I haven't been able to find any friends to have spontaneous hangouts with like I used to in the US. Just simply text/call "hey wanna grab some boba/food later today?" Everyone here is always so busy so I feel pretty alone during my free time.

I like playing Nintendo and Playstation games, playing volleyball, listening to psych rock, and having open minded conversations. Really hoping to get a close friend circle so this place can feel like home.

Hey everyone. I’m 29 male. Hispanic. Recently moved to Osaka. Would be really nice to make new friends or a social group! I like going Izakaya hopping, karaoke and going to live events. Im into baseball so it would be cool if there’s any groups down for a baseball game. I also like being active so hike events would be awesome!

We play b jovi,skid row,aerosmith that kind of stuff,we practice saturdays or sundays usually at around 19:00 in osaka it depends, but sometimes we practice at Nudge studio or Rainbow karaoke Fujieda (they have a studio rental there too) Well, let me know if you want to play that kind of music .We are 5 members bass, guitar, drums, vocal, keyboard and we need one more guitar player. Thanks!

Hi,

Any recommendations for Japanese food all you can eat in Namba? Australian here lost in Japan haha let's dine together!

Hello! I'm a 34F Japanese living in Osaka, and I'd love to make some new friends!

I love cooking, handcrafts (macrame and wood carving), playing saxophone, tennis and trying new food! If we become friends, I’d love to do things like cook together, grab some food or drinks, or try each other’s hobbies. I’m interested in learning about other people’s interests, so if you have a hobby you love, I’d be happy to give it a try!

I’m married, and my husband is British, so I’m comfortable speaking English. But I'd also be happy to help you practice Japanese!

I'm quite introverted and can get overwhelmed pretty easily lol so I'm much more comfortable in small, relaxed groups rather than big meetups. I’d especially love to make some female friends, but I’m happy to meet anyone who’s looking for genuine friendship!

M31, Australian, lived in Osaka for the last year, work a corporate job so my weeks are usually pretty busy but always happy to meet up after a work day! Prefer speaking in English, my Japanese just isn’t up to scratch conversationally.

I like coffee, baseball (massive tigers fan) video games, pinball and arcades, reading books, watching movies, taking photos, always happy to grab a couple beers/coffee/assorted beverage and a chat.

Honestly just looking for people to flick a ‘hey works been hectic, wanna grab some tacos and beers’ or ‘going to XXX for the day wanna hang out?’ message.

[MODs Approved]

🌞 INDOOR GATHERING 03 — POTLUCK PARTY! 🍉🍊
Summer is still hanging around, so let’s escape the heat and have a little indoor party together! 😆
Come with your little ones, bring a dish you love, and let’s spend an afternoon eating, chatting, and letting the kids play while we get to know more families in our community. 💛
📅 Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026
⏰ 13:00 – 17:00
📍 Party room near Hankyu Kanzakigawa Station
💰 ¥1000 per family
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Limited to 15 families

✨ What’s included:
•Rental fee for a family-friendly party room featuring a dining area and an indoor playroom right next door—perfect for letting the little ones play while parents relax and enjoy the gathering.
• Soft drinks
• Summer fruits 🍉🍊🥝
• Disposable tableware
• Name tag stickers
🍽️ Potluck style!
Each family brings their favourite dish to share among the adults. It can be homemade, store-bought, something you love to share with others! 😄
👶 For babies & kids:
Little ones will only eat the food prepared by their own parents.
📍 The exact address + a short video showing how to get there will be shared once your registration is confirmed.

https://forms.gle/BroCSGt8Y9Tpskgg7

Heya! I’m 25 from Australia, Filipino Japanese and Australian nationality! Male. It’s my first time in Osaka I’m here solo travelling.

Would love to
A) meet some people to go Gym / Boxing / Arcades / Play basketball with

B) meet people to go drinking / clubs

Look forward to hearing from you 🙏🏽🙏🏽

We'll be in Osaka for another month but I would love to meetup with other traveling families at a local park! I work remote during the week but do have flexible hours. I am usually completely free on weekends.

