【Osaka’s specialty】 5 mixed juices recommended for your trip to Osaka!

In the previously posted article,
I gave you the report on my trip on Osaka’s streetcar, the Hankai Line.

At the coffee shop where I stopped,
I came up with a plan.

That is the theme of this articule.
Mixed Juice.

It is one of my hiikun’s favorite drinks.

About 75 years ago,
it is said to have been invented by the owner of a certain fruit store in Osaka City.
Since it started being sold in that fruit store,
mixed juices began to permeate coffee shops throughout Osaka.

And now, it has even become Osaka’s signature drink.
I would like to share with you the wonderful mixed juice,
a specialty of Osaka and a favorite drink of hiikun.

This article is intended for the following people.
・Tourists looking for a place to enjoy mixed juices casually.

By reading this article,
you will discover the charm of Osaka’s specialty, mixed juice.
I will also introduce mixed juices from several stores.
You’ll also get tips on traveling to some of the best mixed juice stores.
I hope you will experience the charm of Osaka itself through mixed juices.

Please read to the end.

Thank you for your cooperation.

 

 

What is mixed juice?

What is mixed juice?
It is a juice made by mixing several types of fruit, milk, and ice.

The main fruits used are,
bananas, oranges, peaches, pineapples, etc.
However, the fruits used vary from store to store.
It is easy to make and can easily be enjoyed at home.

Recipes vary from restaurant to restaurant and home to home.
My mother used to make mixed juice on the weekends when I was a kid.
I remember looking forward to having the mixed juice.

I’ve been doing a lot of research on mixed juices this time.
I learned that there is a definite difference between Kanto and Kansai.

 

That is, whether or not milk is used.

 

Generally, the mixed juice in Kanto region refers to 100% fruit juice beverage
that does not contain milk.

On the other hand, Kansai’s mixed juice contains milk,
as mentioned earlier.

Therefore, it is characterized by a thick, smooth, and rich flavor.
The milk does not spoil the taste of the fruit.
Rather,
I would say that it plays an important role in enhancing the flavor of the fruit.

 

 

 

 

 

It is believed that
the origin of mixed juices is Senariya Coffee in Shinsekai, Osaka.

It was originally a fruit store.
It is said to have been invented by Ichiro Tsunekawa, the first owner, in 1948 (Showa 23).
They mixed unsold ripe fruit with milk and turned it into juice.

The juice’s delicious taste gained a good reputation.
It doesn’t stop with Senariya Coffee.
It is now offered at coffee shops in Osaka and other parts of the Kansai region.

This drink is the result of the “mottainai* spirit” of never wasting food. *too good to waste, What a waste!

From the next section,
I, hiikun, would like to introduce you to the mixed juices of each famous restaurant that I have found to be delicious.
I hope this will be helpful.

 

 

Recommended mixed juice

Now,
I, hiikun, would like to recommend some mixed juices.
From well-known stores in train stations where you can stop by easily,
to long-established coffee shops in downtown and residential areas,
they vary.

I hope you will find the mixed juice you are looking for.
Let’s look at them in order.

 

 

Coffee Rumba

First of all, here is a mixed juice from this coffee shop.

 

“Coffee Rumba.”
Address: 1-12-14 Shoutenshita, Nishinari Ward, Osaka City

 

This is the coffee shop that inspired me to come up with this project.
This coffee shop is located in a somewhat unusual place.

 

The entrance is located inside the Kita-tenga-chaya stop of the streetca, Hankai Line.
Incidentally, there is another entrance on the back side of the building.

On Wednesday, November 19, I took the Hankai Line to visit places of interest along the line.
One of these places is Coffee Roomba.
*Please see this article for more information on that trip.

Unfortunately, when I visited on November 19,
the coffee shop was closed (closed every Wednesday).
Therefore, I revisited it the next day, Thursday, November 20.

 

The entrance is right after you get off the tram.
It takes less than 10 seconds to walk to the store after getting off.

 

Here is the mixed juice (600 yen).
At first, the mixed juice was not the goal.
I stopped by to enjoy the atmosphere of an old-fashioned pure coffee shop.
I had originally planned to have coffee or tea.
I was curious about the mixed juice that caught my eye by chance and ordered it.

 

It was the right decision to order.
Very tasty.

Among the mixed juices presented in this article,
it seemed the least sweet.

Still, the taste of bananas, tangerines, and other fruits was strong.
It was creamy and very palatable.

It is also recommended for those who do not have a sweet tooth.

It also has the nostalgic atmosphere of an old-fashioned pure coffee shop.
I feel it enhanced the taste of the mixed juice.

This wonderful experience here spurred me
to write this article.
I would love to visit again and have this mixed juice.

Now let’s move on.

 

 

The original Osaka Umeda Mixed Juice

Next up,
It’s the Original Mixed Juice in Umeda, Osaka.

If asked to name one shop that is famous for its mixed juices,
this is the first place that comes to mind.

