Morning
Pokemon Center OSAKA DX
The big one! Located in Daimaru Shinsaibashi department store. Start here for official merchandise and current sealed products.
What to look for:
- Japan-exclusive merchandise
- Current booster boxes and packs
- Plushies and accessories
- Osaka-exclusive items (if any)
Pokemon Cafe (if reserved)
If you booked it, the cafe is in the same building. Themed food and drinks, character appearances at tables!
Note: Reservation required 31 days ahead. If you didn't get it, no worries — the center is the main attraction.
Afternoon
Nipponbashi / Den-Den Town Card Shop Walk
This is the main event for singles! Plan to visit 3-5 shops minimum.
Strategy:
- Walk the area first, note prices on your target list cards
- Don't buy on the first pass (unless it's a steal)
- Compare across shops
- Return to best-priced shop to purchase
Shops to find: Card Labo, Hobby Station, various smaller shops in the area
Evening
Arcade Time
Nipponbashi has great arcades! Let the teens loose on crane games, rhythm games, and more.
Look for: Round 1, Taito Station, or local game centers
Shopping Sweep
Any last items from shops that are closing? Make your final purchases for the day.
Dinner in Namba
Head back toward Dotonbori or find a local spot. You've earned a good meal!
Card Shopping Checklist
Before you go out today:
- Printed target list with max prices
- Card sleeves in your bag
- Toploaders
- Cash (many shops are cash-only or cash-preferred)
- Phone for photos of prices/locations
- Small notebook for price notes
Price Discovery Notes
Use this space to track prices as you shop:
| Card | Shop 1 | Shop 2 | Shop 3 | Bought? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¥ | ¥ | ¥ | ||
| ¥ | ¥ | ¥ | ||
| ¥ | ¥ | ¥ |
Reservations
Pokemon Cafe Osaka: If you wanted this, reservation should have been made ~Jun 21 (31 days prior).
Card shops: No reservations — just walk in!
Family Notes
Add notes, suggestions, or memories below!