FAQ
FAQ
Common questions about using OIC FOOD PARK, our hours, access, menu, mobile ordering and takeaway.
Using OIC FOOD PARK
Is the OIC cafeteria open to the public?
Yes. OIC FOOD PARK is open not only to students and staff of Ritsumeikan University Osaka Ibaraki Campus but also to local residents and visitors to the campus. No special procedure is needed.
What kind of place is OIC FOOD PARK?
It is a food court where six booths share one floor: Asian food, iron-pot rice, pasta, spice curry, omurice and crepes. You order at the register or in the app, then collect from the booth when your number appears on the monitor.
Do I need a reservation?
No reservation is needed for a normal meal. For private hire of the space, please contact us.
Is it comfortable to come alone?
It is a food court, so many people come on their own. You pick up your food first and then choose a seat, so there is no need to secure a table before queuing.
Can I come with children?
The facility is open to everyone. For details on facilities for children, please ask our staff at the counter.
When does it get crowded?
It can fill up between classes and around lunchtime. If you would like a relaxed meal, we recommend coming outside those hours. How busy we are varies from day to day.
Can I sit anywhere?
It is a food court, so you pick up your food and then take a free seat. Please ask at the counter for details on how seating is managed.
How many seats are there?
We do not publish a seat count. Please check at the counter, along with how busy we are.
Can I bring my own food?
Whether outside food is allowed can vary. Please ask our staff at the counter.
Can visiting family eat at Ritsumeikan OIC?
Yes. You are welcome when visiting for an open campus day or to see family. We are open on weekdays from 11:00 to 17:00 and closed at weekends and on public holidays.
Who operates OIC FOOD PARK?
It is operated by nadeshico — the logo carries the line “by.nadeshico”.
Hours and closures
What are OIC FOOD PARK's opening hours?
We are open Monday to Friday, 11:00 to 17:00. We are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
Are you open on weekends?
We are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. We look forward to seeing you on a weekday.
When is last order?
Last-order times are announced at the counter. If you are arriving close to our 17:00 closing time, please check with each booth.
Are you open during university holidays?
Opening hours may change in line with the university calendar. Please check the notices at the counter or our official announcements before visiting.
Do you serve breakfast?
We open at 11:00 and do not serve before that.
Are you open in the evening?
We close at 17:00 and do not open in the evening.
Do the booths have different hours?
Some booths may take orders during different hours. Please check the notices at the counter.
Do you have occasional closures?
We may close temporarily for university events. We will announce this in our news.
Location and access
Where is OIC FOOD PARK?
It is on the first floor of Building H at Ritsumeikan University Osaka Ibaraki Campus (OIC), 2-150 Iwakura-cho, Ibaraki, Osaka. It is facility No.8 on the campus Food Map.
How far is it from the nearest station?
About a 5-minute walk from JR Ibaraki Station. Once on campus, follow the signs to Building H.
Can I come from the Hankyu stations?
You can also come from Hankyu Minami-Ibaraki or Hankyu Ibarakishi Station. Please check a map app for the route and how long it takes.
Is there parking?
We do not provide parking information for OIC FOOD PARK itself. Please contact us about parking on campus.
Do I need to register to enter the campus?
You can use the facility without any special procedure. For campus-wide entry rules, please refer to the university's guidance.
Which floor of Building H is it on?
It is on the first floor of Building H. Once on campus, follow the signs to Building H.
I would like to check the location on a map.
You can check on Google Maps. There is a map on our Access page.
What is your phone number?
It is +81-72-657-7575. Please call during opening hours.
Menu and prices
Mobile order and payment
Can I use mobile order at Ritsumeikan OIC?
Yes, you can order through our app. You can pick up without queuing, which helps when you only have a short break.
Is it cheaper to order in the app?
Ordering through the app costs less than paying cash. Please check the displayed price for each dish.
Where can I get the app?
We explain how to get the app at the counter. Please ask a member of staff if you are unsure.
Can I order without the app?
Yes — you can order directly at each booth's counter.
What payment methods do you accept?
You can pay in the app or with cash. Please check at the counter for other payment methods.
Do you accept credit cards?
Please check at the counter. Payment in the app and payment by cash are both available.
Can I top up the app?
The app has payment and money-transfer functions. We can walk you through it at the counter.
Can I get a receipt?
Please ask at the counter about issuing a receipt.
Takeaway, private hire and other
Is takeaway available at Ritsumeikan OIC?
Yes, takeaway is available. It is handy if you would like to eat somewhere else on campus.
Are there dishes that cannot be taken away?
Some dishes may not travel well because of packaging. Please ask a member of staff when ordering.
Can I hire the space privately?
We do take enquiries about private hire. Please contact us with your preferred date, time and party size.
Can a large group use the space?
Whether we can seat a large group depends on how busy we are. Please contact us if you are planning to come as a large group.
Is Wi-Fi available?
We do not provide Wi-Fi information for OIC FOOD PARK itself. Please refer to the university's guidance about the campus network.
Is the space wheelchair accessible?
We can explain the facilities at the counter. Please contact us in advance if you have any concerns.
I have lost something.
Please contact us or speak to a member of staff at the counter.
Do you have social media?
We run @oic_foodpark on Instagram, where we post the day's dishes and announcements.
Can I enquire about press coverage?
Please get in touch via our contact page. We will reply after reviewing your enquiry.
Where can I share feedback?
You are welcome to tell our staff, use the contact page, or reach us on Instagram.
If your question is not here, please ask our staff at the counter or use the contact page.

