Last updated: November 2026
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Osaka has concept bars for retro game fans, cocktail drinkers and anyone curious about a submarine-themed interior. This guide covers four bars and one maid cafe confirmed open when researched, with locations and practical details to help you choose. Small bars change their hours often, so check the Google Maps listing or the venue's own page before you go.
Five Osaka concept spots at a glance
Spot | Concept | Area |
|---|---|---|
PC & Retro Bar Space Station | Retro games and cocktails | Amerikamura, Chuo-ku |
The Suite | 1920s New York cocktail lounge | Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku |
Submarine Bar Shinka | Submarine interior | Andojimachi, Chuo-ku |
M's CLUB | Simulation golf and bar | Kitahorie, Nishi-ku |
@home cafe Osaka main store | Maid cafe | Nipponbashi, Naniwa-ku |
1. PC & Retro Bar Space Station
Space Station combines a bar with consoles spanning the Famicom era to modern games. Cocktails are named after games, so the theme carries through from the screens to the drinks. It is a choice for visitors who want gaming to be part of their night out.
The bar is in the Amerikamura area of Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku. If you are planning more time in the neighborhood, see the Shinsaibashi area guide.
- Address: 2-13-3 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku
- Hours: Not published on an official site. Check the Facebook page or Google Maps before going.
- Links: Facebook · Google Maps
2. The Suite
The Suite is a cocktail lounge themed around 1920s New York and The Great Gatsby. For a night centered on cocktails and a period-inspired setting, it offers a different atmosphere from the gaming and activity-focused venues on this list.
Listings mention live music on weekends. Check the details before setting out if the music is a reason for your visit. The lounge is on the second floor at its Nishishinsaibashi address; the phone number below can help with questions about your plans.
- Address: 2-18-18 Nishishinsaibashi, 2F, Chuo-ku
- Hours: Not published on an official site. Call or check Google Maps before going.
- Telephone: 06-6282-7742
- Map: The Suite on Google Maps
3. Submarine Bar Shinka (潜水艦バー 深化)
Shinka has a submarine-inspired interior and a small counter. Its entrance can be hard to find, so allow time to locate it. The small space also makes it sensible to consider booking ahead.
One correction matters when planning your journey: Shinka is in Andojimachi, Chuo-ku, in the Tanimachi area. An older version of this article placed it in Hirakata. No official site was found; a reservation listing exists on AutoReserve.
- Location: Andojimachi, Chuo-ku
- Hours: Not published on an official site. Check the Google Maps listing or the reservation page before going.
- Map: Submarine Bar Shinka on Google Maps
4. M's CLUB
M's CLUB in Kitahorie combines simulation golf with a bar. Besides golf, the official site lists darts, karaoke, a VIP room and big screens for sports. It is an option if you want an activity alongside drinks, but plan ahead: the official site says it only accepts reservations made by the day before.
The venue is in the basement of COLLET in Nishi-ku. Its official site is the best place to check current information before making plans.
- Address: COLLET B1F, 1-10-13 Kitahorie, Nishi-ku
- Hours: From 18:00; the official site gives 24:00 as the last time and lists no regular holidays.
- Telephone: 06-6539-5252 (3 minutes from Yotsubashi Station exit 4)
- Links: Official website · Google Maps
5. @home cafe Osaka main store
This Nipponbashi maid cafe is a concept cafe rather than a bar, but it belongs on the list for readers looking beyond drinks. It occupies the first through third floors of the SEM Building in Den Den Town.
The published hours make it an option earlier in the day as well as in the evening. For more choices, see the Nipponbashi maid cafe guide and the Den Den Town guide.
- Address: SEM Bldg 1F–3F, 4-9-13 Nipponbashi, Naniwa-ku
- Hours: Weekdays 11:00–22:00; weekends and holidays 10:00–22:00. Holidays are irregular, so check before going.
- Map: @home cafe Osaka main store on Google Maps
Before you go
Some small bars have a seating or cover charge, so ask if you are unsure. Cash may be needed. Small venues can have limited capacity; going early or booking ahead can help. Check hours, holidays and reservation requirements before leaving, especially where the details above come from listings rather than an official site.
For a broader night out, the Osaka nightlife guide can help you explore beyond these themed spots.
Tours for an Osaka night out
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- Osaka Bar Hopping Night Tour in Namba (affiliate link)
- Osaka Local Foodie Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai (affiliate link)
- MagicalTrip Osaka small-group tours (affiliate link)
Closed or removed from the old list
The Lock Up Umeda, a prison-themed restaurant, closed in 2020. Moon Tower in Amemura has also been removed: Tabelog marks it as closed or unconfirmed, and no official information was found. Neither is included among the five spots above.
FAQ
Where can I find a retro game bar in Osaka?
PC & Retro Bar Space Station in Amerikamura has consoles from the Famicom era through modern games and cocktails named after games. Check its current hours before visiting.
Is there a submarine-themed bar in Osaka?
Yes. Submarine Bar Shinka has a submarine-inspired interior and a small counter. It is in Andojimachi, Chuo-ku, in the Tanimachi area, not Hirakata.
Can I play golf at an Osaka bar?
M's CLUB in Kitahorie combines simulation golf and a bar. The official site says reservations must be made by the day before, by phone.
Is @home cafe Osaka a bar?
No. It is a maid cafe in Nipponbashi's Den Den Town. It is included here as a concept cafe for readers interested in themed experiences.
Is The Lock Up Umeda still open?
No. The prison-themed restaurant closed in 2020.
