popular on the menu, come in a wide variety, including tempura bowls and grilled meat bowls, and it seems that some office workers from the neighborhood come every day to eat a different bowl.

Not only are the meals halal-friendly, but there is also a prayer room next to the store. This prayer room is exclusively available to customers of Diner585 , so you can pray in peace and quiet.

Please come and enjoy a fun time with your family and friends.

Store Information

Phone number: 06-6777-9529

Business hours: 11 :00-16:00, 17:00-21:30

Closed: Third Wednesday

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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. It serves as the gateway to Osaka, with limousine buses and long-distance express buses to various destinations, including Kansai Airport and Itami Airport.

The limousine bus to Kansai Airport is particularly convenient, and you can board smoothly from JR Namba Station or OCAT, making it a great point for travelers. It also serves as a convenient transportation hub , with long-distance overnight buses to Shikoku, Chugoku, Kyushu, and other regions.

The facility is also equipped with bus ticket vending machines and an information counter, 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, Osaka, is a terminal with excellent accessibility, directly connected to JR Namba Station. In addition to being a hub for airports and regional cities, it also has a shopping mall and restaurant area perfect for everyday use and sightseeing.

In addition to the many attractive tenants within the facility, there are also many restaurants where you can enjoy freshly cooked meat dishes, so be sure to use OCAT to help you plan your trip.