Downtown Area
Izumisano – Birthplace of Japanese Towels A Relaxed Local Walk Near the Station Enjoy Craftsmanship & Showa Retro

The towels made by Shinko towel are crafted using a proprietary process that begins with carefully selected yarn, resulting in an exceptionally soft texture found nowhere else in the world.
Both visitors shared their thoughts as they were guided by the staff: “Towels come into direct contact with the skin, so being able to touch and choose them in person is wonderful.”
We invite you to experience for yourself the appeal of towels designed to gently accompany everyday life—by seeing and feeling them firsthand during your visit.

 

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Address: 1-8-52 Uemachi, Izumisano City (inside Shinko towel Co., Ltd.)
TEL: Calling from outside Japan: +81-72-462-1256 / Calling within Japan: 072-462-1256
Please note: Phone support is available in Japanese only.
Hours:　〈SHOP〉11:00–17:30　〈CAFÉ〉13:00–17:30
Closed: Mondays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
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Watch the Grilling in Action!
Perfect for a Travel Snack or a Take-Home Treat🎁

MIYABI’S Baumkuchen – Izumisano Store

Located about a five-minute walk from Izumisano Station, this specialty baumkuchen shop is dedicated to crafting each cake with care.
Inside, you can watch the baking process as each ring-shaped cake is slowly prepared by hand, while enjoying a moment wrapped in a gentle, sweet aroma.
Baumkuchen’s layered form, reminiscent of tree rings, has made it a symbol of good fortune in Japan—conveying the wish for lasting happiness. For this reason, it is often chosen as a wedding gift or a celebratory present, and it also makes a delightful souvenir from your journey.
Light, moist in texture and gently sweet, these cakes are perfect for a small treat during your stroll around town.
In Izumisano, such local sweets are often enjoyed as small rewards during everyday strolls—making this stop a simple yet meaningful taste of daily life in a Japanese town.

Why not take a break during your walk through Izumisano and savor one of Japan’s uniquely auspicious sweets?

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Address: 2-2-12 Uemachi, Izumisano City
TEL: Calling from outside Japan: +81-72-463-7177 / Calling within Japan: 072-463-7177
Please note: Phone support is available in Japanese only.
Hours:　Mon–Sat: 10:00–20:00　Sun: 10:00–19:00
Closed: Year-end and New Year holidays, Obon holidays (irregular closures may apply)
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Why not enjoy a quick taste of Osaka’s local specialties during your stroll?🐙

Takoyaki Miyabi

A beloved flour-based food spot where you can enjoy a tasting comparison of Osaka’s famous takoyaki and Akashiyaki (Akashi-yaki), a local specialty from Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture.
The takoyaki here are made with a rich, dashi-infused batter filled with plenty of egg, so soft that they are gently scooped onto the plate with a spoon once cooked. Their fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth texture has earned many fans, making this an easy stop for a quick bite during your walk around town. While takoyaki can be found all over Osaka, enjoying it at a small local shop in Izumisano lets you experience how this beloved street food is part of everyday life in the neighborhood.
Another pleasure unique to this shop is watching the staff skillfully flip the takoyaki using mori-bashi—long serving chopsticks traditionally used for plating dishes. Drawn in by the savory aroma, you may find yourself stopping by almost without realizing it.

Yakiniku Horumon Nikutare-ya Izumisano (Former Hinodeyu Site)

Located on the former site of Hinode-yu, a public bathhouse long cherished by the local community in Izumisano, Yakiniku Horumon Nikutareya was created through a thoughtful renovation.
This one-of-a-kind dining spot has become a local favorite, where you can savor premium Japanese black wagyu beef in a nostalgic Showa-era bathhouse setting.
Step inside, and you’ll find traces of the old bathhouse preserved throughout the space—the traditional bandai (the raised attendant’s counter once used in Japanese public bathhouses to oversee the bathing area)　and wooden shoe lockers remain just as they were. The atmosphere feels warmly nostalgic, as if you had just stepped out of a relaxing bath.

Step through the “Yu” noren—the traditional fabric curtain marked with the character for “hot water,” commonly hung at the entrance of Japanese public bathhouses to welcome bathers.
—at the back of the restaurant, and you’ll be greeted by a beautifully painted mural of cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji, symbols long associated with Japan’s public bathhouse culture.
In the past, murals of In the past, murals of Mount Fuji were commonly painted on the walls of public bathhouses—a uniquely Japanese tradition symbolizing purification, comfort, and a shared sense of nostalgia.　 that is lovingly preserved here today.
Ana and Betty were visibly delighted by the elegant mural of cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji, exclaiming, “It’s beautiful!”

The long-awaited yakiniku features exquisite Japanese black wagyu beef carefully selected by Yamasan Sakamoto Shoten, a meat wholesaler with over 140 years of history.
From their own ranch, only premium female wagyu cattle from Kagoshima Prefecture—known as “Yamasan Beef”—and graded A4 or higher are chosen and served here.

Another highlight is the reservation-only Horumon Nabe (offal hot pot), which launched in February 2026.
Simmered in Nikutareya’s original secret-recipe broth and flavored with aromatic garlic, this hearty hot pot brings out the rich umami of horumon to perfection.
Ana shared her thoughts, saying, “We also have horumon dishes in Bolivia, but this hot pot is incredibly fresh and truly delicious.”

“Our goal is to create a welcoming place where local people can gather with smiles around premium Japanese black wagyu beef prepared by a trusted meat wholesaler.
We hope our international guests will also enjoy both the outstanding quality and exceptional value rooted in craftsmanship, along with the space itself—a place that feels nostalgic yet refreshingly new.” says Yuji, the restaurant manager.

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Address: 3-1-16 Uemachi, Izumisano City
TEL: Calling from outside Japan: +81-72-489-4577 / Calling within Japan: 072-489-4577
Please note: Phone support is available in Japanese only.
Hours: 17:00–23:00 (Last order: 22:30)
Closed: Thursdays
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What Ana (left) and Betty (right) Thought About the Sano Local Gourmet Walk　　

“It was such a comfortable and welcoming environment, and the food was truly wonderful. The coffee and matcha were excellent as well, and strolling through the local streets felt like discovering a hidden gem!”

Just minutes from Kansai International Airport, enjoy a leisurely walk where craftsmanship meets local gourmet delights.
Why not discover a new side of Izumisano—a charming alternative to its image as simply an ‘airport town’?

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Bellevue Garden Hotel Kansai International Airport

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Izumisano Center Hotel

Conveniently located near the station, this hotel makes getting around easy.
Small, thoughtful touches—such as origami paper cranes placed in each guest room—add a warm sense of Japanese hospitality.

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Address: 1-10-37 Takamatsuhigashi, Izumisano City
TEL: Calling from outside Japan: +81-72-458-1116 / Calling within Japan: 072-458-1116
(Available: 10:00–20:00)
Check-in: From 15:00
Check-out: 10:00
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🏨 Near the Station & With a Large Public Bath

REF Kansai Airport by VESSEL HOTELS　

Just steps from Izumisano Station, this hotel enjoys an excellent location.
With a large public bath and sauna on-site, it’s the perfect place to refresh and unwind after a day of walking and exploring.

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Address: 3-11-21 Uemachi, Izumisano City
TEL: Calling from outside Japan: +81-72-464-7111 / Calling within Japan: 072-464-7111
Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 11:00
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