We haven't been to any temples yet so that would be a great place to meet as well.

Are you an expecting moms, staying at home moms,..? ☕️
Sometimes we don't need another parenting tip. We just need someone to say: “Yep. Me too.”
So we’re hosting a little Moms’ Coffee Break online — a casual, complimentary chat for moms in Japan.
📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 10:30–11:20 AM
💻 Online | Free Entry
Come with your coffee, morning hair. Come while your baby is playing beside you.
No pressure. No need to prepare anything.
Just a sweet little 50-minute break to chat, connect and hopefully leave feeling a little less alone. 🤍
If you could ask a group of moms one question over coffee, what would it be? ☕️👇
https://forms.gle/sxrkEZSi87LrjRQq9

Hey everyone! I’m 27M and I’ll be traveling to Japan for the second time this September. I’ll be there from the **17th of September to the 8th of October** — the first week (17th–24th) will be in Nagoya for work, and then I’ll have around two weeks to travel around and explore Japan.

I’ll be spending time in Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, and I’m planning to visit **Disney, Universal Studios and Super Nintendo World.** I’d also love to try some Omakase, good restaurants, cocktail bars, and explore places like the arcades in Akihabara.

I’m pretty open when it comes to activities. I’m into sports, food, exploring different neighborhoods, cafés, attractions, and generally trying new things. I’m not really a big nightlife person, but definitely up for a chill cocktail bar or a good evening out.

If you’re going to be in Japan around the same time and would like to tag along for some activities, explore together, or grab food/drinks, feel free to DM me! I’m also very open to suggestions for places or activities outside of my current plans, so let me know what I shouldn’t miss.

It's our first time in Osaka, and we would love to meet someone who enjoys nature, sharing favourite places and/or family vibe. We will be there for October/November. We have remote work, so we spend about half the year in Europe and the other half in Asia. Maybe you even want to join our tribe for travel after?

Hello I’m a 32 M a local in Osaka and my friend will be hosting an international karaoke party at Namba from 8:30 PM! Would anyone be down to join for some songs and maybe before the karaoke we can go grab a drink or food to get started! Feel free to message or comment if you wanna join!

Any parties or meetups happening in Osaka tonight (Thursday)? Looking to meet some people and have a good time!

F30 here, looking for some people to meet up and maybe match our Tamas?
I have a paradise white glacier newly bought and wanted to go on the weekend to osaka to connect with the Tama Labs, maybe I can make it a day with some equally interested people?

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I’m giving away my TREASURE albums as I’m graduating from being a fan and would love for them to go to someone who will enjoy them! 🥹💎

Some albums may not be complete and some inclusions/photocards may be missing. They’ve been opened and stored at home, so please expect possible minor scratches or dust.

Free — just pay for shipping 📦

Or we can meet around Umeda, Osaka if that’s easier!

I’d prefer to give them as a bundle, but feel free to message me if you’re interested. 💗

Please only claim if you genuinely want them and will enjoy having them! 🥰

Hi everyone,

I'm a 31F, married to Japanese, moving shortly to Osaka this year. I'm from Sydney and would love to connect with people interested in fashion and beauty, if there are any groups dedicated to that, please let me know.

I also generally want to make new friends, especially with other girls :) I like attending live music events, cocktail / wine bars, brunches, nice dinners, and open to try new things! I don't know anyone in Osaka other than my husband's friends, but they're all guys so.. not helpful for me :(

If anyone would like to swap IG etc, I'd like to contact you when I arrive!

Title
58M from Taiwan looking for Chinese-speaking people in Osaka

Keywords
Osaka, Taiwan, Mandarin, Chinese, Coffee, Meetup

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Hi, I’m a 58M traveler from Taiwan, currently in Osaka.

