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In 1873, the wooden Shinsaibashi Bridge was replaced by an iron bridge.
The mode of life of the era, including rickshaws,
horse-drawn carriages, and how people dressed, is interesting.
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The city of Osaka used to be a mercantile hub with a well-developed distribution network of canals and rivers stretching across the area.
Nagahori Street, now lined with top brand boutiques, once was a waterway as well. Shinsaibashi was a bridge over the Nagahori River. Shinsaibashi, or Shinsai Bridge was named after Shinsai Okada, the founder of the bridge.
The street between Shinsaibashi and Ebisubashi was alive with many people and gradually came to be known as "Shinsaibashisuji," or "Shinsaibashi Street." |
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Even Siebold, the famous German physician, walked across Shinsaibashi Bridge.
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Travelers from abroad are eligible for a refund of the 5% consumption tax added to the price of goods. The total purchase at the Shinsaibashi branch of Daimaru Department Store must be not less than 10,001 yen (without tax) and application for the refund must be filed on the day of purchase. To apply refund of the 5% consumption tax added to the price of goods. The total purchase at the Shinsaibashi branch of Daimaru Department Store must be not less than 10,001 yen (without tax) and application for the refund must be filed on the day of purchase. To apply for the refund, visit the Service counter and show your passport and the receipts showing the date of purchase.
＊ Please note that consumable goods such as food, cigarettes, cosmetics, soap and medicines are not subject to tax exemption. |
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Luggage deposit while shopping in the store
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Overseas shipping of purchases （with charge） |
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Currency exchange from U.S. dollars to yen.Please show your passport. Maximum amount of exchange is 300 dollars. |
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If you have a question regarding sightseeing, please call here. |
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