Giraffe Japan
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Namba Station · 5 min walk (Osaka Metro Midōsuji Line, Osaka Metro Sennichimae Line, Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line)
- Hours
- 22:00–04:00 (Nightclub, daily)
- Admission
- Weekdays: ¥2,000 (men), ¥1,000 (women); Weekends: ¥3,000 (men), ¥1,000 (women)
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Best time to go
- 22:00–23:00 (early entry includes 3 drink tickets instead of 1 for the same admission price)
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
Located along the iconic Dotonbori canal, Giraffe Japan is one of Osaka's largest and most energetic nightclubs, spanning multiple floors with distinct music genres from EDM to hip-hop. It's a premier nightlife destination for travelers looking to experience the city's legendary party scene alongside a lively mix of locals and tourists. Expect state-of-the-art sound systems, dazzling light shows, and a highly energetic, fast-paced atmosphere that peaks past midnight.
What Japanese guides note
GIRAFFE Japan relocated from its former canal-front address to the fifth floor of the Nakaza Cuidaore Building in central Dōtonbori. Security strictly inspects physical government-issued photo identification at the entrance before allowing guests onto the floor. Arriving before 23:00 grants additional drink tickets, and visitors can move between indoor dance floors and an open-air rooftop terrace overlooking the district.
Details from local sources
- GIRAFFE Japan occupies 150 tsubo on the 5th floor of the Nakaza Cuidaore Building, transitioning through three distinct daytime, variety-show, and nightclub concepts. [source]
- Guests entering between 22:00 and 23:00 receive three drink tickets with admission instead of the single drink ticket issued after 23:00. [source]
- The main dance floor in the Center Area is equipped with German d&b audiotechnik speakers and LED pixel bars. [source]
- Security requires every guest to present an original, valid government-issued photo identification under their own name to gain entry. [source]
Insider Tip
Bring your passport for ID entry checks, and arrive before 11 PM to take advantage of discounted early-bird cover charges.
Frequently asked
What are the standard admission charges for the nightclub?
Admission on weekdays is ¥2,000 for men and ¥1,000 for women. On weekends, men pay ¥3,000 while women pay ¥1,000. Arriving between 22:00 and 23:00 includes three drink tickets, while arrivals after 23:00 include one drink ticket.
What identification documents are required to enter?
Security requires a valid physical government-issued photo ID under your own name, such as a passport, Japanese driver's license, My Number card, or foreign residence card. Health insurance or student cards alone are insufficient without a secondary bank card or additional identification.
Is there a dress code policy enforced at the door?
Smart casual clothing is recommended. Door staff may deny admission to anyone wearing sportswear, gym clothes, sandals, beach slippers, or excessively casual attire, regardless of whether they have already arranged plans or prepaid.
How do you reach GIRAFFE Japan by public transit?
Take the Osaka Metro Midōsuji, Sennichimae, or Yotsubashi Line to Namba Station. From Exit 14, walk north toward Dōtonbori for five minutes. The club is situated on the fifth floor of the Nakaza Cuidaore Building along the main shopping street.
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