Introducing a convenience store where you can take out sweets and snacks at Shin-Osaka Station! Business hours/location summary
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Shin-Osaka Station, a bustling hub with daily shinkansen arrivals and departures, can be a bit confusing, especially on floors 1 through 3 within the station premises (outside the ticket gates).
You might be wondering, where are the convenience stores or kiosks located inside the station? What time do they open in the early morning, and until when are they open late at night? Are they Lawson, 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, or Kiosk?
There are so many things to consider！
In this blog, we’ve done the legwork to find out exactly where these stores are on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors within the station premises.
The results show that most convenience stores, both outside and inside the ticket gates for JR conventional lines, are “7-Eleven.”
Today, we want to introduce you to their opening hours, locations, and the variety of products they offer, complete with images. We hope this information makes your visit to Shin-Osaka Station more convenient and enjoyable！
Outside the Ticket Gates – 1st Floor
7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 1st Floor
First up, let’s explore “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 1st Floor.”
7-Eleven is a convenience store designed to cater to the unique needs of station-goers and those in the vicinity.
Location: Near the “Temporary Luggage Storage” on the 1st floor. Head down from the 2nd floor using the escalator, and you’ll find it to your left.
Operating Hours: 5:30 AM to 1:00 AM.
Services Available: ATM, Multifunctional Copy Machine, Store Holding Service, Mobile Battery Service, Tax-Free.
Products Available: 7-Eleven Meals, Alcohol, Fried Delicacies, 7-Eleven Cafe.
Here’s a glimpse of the actual store.
You’ll find two public telephones outside the store.
The interior is typical of a standard 7-Eleven.
Inside, you’ll discover not only essentials like umbrellas and a copy machine but also the latest heated tobacco device, “with2.”
By the way, this store provides courier services, making it convenient for sending packages.
Additionally, there’s a souvenir corner in the store, offering a variety of goods like socks and keychains.
Though the selection is limited, you’ll find a display of top-selling snacks.
Among them is the “Tsutenkaku Crispy Chocola,” a take-home-sized treat featuring Osaka’s famous Tsutenkaku Tower.
It’s a collaborative product with a sweets store from the department store basement.
Outside the Ticket Gates – 2nd Floor
7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 2nd Floor West
Continuing on, on the 2nd floor, we have “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 2nd Floor West.”
Although not mentioned on the JR Tokaido Sanyo Outing Network’s floor plan, there is a 7-Eleven between JR and the Midosuji Subway Line on the 2nd floor.
Location: Right near the stairs leading from the 2nd floor to the 3rd floor.
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
Services Available: Mobile Battery Service.
Products Available: 7-Eleven Meals, Alcohol, 7-Eleven Cafe.
Here’s a glimpse of the actual store.
It’s a cozy store, offering self-service microwaves and handling various public utilities.
Umbrellas and cigarettes are also available for purchase.
While the selection is modest, you’ll find instant noodles and snacks representing Kansai.
The “Kataage Potato (70g)” with a unique Kansai-style soy sauce flavor is a regional exclusive sold only in convenience stores in the Kinki region. ※The 63g version is available in stores other than convenience stores.
Outside the Ticket Gates – 3rd Floor
7-Eleven Antre Marche Shin-Osaka Central Exit
Moving on to the 3rd floor outside the ticket gates, there are three convenience stores.
The first one is “7-Eleven Antre Marche Shin-Osaka Central Exit.”
Location: Inside Antre Marche, the souvenir shop on the 3rd floor.
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
Services Available: ATM, Mobile Battery Service, Tax Free.
Products Available: 7-Eleven Meals, Tobacco, Alcohol, 7-Eleven Cafe.
Here’s a glimpse of the actual store.
From the outside, it looks like a dedicated souvenir shop.
As you go inside, you’ll find 7-Eleven Antre Marche Shin-Osaka Central Exit Store.
In front of the cash register, you’ll find vinyl umbrellas.
Popular Ise specialties like “Akafuku” are available, and here you can also purchase “Shiro Mochi Kuro Mochi.”
A wide variety of snacks, including convenient mini-sized options, is available.
While in Fukuoka’s Hakata region, there’s “Kaki no Tane Age” with spicy mentaiko mayo flavor, in Osaka, it’s the “Beni Shoga Ten (Red Pickled Ginger Tempura).”
7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station South Exit
The second is “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station South Exit.”
Location: Right after exiting the Shinkansen ticket gate, on the left-hand side.
Operating Hours: 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Services Available: Mobile Battery Service, Tax Free.
Products Available: 7-Eleven Meals, Alcohol.
Here’s a glimpse of the actual store.
Here you’ll find cigarettes, a self-service microwave, and a convenient smartphone charging rental service, priced from 165 yen.
Although it’s a fairly compact store, there’s a diverse selection of bread and cup noodles.
You can also find Akafuku in packs of 8 or 12.
