I had already finished dinner, but I felt like having a drink. However, I try to refrain from going to bars even if I'm alone at night, so I decided to have a drink at the hotel. The area I was in had a good selection of affordable accommodations and delis that caught my interest, but oh! There's a supermarket called Tamade here. I don't have this in my usual area, so I have to go there. The neon lights shining brightly are dazzling. It's great that they're open 24 hours. It was around 8:30 pm on a Saturday, and there were many customers before and after me. Perhaps because of the time and the place, there were many people looking for dinner. First, I got a 99.99 Clear Dry for 93 yen (excluding tax). It was light, so I chose this one. The store has a good size and a wide variety of products that are great for everyday use, but I felt that they particularly excel in deli and alcohol products. I also got a homemade deli for 110 yen. It contained 3 skewers of grilled chicken thighs, green onions, and skin. It was cheap. However, they were skewered on sturdy bamboo sticks with the words "secret charcoal-grilled" written on them. No way...it can't be a secret. They were all relatively small, so the sweet sauce flavor was the main focus. I had expected this, but it had been a while since I had eaten such chewy skin. The chicken thighs were soft, probably imported chicken...the sauce flavor was more noticeable than the salt. The green onions had a good texture and chewiness compared to the chicken thighs and were delicious. I also ordered a sashimi platter for 480 yen. It included salmon, sea bream, tuna, and amberjack, with wasabi and shiso leaves. If this were a seaside town, it would be expected, but this is cheap! Overall, the cuts were good, and the freshness was decent. The staff at the register was not very friendly, but they accepted PayPay, which was convenient. I would like to try other deli items next time. Thank you for the meal!

On the second day of my trip to Osaka, I encountered a situation where restaurants were closing by 8 pm, making it difficult to find a place to eat after that time. I learned from the first day and made sure to have a good breakfast at the hotel and do some shopping. I walked about 15 minutes to a supermarket called Tamade, located in Tennoji. This supermarket holds many memories of my travels, so I couldn't resist shopping there. I got carried away in the deli section and ended up buying more than I needed. The sashimi I bought was fresh and delicious, especially the tuna. However, I was surprised to find that the cheap shishamo I bought turned out to be male fish, which I had never seen before. It made me appreciate the effort that goes into providing affordable options for workers. I really enjoy shopping at budget supermarkets like this one.

Super Tamade is a place where I often go because the bento boxes and side dishes are cheap. However, the Tamade in Nishinari was a little different from other locations. While the prices were the same, the contents were slightly different: - The bento box came with only 1 rice ball and side dishes (other locations have 2 rice balls) - There was a large pile of white rice only, catering to the needs of the people in this area Of course, they also had the regular bento boxes available at other Super Tamade locations. The sushi rice ball that I bought seemed normal at first glance, but it was surprisingly heavy (the rice was packed tightly). The toppings were of regular size, placed on a sushi rice ball - it felt like a lot to eat. The next morning, I shared the sushi rice ball with my family for breakfast. It was delicious, and we were satisfied with the meal. Overall, it was a filling and enjoyable experience. During my food tour in Nishinari, the biggest challenge I faced was finding a restroom. Neither the convenience stores nor the supermarkets would let me use their restrooms. I had to resort to using the restroom at the train station. There were also restrooms in the park, but since my wife was with me, we decided to find a different location.

It's easy to buy when it's cheap. I don't usually buy this type of snack! Its name is Kara Mayo Jaikon! It might be the first time I've eaten Jaikon. It was firm and tasty! But this flavor is, mustard and mayonnaise, so it was spicy!

Good evening. I just came back from Himeji, but most of the restaurants in Shinsekai were already closed, so I asked the hotel staff if there was anywhere else to go. They said there's a Super Tamade. Huh? That sketchy supermarket with the bright neon lights? I remember seeing something like that on TV with Ayami Nantoka (a model who appears in various commercials). Well, since everything else is closed, I guess I'll check it out. Inside the store, there are neon signs displayed by category, which don't really match the atmosphere. The standout point is that everything is incredibly cheap. I have a mouth ulcer right now, so I wanted to have a hearty bento, but I'll just have some snacks for now. This place seems like something foreigners would like. I wonder if they're open 24 hours? The cashier was an old man. "Thank you," I said, and felt like I was really in Osaka. Now, time to drink.

I stayed in a dormitory right across the street from this shop, so I was very grateful. It is close to the dormitory, making it a diverse and international Tamade. I often visited with multinational friends I met at the dormitory. It was a lifesaver being open 24 hours. They also have daily necessities in baskets outside the shop. My favorite menu is boiled eggs and mapo tofu! On the other hand, I started to feel sick while eating the pork kimchi, I'm sorry... How about this must-visit hidden spot for Osaka sightseeing!

Wow, it's so cheap! They have unique bento boxes like the Tenkachaya Don. Open 24 hours.

No matter what time you go, there are always middle-aged men with a drink in hand snacking on side dishes. It's not the most pleasant atmosphere, but it's not the restaurant's fault... I guess it's because it's cheap, right!? Thank you for everything! Tamade is the best!!

