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Alice In Fantasy Land
Jump into Alice’s world at this whimsical cafe only 5 minutes by foot from Umeda Station. Surrounded in mirrors, trump cards, and clocks, show off a character-themed plate like the “Cheshire Cat’s Fantasy Drown in Cheeseburger Set” (1,900JPY). For dessert, the “Mad Hatter’s Mini Parfait” (450 JPY) is one of three desserts diners can choose from.
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FUN SPACE DINER
A 4-minute walk from Nankai Line’s Namba Station. This historical building actually dates back to the 1940’s and used to be an apartment complex but was revitalized as a “kominka” (a mostly wooden structure previously used for housing) cafe in 2017. Enjoy this special space with a “Matcha Souffle” (850 JPY) , one of several souffle cup desserts they offer all-day.
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sumile OSAKA
For waterfront views of Dojima River, take Naniwa-bashi Station’s exit 1 and cross the bridge for sumile OSAKA. Relax on the terrace and enjoy their all-you-can-eat dessert “dolce buffet” (1,800JPY, between 14:30-17:00).
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Sennariya Fruit Parlor
From the 12th floor of Abeno Harukas, look over the Tennoji Station area at this old-school fruit parlor cafe. Sennariya Coffee is famous for inventing the “Mix Juice” drink in 1948, and have since launched a fruit parlor brand where you can enjoy parfaits, souffle pancakes, and of course, mix juice drinks.
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Moto Coffee
A minimalist's dream cafe located just outside exit 26 of Kitahama Station. Relax on the open terrace with views of the river sipping on coffee (400JPY~) and homemade pudding (400JPY).
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