Osaka Trivia

Taisho is near the Kyocera Dome, a hub for concert-goers and pro baseball fans from all over Japan.
Store owners and restaurant staff take great care in treating each guest like a VIP!

1. Fashion For All Ages

From band t-shirts to uniforms, you can tell what’s going on just by what people are wearing. You’ll see different crowds every week.

2. When The Dome Is Open, The Shops Are Too!

Shops in Taisho open for business when events are at the dome. Days off can vary from month to month.

3. Oh Awamori

Awamori is Okinawa’s signature spirit. You’ll even find a lineup of awamori at izakays that don’t serve okinawan food. That’s so Taisho!

4. Popstar Paraphenalia!

Regular customers often bring CDs and goods to decorate the bar. Some shops play CDs for fans.

5. Quick Guide To Pork

In Okinawa meat = pork! Names change based on the cut, so know your stuff.

Rafutei （ラフテー）-
braised pork belly in a sweetened soy sauce

Soki （ソーキ）-
spare rib & the star attraction of Okinawa soba.

Nakami （中身）-
pork innards, often served in soup

Tebichi （テビチ）-
collagen rich, tenderly simmered pigs feet

Mimigar （ミミガー）-
pigs ear cartilage. A popular snack.

Pork （ポーク）-
canned luncheon meat