 

It has several stores in Osaka City.
The main store is located in Kita Ward, Osaka City, on the premises of Osaka Umeda Station on the Hanshin Railway.
Address: Osaka Ekimae Underground Mall 6, Umeda 3-chome, Kita Ward, Osaka City.

 

Right behind the turnstiles…

 

you can find the store.
On the day of my visit, it was just the evening rush to get home,
The place was crowded with many customers.

There was a line, but it wasn’t hard at all.
This is because the juice was served within seconds of ordering.
How fast they work!

 

Here is the original mixed juice (230 yen).

 

Tangerines, peaches, bananas, milk, and ice are used.
I am glad that all the fruits that I hiikun love are used.
Also, I love the crunchy texture of the ice.

It doesn’t matter if it is the middle of winter.
It tastes great any time of the year.
I never get tired of it, no matter how many times I drink it.

According to the official website of the operating company, Sakai Inc,
the store was founded in 1969 (Showa 44)at Hanshin Umeda Station.
Since then, the taste has been improved while keeping up with the times.
They have kept the flavor of the restaurant since its establishment.

When I come to Umeda, I want to drink irresistibly.
Because I do not live along the Hanshin line,
I do not usually ride the Hanshin Electric Railway.
But to drink this mixed juice,
I stop by the station.

 

For travelers coming from outside the prefecture.
You can enjoy the taste of this famous shop as soon as you arrive in Osaka.
In Eki Marche Shin-Osaka, a commercial facility located inside JR Shin-Osaka Station.
they have the shop.

 

Umeda Coffee House YC

The next coffee shop I will introduce to you is,
Umeda Coffee House YC.

I have always been curious about this coffee shop.
When visiting Umeda,
I always pass by this coffee shop.
This is my first visit.

 

Take the Midosuji South Exit of JR Osaka Station.
Cross the pedestrian crossing and proceed toward Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station.

When you finish crossing the pedestrian crossing, you will see ” Shin Umeda Shokudo Gai ”
restaurant area on your left.

Because the famous takoyaki restaurant “Hanadako”, which always has a long line, is located near the entrance,
you will not be lost.

 

A little further down the elevated JR line…

 

you will arrive at Umeda Coffee House YC.
It has a wonderful appearance that is exactly like an old-fashioned pure coffee shop.
For some time now, every time I pass by the store,
I was almost sucked in by this attractive appearance.
This time I finally got sucked in for the first time.

 

It looks like a coffee shop famous for its sandwiches.
They all look delicious.

 

Cake sets are also offered.

 

Mixed juice was supposed to be the goal.
But this special pudding caught my eye…

 

I ordered pudding along with mixed juice.

 

It is the mixed juice (720 yen) with a slightly stronger banana flavor.
Compared to the original mixed juice introduced just before,
there is no crunchy texture of ice.
Like the first Coffee Rumba’s mixed juice,
It has a very smooth mouth-feel and a refreshing sweetness.
It is sweeter than that of Coffee Rumba.

 

I also had the special pudding.
It is a moderately sweet pudding with a strong egg taste.
The slightly bitter caramel sauce is a perfect match.

 

I wonder why the pudding in a coffee shop is so delicious.

In addition to mixed juices and puddings
there is a full menu of beverages and food.
It is open from 7:00 am.
It’s also nice to stop by for breakfast.

The coffee shop is rather quiet.
It is hard to imagine from the exterior.
It is surprisingly spacious.
There are quite a few seats.

The coffee shop is very cozy with a retro and relaxed atmosphere,
I had a wonderful time.

I was really interested in the sandwich.
Next time I visit it,
I would like to get a sandwich with mixed juice.

Next, let’s go to a famous coffee shop in Namba.

 

 

Jun Kissa （traditional Japanese coffee shop）American

The next coffee shop I will introduce to you is,
Jun Kissa (traditional Japanese coffee shop) American located in Sennichimae, Namba.
I have passed through the Sennichimae shopping district where this shop is located countless times.
Of course, I had known about this coffee shop for some time.
But just passing through,
I never actually went in.

I visited it for the mixed juice.
I had another purpose.
I will talk about this later.

First, let’s check the location of the restaurant.

 

Continue on Sennichimae shopping street…

 

 

you can see it.
This is Jun Kissa American.
Address: 1-7-4 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka City

The restaurant has two floors.
This is the largest of the shop I visited.

 

As you can see, many snacks and beverages are offered.
Just looking at the showcase makes me happy.
Cakes are also sold in the store and can be taken home.

First, as soon as you enter the restaurant,
the staff will give the following warning

 

“Photography is strictly prohibited in the restaurant.”

 

However, we are allowed to photograph our own seating and food.
This notice is also posted at the entrance and exit, at each seat,
and on the food sample display in the photo above.

Not just Jun Kissa American,
the same shoud be true for all shops.

Please refrain from taking pictures inside the restaurant as it may disturb employees and other customers.
If you really want to take photos, please ask the store for permission.
If they still refuse, you have to give up.
You should keep photography to your own seats and food at most.

