Combination of century-old classics and modernity: Takashimaya in Shinsaibashi, Osaka

#Osaka Shopping Guide As one of the oldest department stores in Kansai, Osaka Shinsaibashi Takashimaya has found a perfect balance between history and modernity. Walking into this building is not only about shopping, but also about participating in a Kansai-style exquisite life exhibition. The museum gathers international boutiques, Japanese brands, famous dessert shops and traditional crafts, and each floor hides different surprises. I like their Japanese confectionery floor the most. The selections come from old shops of craftsmen in Kyoto and Nara. The packaging is elegant and is the first choice for gifts. In addition, the stationery and home furnishing areas in Takashimaya are also worth a look. From notebooks, pens and ink to pottery, they all show the meticulousness and care of Japanese craftsmen. Shopping here is an elegant and slow pace, which makes people immersed in the beautiful taste accumulated over time.