Lounge · Minami (Namba / Shinsaibashi)
ARUNODE
ある夜、ビルの片隅で
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ARUNODE (Aru yoru, biru no katasumi de) is a concept lounge on Soemoncho in Minami where the cast dress in cosplay inspired by anime, games and manga. The set is ¥5,500 an hour before 21:00 and ¥6,600 after, tax included, plus a 20% service charge.
- About 40 cast, about 20 on a typical night (venue's own figures); 25 seats.
- The first floor is a café-bar with 60 minutes of all-you-can-drink for ¥3,300.
Published prices
From the venue's own price list, checked on 24 October 2026. Prices change, so confirm them at the door.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| 2F–3F, until 21:00 (60 min) | ¥5,500 per person |
| 2F–3F, from 21:00 (60 min) | ¥6,600 per person |
| VIP floor (4F), until 21:00 (60 min) | ¥6,600 per person |
| VIP floor (4F), from 21:00 (60 min) | ¥7,700 per person |
| Extension (30 min) · 2F–3F | ¥3,300 per person |
| Extension (60 min) · 2F–3F | ¥6,600 per person |
| Extension (30 min) · VIP floor | ¥4,400 per person |
| Nomination (requesting a hostess by name) | ¥2,200 |
| Service charge | 20% of the subtotal |
| Tax | Included in the prices |
- Prices include tax.
- Drinks for the cast from ¥1,000; other orders are charged separately.
Price source: Official website · Bill words explained
What an example bill adds up to
An example only, not a quote: 2 guests staying 90 minutes at the "2F–3F, until 21:00" set price, with no nominations or drinks for hostesses.
| Set 60 min × 2 | ¥11,000 |
|---|---|
| Extension × 2 | ¥6,600 |
| Service charge 20% | ¥3,520 |
| Example total | ¥21,120 |
| Per person | ¥10,560 |
Drinks for hostesses, nominations and bottles are added on top, and they are usually what makes a bill large.
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- Is the set price per person, and which drinks does it include?
- How much is a drink for a hostess, and do you ask before ordering one?
- How much is a nomination, and is it charged again when we extend?
- Does the time extend automatically, or will you ask us first?
- Is there a fee for paying by card?
- Can I have an itemised bill before I pay?
About the venue
- Type
- Lounge
- Area
- Minami (Namba / Shinsaibashi)
- Address (Japanese)
- 大阪府大阪市中央区宗右衛門町2-17
- Hours
- 20:00–close
- Closed
- Mondays
- Payment
- Cards: Visa, JCB, Mastercard, AMEX, Diners, UnionPay
- Reservations
- Reservations accepted
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Questions about ARUNODE
- How much is ARUNODE?
- From ¥5,500 / 60 min, service charge 20%. Prices change, so check with the venue on the day.
- How much is the nomination fee at ARUNODE?
- Nomination (requesting a hostess by name): ¥2,200
- How do you pay at ARUNODE? Are cards accepted?
- Cards: Visa, JCB, Mastercard, AMEX, Diners, UnionPay
- Can you book ARUNODE?
- Reservations accepted
- What are the opening hours of ARUNODE?
- 20:00–close / Closed: Mondays
- Where is ARUNODE and what is the nearest station?
- 大阪府大阪市中央区宗右衛門町2-17
- How else is ARUNODE written?
- It is also written "ある夜、ビルの片隅で", "아루노데".
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