 

This is Jun Kissa American’s mixed juice (830 yen).
This is the least cold mixed juice among the mixed juices presented in this article.
Of course, it’s mixed juice, so it’s basically cold.
Including the original mixed juice, which is chilled to a crisp with the texture of ice.
compared to other mixed juices,
I feel that coldness is surpressed.
Therefore, you can enjoy it even in cold winters.

 

According to the official website,
it is the mixed juice with lots of the finest fruits.
They also change the fruits they use according to the season.
Therefore, it is difficult to maintain the same taste throughout the year.
However, by skillfully fine-tuning the flavor with syrups and other ingredients,
despite the use of different fruits,
they make it so that we can enjoy the same taste throughout the year.

I feel their strong commitment to mixed juices.

The sweetness is moderate.
However, the taste of the fruit can be felt well.
It was really delicious, with an elegant sweetness.

 

I was curious about this pancake (760 yen)
as well as the mixed juice.
Another purpose of visiting this restaurant is this pancake.

 

Butter is served already applied.
The aroma of butter whets the appetite.
Moreover,
it will be served pre-cut.
So no knife is needed.
Super kind!

 

Very beautiful in appearance.
I would hesitate to eat it.

What impressed me most of all,
is that there is no burning at all.

I hiikun also occasionally make pancakes myself.
It is not possible for me to finish so well.
It inevitably gets burnt.
The surface becomes hard.

 

But regarding this pancake,
the inside is of course moist and fluffy.
Moreover, the surface is finished softly.

The dough and buttery aroma is really pleasant.
The aroma alone will fill your stomach.

By the way,
you can also take it home with you.

 

Among the shop introduced in this article,
I felt that the number of items offered was the largest.

Personally, I was interested in the strawberry juice.
Next time you visit, please come with strawberry juice,
I would like to try other sweets as well.

Now, finally,
Let’s come to a coffee shop that is said to be the birthplace of mixed juice.

 

 

Senariya Coffee

The last place I would like to introduce you to,
Senariya Coffee.
Address: 3-4-15, Emisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka City.

This caffe shop is located in a shopping street near Shinsekai, one of Osaka’s famous tourist attractions,
” Janjan Yokocho “.

This coffee shop is said to be the birthplace of mixed juice.

 

Speakingof Shinsekai, Tsutenkaku Tower comes into mind.
*This is a photo I took in writing this article that I posted earlier.

 

Enter Janjan Yokocho, not far from Tsutenkaku,
A little further on…

 

you will see
Sennariya Coffee.
A sign near the entrance says,
” Founded in 1948 (Showa 23), it is the birthplace of mixed juice “.

As I mentioned at the beginning of this article,
it was originally a fruit store.
It is said to have been invented by Ichiro Tsunekawa, the first owner, in 1948 (Showa 23).
The origin of the product is said to be that unsold ripe fruits were mixed with milk and started to be sold in stores as juice.

 

From mixed juices, coffee and other beverages,
pancakes, sandwiches and other light meals,
the menu is quite extensive.

 

This is the mixed juice (750 yen), the most famous drink in this coffee shop.

 

Unlike the mixed juices of the stores introduced so far,
it is characterized by a smoothie-like thickening.
That said,
it is not heavy at all.

It has very good mouthfeel.
The refreshing sweetness of the fruit spreads in the mouth.
The finely chopped pulp also adds to the texture.

The coffee shop also has a somewhat dimly lit, relaxed atmosphere.
Songs from the late Showa to early Heisei era were playing as background music.
While I was in a nostalgic mood,
I enjoyed the mixed juice.

 

This is an English-language newspaper to which I subscribe every month.
Coincidentally, the last article I read was,
about a certain retro coffee shop in Tochigi Prefecture.
As soon as I finished reading this very interesting article,
I finished my mixed juice.

 

By the way, mixed juices are also available to take home.
If the restaurant is crowded,
you can also take it home and drink it while walking around.

It has been 78 years since the company was founded.
Only because it is the birthplace of mixed juice,
it was convincingly delicious.

If you want to enjoy old-fashioned, home-style mixed juices in the nostalgic atmosphere of the Showa period,
please visit this traditional coffee shop.

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Summary

In this article, I selected five typical drinks and mixed juices from Osaka.
How was it?

I focused on places that are easy to visit
for even out-of-prefecture and overseas visitors who are unfamiliar with Osaka.

I conclude that
all five were delicious.

Prices and variety, the atmosphere of the restaurant, and the snack menu vary.
We encourage you to visit even one place.
I highly recoommend these mixed juices for those who have never had mixed juices,
and those who don’t like something sweet.

As a representative food of Osaka
many people may imagine konamon (flour-based dishes) such as okonomiyaki and takoyaki.
In my opinion,
mixed juice is a drink that symbolizes Osaka, on par with konamon (flour-based dishes).

It would appear to be nothing more than a plain fruit juice.
But mixed juices with a long history don’t just taste good.
It is an amazing drink that makes you feel nostalgic.

For such a delicious mixed juice,
why not tour Osaka?

Thank you again for reading to the end.
See you in the next article.

 

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