Canceling My Costco Membership
Since Costco came into Japan, many stores have popped up offering almost as low prices for items of similar size and quality. Some stores even offer items made in America at low prices, but not many. Although they are not made by the same manufacturers, most items I frequently buy at Costco like sausages, meat, cereals, toiletries, wine, cheese, and frozen items, most not made in China, can be found at discount supermarkets throughout the Kansai area closer to home, which means I...
Read MoreCostco Amagasaki Bringing in New Members
Yesterday, we drove to Costco like we usually do once a month on Sundays after church. But it was no ordinary visit to Costco yesterday. When we rounded the corner driving up to Costco, cars were lined along the street waiting to get into either Costco or Carefour parking lot. The cars were lined up the entire block. Luckily, I had driven some side streets to avoid the traffic lights…my shortcut. But from the looks of things, it looked like I was going to have to get into the back of the...
Read MoreNU Chayamachi in Umeda
NU Chayamachi is a few minutes walk east of Umeda and home to over 75 shops featuring fashions, gourmet dining, music and lifestyle products. It has fast become one of Osaka most recognized landmarks from its unique exterior design. If don’t get off work until late, don’t worry. You can still get some good shopping or a late night meal because shops don’t close until 9pm…and some stay open till even later, especially the restaurants. Many of the restaurants in NU...
Read MoreKuzuha Mall, Osaka
There’s a convenient new shopping mall in the Kansai area called Kuzuha Mall. Well not actually new. It’s really an old mall that was torn down almost completely and given a facelift. The new version is completely different, very convenient and worth the effort to visit and shop at, even if it is far away from where you live. Since the opening on April 14, 2005, many have already made trips to it to see how it has changed, and take advantage of the many new shops...
Read MoreShopping at Blossom Outlet in Osaka
The most popular shops for foreigners are located on the fourth and fifth floors. Nike, Reebok, Adidas, Mont Bell, Canterbury of New Zealand and Columbia are on the fourth floor. Timberland, Edwin, Levis and Osh Kosh are on the fifth floor. Nike has about the best prices and selection of shoes compared to the other outlet shops with Reebok coming in second. Mont Bell and Timberland are a toss-up as far as prices are concerned. Timberland has mostly just clothing and shoes and their prices on...
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