Osaka Shinsaibashi Food: Retro Yoshoku at ‘New Light’ – Since the Showa Era

In the vibrant and innovative city of Osaka, there is a long-established eatery in Amerikamura that stands out with its doors covered in hip-hop event posters and stickers. Young people line up outside, eagerly waiting to get in. However, this is neither a nightclub nor a record shop—it is a Western-style restaurant with over 60 years of history. Established in 1959, “New Light” has been a staple in the southern Osaka food scene, earning a reputation as an essential culinary landmark.

A One-of-a-Kind Dish: Ceylon Rice

The star dish at New Light is none other than Ceylon Rice. This unique dish is a flavorful mix of beef, onions, curry powder, demi-glace sauce, and ramen broth. The demi-glace sauce used here is a special blend that has been perfected since the restaurant’s founding, creating a taste that no other establishment can replicate.