Dry Even on Rainy Days: A Soothing Dashi Lunch at Tsuruhan in Namba CITY, Right by the Station
Lunch between meetings, or a weekend of shopping. Ever have one of those days when you think, “I want something delicious to refresh myself, but it’s raining and I don’t feel like going far…” or “I just want something gentle and comforting”?
On days like that, we recommend Mendokoro Tsuruhan Namba CITY, located inside Namba CITY, directly connected to Nankai Namba Station. Here’s why it’s perfect for everyday dining, plus our recommended lunches.
1. Stay dry on the way: easy access on B2F of Namba CITY’s main building
Tsuruhan is on the second basement floor of Namba CITY’s main building, directly connected to Nankai Namba Station. You can reach us straight from the underground mall or the station gates, so you can arrive without ever opening an umbrella, even in the rain.
The interior is a calm space with the warmth of wood, comfortable whether you want a quick solo meal or a relaxed conversation with colleagues and friends.
2. One sip and you relax: dashi takes center stage
Tsuruhan’s udon is all about the aroma and umami of its dashi, and you can tell the difference from the very first sip.
- Golden dashi drawn out by artisans: Carefully drawn from select ingredients such as kombu and shaved bonito, the dashi is gentle yet deep in flavor.
- Delicious to the last sip: Never too strong, yet rich in the umami of its ingredients, the broth soothes you so well you’ll want to drink every last drop.
Whether you’re tired from work or from shopping, a single sip of warm dashi will melt the fatigue away.
3. Pick by mood: recommended lunch menu
A varied menu you can choose from to suit your appetite and mood is another reason for its popularity.
Hearty and satisfying: Wagyu Beef Udon / Bukkake
When you want a filling meal to power through the afternoon, try the niku udon with Japanese Black wagyu. The fat of the premium beef mingles with the dashi, filling your mouth with rich, deep umami.
Comfort for a tired body: Osaka’s famous Kasu Udon
The richness of crisply fried aburakasu pairs perfectly with the dashi. The more you chew, the more umami flows out — an addictive taste you’ll come back for.
Seriously filling: Niku Tsuke-Udon
Hugely popular with those who want to savor the noodles and the meat to the full. Office workers who need a quick meal before heading back to work love it too.
4. Open 11:00–22:00: perfect for a late lunch or early dinner
Tsuruhan has no midday break and isopen continuously from 11:00 to 22:00 (last order 21:00).
So whether you missed lunch because a meeting ran long and it’s already past two, or you want an early dinner on the way home from shopping, a warm, delicious bowl is always waiting.
Restaurant information (Mendokoro Tsuruhan Namba CITY)
- Address: Namba CITY Main Bldg. B2F, 5-1-60 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
- Access: Directly connected to Nankai Namba Station / a short walk from Namba Station on the Midosuji subway line
- Hours: 11:00 ～ 22:00（L.O. 21:00）
- Closed: Follows Namba CITY’s closing days