There are always people from that country. Around 7 pm, I went shopping alone at Tamade. The atmosphere is quite nice and the prices are cheap. Maybe it's because it's a working-class town, but the fried rice has a lot of oil. For this price, the taste is pretty good, don't you think? The end.

This time, when I searched for a hotel in Osaka after a long time, I felt that the prices were abnormally high. Kansai Airport, where I landed with a low-cost carrier, used to be quiet, but now it's bustling with foreign tourists. In the end, I decided to stay at a hotel in Nishinari with no meals included. When I asked the front desk where I could get breakfast the next morning, they recommended this place. I suddenly remembered seeing it on TV recently (laughs). Well, if it's a bento, it should be fine (laughs). The dazzling interior and exterior of this place look like a pachinko parlor, it's quite eye-catching. It's not like the sense of Kanto, huh? When I went to the place where bento boxes were being sold, I was amazed. Is this a 100-yen shop? Most of the items have a weight that would be enough for one dish for a woman. Even though they are a bit expensive, they are around 298 yen. I tried to buy dry curry for 100 yen and fried rice for 100 yen, but for an extra 28 yen, I went for the fried rice (with bacon) for a luxurious feeling. The taste is very serious and not like frozen food, surprisingly. The dry curry doesn't have a spicy taste, but the rich flavor is enjoyable. The fried rice is not crispy, but rather moist and with less oil, which is nice. It was more like ham than bacon. But with this weight and this taste, it's enough. I can see why the hotel staff recommended it. I can feel the depth of Osaka, huh (laughs).

Last year-end, my spouse and I took a trip to Osaka and stayed in Nishinari for 2 nights to celebrate New Year's Eve. We stayed at a budget hostel popular among foreign travelers, mostly Chinese and Asian, with some Europeans and Americans. The prices were a bit higher during the New Year period, at 2,800 yen per night. Nishinari has its share of dangerous areas, but as long as you stay within safe boundaries, tourists can still enjoy themselves. There are plenty of cheap and delicious eateries around, but if you want to save even more, buying ready-made meals at Tamade supermarket and eating at the hostel is the best option. Two years ago, I was amazed by the incredibly cheap and tasty food I bought at the Tamade Supermarket in Shin-Imamiya. Tamade Supermarket is known for its numerous stores in Osaka, with a pachinko parlor-like exterior and most stores open 24 hours, offering affordable prices. Nishinari is Tamade's stronghold, with stores clustered together. Among them, the flagship store is the Tenkachaya branch, always bustling with people from early morning. During this trip, I didn't buy any ready-made meals, but I felt like having some oranges at night, so I went shopping. Since I was traveling, I didn't need a whole bag, and while looking around the store, I found a pack of slightly damaged oranges for only 50 yen! It was just perfect. I enjoyed them back at the hostel while watching the New Year's Eve TV show. The oranges from Wakayama were sweet and delicious, with no issues in taste. It felt like I witnessed the true essence of Tamade, where they sell even slightly damaged goods as long as they are edible.

Title "2023 January Osaka Trip Part 4: Locally Beloved Supermarket with Flashy Interior Decorations" This is the 18-ticket Osaka trip in January 2023. On the first day, I enjoyed sightseeing in Yakuza and had dinner at Kyoto Osho in Umeda. Then I headed to Shin-Imamiya where my accommodation was located. I went to Tamade to get some drinks and snacks for the night. Although the nearest station is Shin-Imamiya, the store is located in Tenkachaya. I entered around 9:50 pm and found that the place was filled with locals. The cashier was a Chinese lady. After browsing for about 10 minutes, I found out about the automatic discount offer. Sushi, bento boxes, tempura, and sushi were all 50 yen off after 9 pm, and after midnight, they were half price! I shopped mainly focusing on sushi and side dishes that would be discounted. Back at the hotel, I tried them out immediately. Here are my ratings: Ramune Umazawa (126 yen per bottle): 8 points An alcohol content of 6% with a refreshing Ramune flavor. It's refreshing but has a definite alcohol kick. Sangaria is a company from Osaka! Tamagoyaki (151 yen, 50 yen off): 9 points The sweet tamagoyaki with cucumber combination is exquisite! This is a must-have! There was a more luxurious nori roll next to it, but this one is much cheaper and gives a sense of value. Chicken Cutlet (Yuzu Pepper Flavor, 149 yen, 50 yen off): Perfect score of 10 points! The yuzu pepper flavor and slightly spicy taste are seriously delicious! It opened up a whole new world of chicken cutlets for me. The ultimate snack has arrived! Crab Chips (108 yen): 8 points Looks like shrimp senbei but tastes like crab senbei! Light and crispy texture with a delicious crab flavor. It's satisfying to eat and leaves a memorable taste! Overall rating: 9 points I think it was a good combination. For around 660 yen at regular price, you can enjoy a decent night of drinking at Tamade. Their homemade side dishes are quite reasonably priced. However, branded items are priced normally. In some cases, Don Quijote or Gyomu Super might be cheaper. I was impressed by the affordability of their homemade side dishes. After that, I accidentally fell asleep without turning off the lights. The next morning, I woke up around 6 am and wrote this review on Tabelog (laughs) (2023.1.6)

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