Places to Go During the Year-End and New Year Holidays! A Summary of Popular Restaurants in Osaka
October 24, 2025
Traveling to Japan during the year-end and New Year holidays (Dec 29 – Jan 3) can be tricky for food lovers—many restaurants close as families gather to celebrate. Even upscale spots often pause operations, leaving visitors with limited dining options.
Luckily, in Osaka, Japan’s food capital, many top restaurants stay open. From fresh sushi and teppanyaki to kaiseki, kushikatsu, and premium Wagyu, this guide highlights great places to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine during your holiday trip.
*Please note some restaurants may have specific closure days during the New Year period. *Information accurate as of October 22, 2025
1. Sushi Tsutsumi / すし 堤
Osaka, Shinsaibashi ☆4.6 (Google Maps)
A Refined OMAKASE to Savor Delicate Edomae-Style Sushi and Seasonal Specialties
Indulge in a luxurious course centered on Edomae-style sushi crafted by skilled chefs, complemented by seasonal appetizers, grilled dishes, and rare horse sashimi sushi. The synergy between fresh ingredients sourced nationwide and carefully selected Japanese sake creates an exquisite dining experience.
An Intimate Counter Experience with Expertly Crafted Sushi and Warm Hospitality
Delight in an OMAKASE-style sushi course where top-quality pieces are served one by one right before your eyes by the chef. This personalized dining promises fresh seafood paired with heartfelt service, creating a truly memorable moment.
Price: ¥30,000~(Luxury)
Type: Authentic
Business Hours: 18:00~22:00
Regular Holiday: Irregular holidays
Feather: English menu, JapanFoodGuide Exclusive Course, Highly Rated
Experience the Umami of Kobe Beef at Teppanyaki, Engaging All Five Senses
Savor Kobe beef meticulously grilled on iron plates and accompanied simply by rock salt and wasabi. The natural flavors shine brilliantly, while the dynamic live cooking performance enhances your special dining adventure.
Price: ¥24,000~(Semi-Luxury)
Type: Authentic
Business Hours: 11:30~15:30, 17:30~21:00
Regular Holiday: None
Feather: Child-Friendly, Children's menu, Easy Access from Station
Seasonal Kaiseki Cuisine that Elegantly Reflects the Blessings of Japan’s Four Seasons
Delight in authentic kaiseki meals featuring seasonal ingredients such as fresh sea bream and black Wagyu beef. Paired with breathtaking views from the high floors connected directly to the station, this offers a serene and refined taste of Japan.
Price: ¥12,000~(Moderately Price)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Hours: 11:30~15:00, 17:00~21:00
Regular Holiday: None
Feather: Child-Friendly, Children's menu, Private Rooms, Easy Access from Station
Creative Japanese Cuisine with a Modern Twist on Osaka Flavors and Seasonal Delights
Enjoy a diverse range of Japanese dishes featuring local ingredients, from tempura to simmered specialties and flavorful black Wagyu beef shabu-shabu. Complement your meal with thoughtfully selected sake curated by an expert sommelier for an elevated dining journey.
Price: ¥5,500~(Affordable)
Type: Casual
Business Hours: 11:30~15:00, 17:00~22:00
Regular Holiday: None
Feather: Child-Friendly, Children's menu, English menu, Easy Access from Station
Crisp Kushikatsu Fried at High Temperatures for a New Culinary Experience Paired with Fine Wine
Discover creative kushikatsu courses featuring luxurious ingredients such as sea urchin paired with chateaubriand and delicate abalone. The wine pairing, selected by a sommelier, makes every bite a sophisticated "kushiage experience."
Elegant Tempura with a Crispy, Light Finish Paired Perfectly with Champagne
Indulge in seasonal tempura fried in cottonseed oil, which preserves the delicate umami of each ingredient. This hidden gem offers an adult-friendly atmosphere where you can also enjoy expertly paired wines and champagnes suggested by the sommelier.
Price: ¥14,000~(Mid-range)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Hours: 12:00~14:00, 18:00~22:30
Regular Holiday: Sunday, Public holiday
Feather: English menu, Chinese (traditional) menu, Chinese (simplified) menu, Korean menu, JapanFoodGuide Exclusive Course, Highly Rated
Enjoy Exquisite Wagyu Beef through Delicate Yakiniku Courses Inspired by Kaiseki Techniques
The head chef crafts yakiniku courses featuring premium ingredients such as black Wagyu filet, sirloin, and seared sushi. With meticulous preparation, you'll discover unique flavors and sophisticated dishes that reflect Japan's culinary sensibility.
Innovative Kushikatsu Course Featuring Luxurious Ingredients like Truffle and Caviar
Experience seasonal kushikatsu, including foie gras and A5 Wagyu beef, served skewer by skewer right in front of you. Paired beautifully with wine, this premium offering will transform your perception of fried foods.
Price: ¥13,500~(Mid-range)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Hours: 17:00~23:00
Regular Holiday: None (closed on December 31 and January 1)
Feather: Children's menu, English menu, Highly Rated
A Luxurious Meat Specialty Store to Savor Japan's Three Great Wagyu by Yakiniku
Indulge in A5-grade Wagyu, including Kobe, Matsusaka, and Omi beef, prepared by yakiniku style. The menu also offers a wide range of meat dishes like sukiyaki and shabu-shabu, elevating your dining experience.
Seasonal Kaiseki Cuisine in Serene Private Rooms, Perfect for Quiet Celebrations
Enjoy authentic Japanese dishes featuring live abalone and Wagyu beef in elegant private rooms. The seasonal presentation and thoughtful hospitality evoke the depth of Japan’s rich culture. During the year-end and New Year period, a special OMAKASE course is offered at ¥15,000.
Price: ¥15,000~(Mid-range)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Hours: 17:00~22:00
Regular Holiday: Irregular holidays (Available for reservations from January 2 to 4)
Authentic Japanese Kaiseki Highlighting the Beauty of Seasonal Ingredients
Featuring a special broth made from eight types of katsuobushi, premium A5 Wagyu beef, and fresh seafood directly sourced from the Goto Islands, this kaiseki course is a harmony of flavors. Perfectly paired sake enhances your appreciation of Japan’s seasonal bounty.
Price: ¥19,100~(Semi-Luxury)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Hours: 12:00~16:00, 18:00~23:30
Regular Holiday: Irregular holidays
Feather: Child-Friendly, Children's menu, Easy Access from Station
Riverside Yakiniku to Luxuriously Enjoy Selected Wagyu Cuts
This popular yakiniku course offers rare cuts such as black Wagyu chateaubriand and yukhoe, alongside sukiyaki and shabu-shabu options, allowing you to savor the richness of Wagyu in diverse and delightful ways.
