Balabushka

Osaka

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Balabushka

For those with a hankering to shoot some pool or sling some darts, Balabushka is the spot. Here you can compete with friends as well as strangers for primacy in one of the epic tournaments that take place regularly here long into the night. If and when you get tired, you can take a pew on the comfy sofas in the loft and enjoy a stiff drink with a side of nachos.

Useful Information

Address: 2-9-5 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Phone: +81 6 6213 5056
More Info: balabushka.jimdo.com
Address: Sun–Thu 6pm–3am, Fri & Sat 6pm–5am
More Info: Metro Stop: Shinsaibashi Station

Bars & Nightlife

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Murphy's Irish Pub

Murphy's Irish Pub

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Club Joule

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Royal Horse

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St. Regis Bar

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The Blarney Stone

The Blarney Stone

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Explosion

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Owl Osaka

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Club Life

Hip Hop, Reggae, House, you name it. Club Life is a hot meeting point among the young party crowd. Here you can dance until the early morning hours, share a story with some friends over drinks and meet new people. Prices are pretty reasonable and the owner, along with the rest of the staff …

Balabushka

For those with a hankering to shoot some pool or sling some darts, Balabushka is the spot. Here you can compete with friends as well as strangers for primacy in one of the epic tournaments that take place regularly here long into the night. If and when you get tired, you can take a …

Ghost

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T.N.T. Craft Beer Pub and Bottle Shop

T.N.T. Craft Beer Pub and Bottle Shop

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Club Ammona

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Misono Building

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