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Kuukai

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From salt-seasoned takoyaki that brings out the dashi flavour to sauce, soy sauce, ponzu and mentaiko mayonnaise, Kuukai in Abeno offers dine-in and takeaway.

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3 Chome-8-21 Abenosuji, Abeno Ward, Osaka, 545-0052

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Opening hours

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Approximate hours based on listed information, in Japan Standard Time (JST)

Monday11:00–22:00
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayToday11:00–22:00
Thursday11:00–22:00
Friday11:00–22:00
Saturday11:00–22:00
Sunday11:00–22:00
3 Chome-8-21 Abenosuji, Abeno Ward, Osaka, 545-0052Open in Google Maps

01 / ABOUT THE PLACE

About this place

If you want to savour the dashi in the batter itself, start with the salt-seasoned takoyaki. Diners have commented on the pleasing crispness outside and soft, molten centre; some who tried the salt seasoning said they could appreciate the flavour of the batter and dashi. The menu also offers takoyaki in portions of 8 for 980 yen and 12 for 1,440 yen.

The classic sauce option starts at 8 pieces for 980 yen. Light soy sauce and ponzu are also available from 8 pieces for 980 yen, offering a lighter alternative. There is mentaiko mayonnaise, too, served with a little spring onion, at 8 pieces for 1,060 yen. Try the salt first, then change things up with sauce or mentaiko mayonnaise.

You can eat in or take your order away, and some diners have enjoyed their takoyaki with beer. On Abeno-suji, Kuukai is an option for a quick bite or a more leisurely stop to choose among the different flavours.

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Food and drinks

  • Alcohol Served
  • Beer available
  • Light bites

Dining & takeaway

  • Takeout available
  • Dine-in
  • No delivery

Seating & Facilities

  • Seating available
  • Restrooms available
  • Non-smoking

Also great for

  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender friendly
  • Family-friendly

Payment

  • PayPay accepted
  • Rakuten Pay accepted

Entrance & mobility access

  • No wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Entrance is not wheelchair accessible

Other information

  • Counter Seating Dining

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Good to know before you visit.

Which takoyaki would you recommend for a first visit?

The popular No. 1 “Sauce 【8 pieces】” costs ¥980. The 12-piece portion costs ¥1,440.

Can I choose a flavour other than sauce?

The flavours are salt, soy sauce, ponzu and mentaiko mayonnaise. For 8 pieces, salt, soy sauce and ponzu each cost ¥980; mentaiko mayonnaise costs ¥1,060.

Which days of the week are you open?

Closed on Tuesdays; open 11:00–22:00 on the other days.

Can I eat in or order takeaway?

Both dine-in and takeaway are available.

Can I pay with PayPay or Rakuten Pay?

Yes, PayPay and Rakuten Pay are accepted.

Can I enter in a wheelchair?

The entrance is not wheelchair-accessible.