Osaka

Osaka Gay Bars

Osaka has the largest gay scene in the region. The city's main gay bars and nightlife are located in Doyama district, near Umeda Station.

in Doyama

Grand Slam
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1F Dai-Ni Shoei Bldg, 6-14 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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4.2
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Based on 70 votes

2017 Audience Awards
2017 Audience Awards

4 Star Winner

2018 Audience Awards
2018 Audience Awards

5 Star Winner

2019 Audience Awards
2019 Audience Awards

5 Star Winner

2020 Audience Awards
2020 Audience Awards

5 Star Winner

Foreigner-friendly gay bar that hosts regular dance parties and events. Grand Slam is now in its 7th year. Located in the heart of Doyama gay scene.

Open 7 nights a week.
Features:
Bar
Dancing
Music

Weekday: 9pm - 5am

Weekend: 9pm - 5am

Last updated on: 17-Apr-2024

Pump Up Bar
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2F Dai-Ni Shoei Bldg, 6-14 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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3.2
Audience Rating

Based on 33 votes

2018 Audience Awards
2018 Audience Awards

4 Star Winner

2019 Audience Awards
2019 Audience Awards

3 Star Winner

2020 Audience Awards
2020 Audience Awards

3 Star Winner

Stylish and friendly bar in the same building as Grand Slam. Popular with 20's-40's crowd. The staff speak Japanese only, but welcome foreigners.

Pump Up hosts regular events - check Pump Up's website for details. Admission ¥1500 includes one drink.
Features:
Bar
Dancing
Music

Weekday: 8pm - late

Weekend: 8pm - late

Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

Village
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2F East Street Bldg, 10-3 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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3
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Based on 3 votes

Gay bar & entertainment venue in the heart of gay Osaka. Village has been in business for 18 years, featuring karaoke, drag shows, cabaret and various live performances on the stage.

Located in the heart of gay Osaka. Open every night of the week until 5am.
Features:
Bar
Cabaret Show
Dancing
Karaoke
Music

Weekday: 7pm - 5am

Weekend: 8pm - 5am

Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

J's Osaka
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B1F Pearl Leisure Bldg, 16-4 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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3.2
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Based on 13 votes

Well-established gay bar that has been in business for 17 years. Formerly "Cafe de Jumpin' Jumpin", J's Osaka has a welcoming atmosphere, good-looking staff and hosts regular special events.

Drinks start from ¥800, and there is no cover charge. Open every night from 7pm.
Features:
Bar
Cafe
Music

Weekday: from 7pm

Weekend: from 7pm

Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

Jack In The Box
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B1F Daikichi Bldg, 12-12 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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3.3
Audience Rating

Based on 13 votes

Stylish bar & nightclub in Osaka that serves a selection of beer, cocktails, whisky and soft drinks. Popular with the young LGBT crowd.

Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Features:
Bar
Dancing
Music

Weekend: 9pm -5am

Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

LuPu
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1F Kansai Chuo, 101 15-2 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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3.8
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Based on 6 votes

Owned by a lesbian couple, LuPu bar welcomes everyone with friendly staff, reasonably priced drinks and snacks. A popular place for pre-clubbing and karaoke.

LuPu also organises birthday parties and special events. Closed on Wednesdays.
Features:
Bar
Karaoke
Music

Weekday: from 9pm (closed Wed)

Weekend: from 9pm

Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

K's Hills
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5F Nakadori Bldg, 16-12 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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3
Audience Rating

Based on 3 votes

Gay bar with DJ and karaoke in the Doyama gay district. K's Hills has friendly Japanese and Taiwanese staff with homelike atmosphere.

Non-smoking. 20's-40's crowd.
Features:
Bar
Karaoke
Music

Weekday: 8pm - 4am

Weekend: 8pm - 5am

Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

Hysterics
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6F Kuei Dai-Ni Leisure Bldg, 16-10 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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4.3
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Based on 3 votes

Late-night gay bar in Doyama gay district that attracts mostly local guys in their 20s and 30s. Open every night from 8 pm.
Features:
Bar
Music

Weekday: 8pm - 5am

Weekend: 8pm - 5am

Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

    Kuro
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    OK Bldg, 16-6 Doyama, Kita, Osaka, Japan

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    2.8
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    Based on 4 votes

    The oldest gay bar in Osaka. Kuro is a traditional Japanese-style bar that attracts mostly mature Japanese men, although foreigners are welcome.

    Located off the main street near the entrance of Doyama gay district, on the inner right hand side of a small hallway - a bit difficult to find as the blue sign is written in Japanese.
    Features:
    Bar
    Music

    Weekday: 7pm - 2am

    Weekend: 7pm - 2am. Closed Sunday.

    Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

    in Namba

    The Suite
    Tomorrow: Live Music 9:30pm-11:45pm - Every Friday
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    2-18-18 Nishi-Shinsaibashi, Osaka, Japan

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    3.4
    Audience Rating

    Based on 7 votes

    Osaka's most exciting and exclusive lounge & bar - Winner of Kansai Scene's 2016 Readers Choice Award for Best 'Night Out' in Osaka.

    This New York City-styled bar & lounge is inspired by the timeless story "The Great Gatsby" and the glitz & glamour of old school New York City Suites Hotel, invoking elegant ambiance and the decadence of the 1920's during the American Art Deco era.

    Sophisticated yet comfortable, The Suite is a welcome change on the Osaka scene. Clientele are mostly straight; however, The Suite is gay-friendly. Expect incredible specialty cocktails and live music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night.
    Features:
    Bar
    Live music
    Music

    Weekday: 7pm - 1am. Closed Monday and Tuesday

    Weekend: 7pm - 1am

    Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

    Garcon Cercle
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    3F, GT Town Bldg, 4-3-16 Namba, Osaka, Japan

    3
    Audience Rating

    Based on 1 votes

    Laid-back, intimate gay bar in Namba. Garcon Cercle can accommodate just 6-7 people which makes it easy to make a conversation with other customers or the cute bar staff.

    There is a cover charge of 1,800 yen which includes your choice of drink and some snacks. Additional drinks start at 800. Closed on Mondays.

    Located on the 3rd floor of GT Town building.
    Features:
    Bar
    Music

    Weekday: 8pm - 5am. Closed Monday.

    Weekend: 8pm - 5am

    Last updated on: 4-Aug-2023

      Ken's Club
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      2F, GT Town Bldg, 4-3-16 Namba, Osaka, Japan

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      3
      Audience Rating

      Based on 1 votes

      Cosy gay bar with karaoke, located in the same building Garcon Cercle in Namba. Ken's Club serves a selection of drinks as well as some home-styled food. Customers are in their 30's-40's. Set charge ¥1,800.

      Located in the GT Town building in Namba. There is no sign, just take the elevator to the 2nd floor. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.

      Nearest station: Namba

      Features:
      Bar
      Karaoke
      Music

      Weekday: 7pm - 12am

      Weekend: 7pm - 12am

      Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

      HybriD
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      Kyodo Leisure Bldg 503, 5−6−1 Higashinodamachi, Miyakojima, Osaka, Japan

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      4
      Audience Rating

      Based on 1 votes

      Relatively new gay bar in Osaka, near Kyobashi Station. HybriD has a cosy, modern setting and welcomes everyone - gay, bi, straight, women, etc.

      Cover charge ¥2000 for two hours, and ¥500 yen per hour afterwards). Additional 10% service charge applies.  Open 7 days a week from 9pm. You can book a table in advance.

      Nearest station: Kyobashi

      Features:
      Bar
      Karaoke
      Music

      Weekday: 9pm - 5am

      Weekend: 21:00 - 05:00

      Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

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