Kitaya Minamisenba Main Store — Restaurant in Osaka

This has got to be one of the biggest hugely positive food surprises that we've had on our trip to Japan. We stumbled upon this bakery, because it was the only thing open early (8am) near our hotel that wasn't a grocery store, and wow are we glad we stopped by.

Here are the highlights: tiny olive sourdough with two large green olives nestled in a cute egg-shaped exterior (with a small thumb sized window to peer down into one of the olive orbs), onion focaccia (creamy cheese and onions nestled atop a cloud-like bread, much softer than it looks), the best curry donut I have personally had in Japan (the curry wasn't overfilled and had a sweet-savory taste, and the dough around it was chewy, almost mochi-like in consistency), one of the best croissants I have had anywhere in the world (most Paris bakeries have nothing on this place to be honest), and a really interesting take on a tiny melonpan (the taste was slightly almond-y and had little black dots scattered around in a pleasant pattern that at first we thought might be ground up black sesame but definitely not sure what it is in reality).

Every single thing we ate was incredible, and honestly, I think we may end up going back before we leave later this morning to see if there's any more baked goods that we can try or bring with us on the Shinkansen for a snack! I highly recommend this place. Worth the walk off the beaten path of the Dotonbori, especially if you're an...

A Hidden Gem Worth Every Bite

During my recent trip to Japan, I stumbled upon a charming bakery, and let me tell you—it was a life-changing discovery. I bought six different types of bread, and I’m not exaggerating when I say that every single one was superb. Each bite was a perfect balance of flavor, texture, and freshness. Even the complimentary bread they gave me (yes, free compliments!) was mind-blowingly good.

The owner was incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even more memorable. They didn’t just sell bread; they shared joy, warmth, and genuine hospitality. I felt like a valued guest rather than just another customer.

I already know this bakery will be a must-visit every time I come back to Japan. If you’re a bread lover—or just someone who appreciates excellence—you absolutely have to try this place. It’s more than just a bakery; it’s a little...

A lovely little bakery that's out of the way but definitely worth a visit. All the bread is snack-sized which just makes it easy to try all the different kinds. Definitely agree with one of the other reviewers on the quality of their croissants! One of the best with a beautiful flavour, perfect rise and oh so crispy.

Other recommendations: all the herb buns, doesn't matter which just get them all; the olive sourdough;...