Osaka Gay Bars & Clubs

Foreigner-friendly gay bar that hosts regular dance parties and events. Grand Slam is smaller than some other bars in the area, so it’s great for striking up conversations. If they're doing karaoke you'll be doing less talking and more bad singing.

Despite its unassuming size, it has built a loyal following and is a staple in Osaka’s gay scene. Located in the heart of Doyama gay scene. Open 7 nights a week.

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.

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.

Well-established gay bar that has been in business for many 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Osaka's most exciting and exclusive lounge & bar - Winner of Kansai Scene's 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.

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.

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.

Osaka's premier nightclub EXPLOSION hosts regular Saturday-night LGBT events with unique  themes, guest DJ's go-go dancers, drag queens.

There is no cover charge. Check EXPLOSION's Facebook page for details of upcoming parties.