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Over the last weekend of January, Namba Square is hosting a showcase of Osaka’s finest independent makers with the Osaka Unique Things Expo. The event will bring together craft producers and small manufacturers from across the prefecture for a two-day event that aims to highlight the creativity of local small and medium-sized businesses.
To start with, there’ll be Osaka-made craft beer, artisanal sweets and speciality gourmet foods. Beyond the edibles, you'll find miscellaneous goods and handcrafted products – the kind of distinctive items you won't stumble across on an average trip down Osaka’s shopping streets or polished malls.
There will also be hands-on workshops offering a chance to experience traditional craftsmanship first hand, while the wide-ranging stalls will let you browse and buy directly from the makers themselves. All in all, it’s a rare opportunity to discover the best of Osaka’s thriving independent scene all in one place.
Entry is free, and with the venue being right by Namba Station, the market is perfectly positioned for a quick browse before or after a day trip – or as a destination in and of itself for anyone curious about what the city’s creative community has to offer.