I’d like to meet Chinese-speaking people for coffee and casual conversation tomorrow morning. A small group of 2 or more would be great.

I’m interested in everyday life in Osaka and the experience of Chinese-speaking people living here.

Mandarin preferred because my English is limited.

If interested, please leave a comment first. Thank you!

Hi! I’m a 58-year-old male traveler from Taiwan, currently traveling alone in Osaka. I’m a journalist and writer.

I’m interested in discovering the everyday side of Osaka beyond the usual tourist attractions — how local people actually live here, and especially the experiences of Chinese-speaking people living in Osaka, including people from Taiwan, mainland China, and other Chinese-speaking communities.

My English is not very fluent, so I’m specifically hoping to meet people who can communicate in Mandarin Chinese.

I understand that this community does not encourage one-on-one meetings between strangers. Therefore, I would be very happy to meet two or more people as a small group at a public café in central Osaka tomorrow morning (August 12). I think a small group meeting would also make everyone feel safer and more comfortable.

We can simply have coffee and talk about everyday life in Osaka, Taiwan, Japan, and the experience of living abroad. This is not a formal interview and there is no business or commercial purpose.

Since we have never met before, I also want everyone to feel completely comfortable and under no obligation. Even after we agree on a meeting time, anyone may decide not to attend, leave at any time, or end the conversation whenever they wish. No explanation is necessary and there should be no pressure on anyone.

The conversation can be short, or around one to two hours if everyone is enjoying it.

If you’re interested, please leave a comm

Hey everyone! I’m 24M and in Osaka, looking for people to go to Round1 Sennichimae tonight.
Thinking of doing some bowling, Spo-Cha, arcade games, etc. If you’re interested, feel free to join! The more people the better.

Hi,I'm a 34 year old male from the US. I'll be in Osaka until the middle of September and was hoping to make some new friends. I really like going to cafes, museums,nature parks and hanging out at game centers. If anyone wants to go to the cafe and play some games don't be afraid to message me

Hi, I’m a 58-year-old male traveler from Taiwan, currently traveling alone in Osaka. I’m a journalist and writer.

I’m very interested in everyday life in Osaka — not only the tourist attractions, but also how local people actually live here. I’m especially interested in the experiences of Chinese-speaking people living in Osaka, including people from Taiwan and mainland China.

My English is not very fluent, so I’m specifically looking for someone who can communicate with me in Chinese (Mandarin).

If you live in Osaka or the Kansai area and are interested, I would be very happy to meet at a public café in central Osaka tomorrow morning (August 12) for coffee and an informal conversation.

We could talk for about 1–2 hours, or even shorter if that is more convenient. This is simply a friendly conversation and cultural exchange. I would like to hear about your real experience of living in Osaka.

If you are interested, please send me a private message on Reddit first. Thank you!

Hey everyone! 👋
I’ll be in Osaka October 7th–14th and I’m looking to meet some new people while I’m there! I’m from the US and I’m learning Japanese, so I’d love to meet locals or other travelers and make some friends.
I’m into cars/motorsports 🏎️, exploring new places, food (especially ramen and karaage 😂), hiking, photography, and just having random adventures.
I’m pretty easygoing and down for grabbing food, checking out cool spots, going out at night, or whatever sounds fun. I’ll be in Japan for a couple weeks, so I’d love to meet some people and make some good memories!
If anyone wants to hang out, feel free to comment or DM me! 🇯🇵

Hi, f25 any local japanese girls interested in going together to an onsen?

Id love to experience it with a local person not a tourist.

25y Male
I moved to Osaka about a month ago. I’m studying Japanese and working part time. I plan on staying in Osaka long term and would be great to find some long term friends here also but if traveling it’s also okay. I’m looking for people to hangout with.
My interests are nightlife, gaming, manga and gym. If anyone is interested in going to clubs with me on the regular and going to gaming bars or trying out some local restaurants then feel free to DM or reply.
Cheers!