Orochinagi: The King of Fighters

Den Den Town

A note for shopping.  There is often debate over this town and Electric Town (Akihabara), regarding which is the cheapest, best value, less touristy etc.  To the KOF fan it doesn’t really matter.  If you see the stuff you want and have shopped around in the area, just buy it, it’s not like you can come back to either town after visiting the other.

den-den-town-map

The map on the top left shows the distance between Namba or Nipponbashi stations to Den Den Town.  From Nipponbashi, it’s a simple long road. [ map link ]

SEGA Avion - Den Den Town

Sega Avion

When I visited this joint, it was heaving.  The fighting game floor was packed with loads of different fighters including the latest KOF, all being played.  Recommended!  It’s also walking distance from Den Den Town, right outside Namba station.

namba-osaka-sega-avion-arcade-map

If you use the [ google map link ] you can scroll up to see Osaka City / Nipponbashi station.

Taito Towers

As with in Tokyo, I generally avoid these, unless you’re looking for a quiet game to sharpen your skills.

Monte 50

I ran around a few other arcades but the thing with Osaka is that many arcades are known for a particular game more than the range.  I was happy enough at Sega Avion, which has a good all round reputation.  On the other hand we have Monte 50, supposedly the best spot in Osaka for competition (especially  Tekken), arguably because it’s 50 yen a go.  I’ve never been there, but here are instructions culled from a few random posts on the net.  Using Hep 5 as a landmark (that’s the big wheel of Osaka), get to this KFC, cross the road and go straight into the mall.  You should be able to see it on the left hand side, about 50 metres in.

Monte 50? Don't quote me on that