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June Events in Kansai: Fun Festivals, Food, and Things to Do in Kyoto & Osaka

Kansai, land of okonomiyaki, Kyoto, and deer parks, is buzzing with events this June. This month’s highlights include planting rice in a centuries-old tradition, solving mysteries...

Why This Japanese Phrase from Kansai Sounds Strange to the Rest of Japan

It's a phrase that confuses Tokyoites. But to many in the Kansai region, it's a daily expression rooted in the region's unique breakfast habits.

Kansai's Top 10 Premium Onsen Resorts: Luxury Ryokan Picks Near Osaka, Kyoto & Kobe

Discover our top 10 picks for premium onsen resorts near Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe in the Kansai region. Treat yourself to an unforgettable hot spring getaway complete with private op...

6 Best Beautiful Beaches Near Osaka: Dreamy Summer Destinations in Kansai

There are numerous beaches near Osaka, spread around the Kansai region, with gleaming white sands and crystal waters that contrast with the clear blue summer sky. Included among...

'Ha - That's Really a Thing?!' 5 Hilarious Osaka Cultural Quirks that Shocked Foreigners in Japan!

More and more overseas visitors from Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Africa have been setting foot into the Kansai area in recent years, and it's really no wonder. The region is kn...

July Events in Kansai: Fun Festivals, Food, and Things to Do in Kyoto & Osaka

July is when the nights become a blessing, a reprieve from the sweltering heat of summer. Many of these July events around Kansai take place at night — theme parks have extended op...

Osaka After Dark: The Ultimate Rooftop & Riverside Beer Garden Guide

Osaka is famously known as Japan’s kitchen, and the city takes its summer eating and drinking very seriously! Dive into the electric energy of Kansai with rooftop BBQs in bustling...

Kyoto Sake (京都の酒)

Kyoto sake is known for smooth texture, fragrant sake aroma, and an elegant finish. The center of this regional sake culture is Fushimi, a historical brewery district in southern K...

2026 Kansai Bon Odori & Summer Festival Guide: Join the Dance in Kyoto, Osaka, and Other Areas

Visiting Kansai this summer? Don’t miss the chance to experience one of Japan’s most beloved traditions: summer festivals and Bon Odori dances. Slip into a yukata, snack on festiva...

Emerging Kansai artists to watch

Among the artists featured at Art Osaka, several offered particularly engaging takes on the ubiquity of digital technology and relationships between people and nature.

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Hyogo Sake （兵庫の酒）

Hyogo is one of Japan’s major sake-producing prefectures, especially because of Nada Gogo. Its sake culture grew from water, rice, winter climate, ports, and brewer’s craft. The be...

“都会のローカル線”大阪「汐見橋線」全踏破　派手さはなくとも地域を支える

大阪府大阪市の難波には、JR線・南海電気鉄道・Osaka Metro(大阪メトロ)・近畿日本鉄道・阪神電気鉄道といった多くの鉄道路線が乗り入れ、大阪屈指の繁華街を形成しています。特に南海の難波駅...

Anime, Games & Figures Galore: Explore Osaka's Otaroad - The Otaku Hub of Western Japan

Always bustling with activity, Nippombashi Otaroad (日本橋オタロード) — known as “the Akihabara of the West” — is a popular destination for anime lovers visiting Osaka. The name “O...

NAMBA WITH KIDS (OSAKA)

I have a general “Osaka with kids” post with fun things to do for families but my “Namba with kids” section is overflowing so I’ve decided that it needs it’s own section here! PLEA...

Cultural Exchange Event “Osaka Loop Line Nishi-Kujo Station OK18-ban-gai” to be Held

Sorry, this entry is only available in Japanese. For the sake of viewer convenience, the content is shown belo […]

Shakey’s Japan creates matcha mochi, Kyoto fish, and Kansai Chili Con Carne pizzas

Japan’s Kansai region inspires some very bold baking in Shakey’s Japan’s ovens. A while back, Shakey’s celebrated its 50th anniversary of arriving in Japan with a special selection...

Osaka Kimono & Yukata Rental Guide: Stylish Designs, Late Returns & Unique Samurai Experiences! (Totally Differe...

When people think about renting a kimono in Kansai, Kyoto is usually the first place that comes to mind. But Osaka has plenty of fantastic kimono rental shops too, and they come wi...