Surprisingly, the souvenir lineup is quite extensive, featuring not only items from Osaka but also Kyoto’s Tsujiri rusk and the popular Kobe Pudding from Kobe Airport.
7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station East Ticket Gate
The third is “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station East Ticket Gate.”
Location: After exiting the East ticket gate for conventional lines, it’s on your left.
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM.
Services Available: ATM, Multifunctional Copy Machine, Store Holding Service, Mobile Battery Service, Tax Free.
Products Available: 7-Eleven Meals, Tobacco, Alcohol, Fried Delicacies, 7-Eleven Cafe.
Here’s a glimpse of the actual store.
Among the station’s convenience stores, this one is notably spacious, making it easy for customers with large luggage to browse the wide selection of products.
At the entrance, you’ll find “Akafuku,” but upon closer inspection, it’s just a display model (haha).
The actual products are neatly arranged near the cash register.
Inside, the layout is similar to regular 7-Elevens found in the city.
There’s also a souvenir corner, and the popular “Tsukigesho” can be purchased individually. While trial sizes are available on the official online store, it’s recommended for those who want a little taste.
Others (2nd Floor of Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building)
Daily Yamazaki Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building Store
Additionally, inside the Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building directly connected to the North exit of JR Shin-Osaka Station is the “Daily Yamazaki Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building Store.”
Location: 2nd floor of Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building, precisely between Midosuji Subway Line Shin-Osaka Station and JR Shin-Osaka Station.
Operating Hours: 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM.
Services Available: ATM, Multifunctional Copy, Self-Checkout, Rakuten Check.
Products Available: Freshly Baked Bread, Handmade Bento, Fast Food Side Dishes, Karaage, Alcohol, Tobacco.
Here’s a glimpse of the actual store.
Just take the escalator on the left to reach the 3rd floor of JR Shin-Osaka Station. It’s a convenient spot for subway users.
The store is relatively spacious, with a variety of handmade bento and onigiri neatly arranged in the center.
The ice cream section even features cups from Thirty-One.
And the souvenir corner offers a different lineup compared to 7-Eleven, including items like Governor Yoshimura’s printed manju and cookies.
You can also purchase the Kansai-limited “Osaka Banana no Koibito” and other regional exclusives.
Summary
As of September 2023, there are a total of 6 convenience stores in the Ekimae (outside the ticket gates) of Shin-Osaka Station.
7-Eleven operates in 5 locations, and there is 1 store of Daily Yamazaki.
The stores vary in size, but all offer the convenience of purchasing both food and souvenirs.
The earliest opening times are at 5:30 AM for “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 1st Floor” and “Daily Yamazaki Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building Store.”
On the other hand, the latest closing time until 25:00 is for “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 1st Floor.”
Stores that offer courier services are “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 1st Floor,” “7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station East Ticket Gate,” and “Daily Yamazaki Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building Store.” However, please note that many stores do not accept liquids, perishables, or fragile items for delivery.
In-store Convenience Stores:
- 7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 1st Floor
Location: JR Shin-Osaka Station 1st Floor
Operating Hours: 5:30 AM – 25:00
Services: ATM, Multifunctional Copy Machine, Store Holding Service, Mobile Battery Service, Tax Free (Courier Service)
Products: 7-Eleven Meals, Alcohol, Fried Delicacies, 7-Eleven Cafe - 7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station 2nd Floor West
Location: JR Shin-Osaka Station 2nd Floor
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM – 22:00
Services: Mobile Battery Service
Products: 7-Eleven Meals, Alcohol, 7-Eleven Cafe - 7-Eleven Antre Marche Shin-Osaka Central Exit
Location: JR Shin-Osaka Station 3rd Floor
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM – 21:30
Services: ATM, Mobile Battery Service, Tax Free
Products: 7-Eleven Meals, Tobacco, Alcohol, 7-Eleven Cafe - 7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station South Exit
Location: JR Shin-Osaka Station 3rd Floor
Operating Hours: 6:00 AM – 23:00
Services: Mobile Battery Service, Tax Free
Products: 7-Eleven Meals, Alcohol - 7-Eleven JR Shin-Osaka Station East Ticket Gate
Location: JR Shin-Osaka Station 3rd Floor
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM – 23:30
Services: ATM, Multifunctional Copy Machine, Store Holding Service, Mobile Battery Service, Tax Free (Courier Service)
Products: 7-Eleven Meals, Tobacco, Alcohol, Fried Delicacies, 7-Eleven Cafe - Daily Yamazaki Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building Store
Location: Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building 2nd Floor
Operating Hours: 5:30 AM – 23:30
Services: ATM, Multifunctional Copy, Self-Checkout, Rakuten Check (Courier Service)
Products: Freshly Baked Bread, Handmade Bento, Fast Food Side Dishes, Karaage, Alcohol, Tobacco
Please note: The information provided is accurate as of September 2023. For the latest information during your visit, please confirm locally.
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