Guest Story: A Para Games Supporter's Osu Lunch Discovery
Here's a number that surprises many first-time visitors to Nagoya: the Osu shopping district contains over 1,200 shops spread across a labyrinth of covered arcades and side streets — and Itadaki sits on the second floor of one of those buildings. That combination has caused more than a few travelers to wander past the door […]
Behind the Scenes: Preparing Itadaki for Diverse Guests
You've spotted Itadaki on Google Maps, read a few reviews, and you're genuinely excited about trying rare wagyu gyudon in Nagoya. But then a quiet doubt creeps in: What if I can't read the menu? What if the staff don't speak English? What if I end up pointing at random dishes and hoping for the […]
My Aichi Para Games 2026 Story: A Family's Rare Wagyu Discovery
You've spent weeks planning the perfect Aichi Para Games 2026 trip — booking accommodation, mapping out venue access, packing for everyone. Then your partner spots a photo of a glistening bowl of rare wagyu gyudon somewhere online and says, "Can we try this?" And almost immediately, the doubt creeps in: "Wait — is that raw? […]
Why Para Games Families Now Choose Osu for Their Nagoya Dining
September in Nagoya carries a particular kind of energy. The Asian Para Games 2026 are underway, and the city — already buzzing with athletes, their families, and supporters from across Asia — feels like it's showing a side of itself that most visitors never get to see. Streets that tourists usually stroll past on the […]
How I Discovered Osu Restaurants Welcome Para Games Visitors
You've probably been there before. You're standing somewhere in Japan, phone in hand, searching for a place to eat — and the results are either famous chains you already know, or restaurants with zero English on the menu and no photos to go by. You scroll, you hesitate, you settle for something familiar. And later, […]
Accessible Osu Dining vs Sakae Options for Para Games Visitors
Here's the short answer: for Asian Para Games 2026 visitors who want both accessibility and a genuinely unforgettable lunch, Osu and Sakae each serve different needs — and choosing the right one depends on what kind of experience you're after. If you want to understand exactly which district fits your situation, read on. This comparison […]
Step-by-Step Guide to Visiting Itadaki as a Wheelchair User
September in Nagoya carries its own particular energy. The 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games are drawing visitors from across Asia and beyond — athletes, families, supporters, and curious travelers who've added Nagoya to their itinerary and are now mapping out every detail of their stay. For wheelchair users among them, the question isn't […]
The Complete Accessibility Guide for Asian Para Games 2026 Dining
The short answer: getting to Itadaki from Nagoya Station takes about 10 minutes by subway, and the walk from Yabacho Station Exit 4 is just 4 minutes. If you're visiting Nagoya for the Asian Para Games 2026 — whether as a spectator, a supporter, or a family member of an athlete — and you're wondering […]
7 Ways Itadaki Welcomes Guests With Diverse Needs
A few weeks ago, a guest sent us a message through Instagram before their visit. It read something like this: "I'm really excited to try your restaurant, but I'm a little nervous — I don't speak any Japanese. Will I be able to order? Will I understand what I'm eating?" That message stayed with me. […]
5 Things to Know About Accessible Dining During Nagoya Para Games
September in Nagoya has a particular energy to it. The summer heat is just beginning to soften, the city is buzzing with international visitors, and this year — with the Asian Para Games 2026 bringing athletes, families, and spectators from across the globe — that energy is something entirely different. If you're navigating Nagoya with […]