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If you are coming to Osaka, the Universal Studios city area is the place to be the perfect base for Osaka sightseeing: O...

TOKYO, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Osaka is one of Japan's most popular destinations for international travelers. Historically a thriving merchant city, Osaka is famous for its v...

Hop-On, Hop-Off Osaka Tour Bus: Enjoy Top Tourist Sites From Above

Book your OSAKA SKY VISTA or Osaka Wonder Loop Bus tour and explore Osaka's top sights. Enjoy English support and see the city in style.

THE DOTONBORI AREA WITH KIDS (OSAKA)

This is the most iconic Osaka sightseeing spot there is.  You will need to take the subway or a cab to get here and I highly recommend visiting at night as it all just looks… The p...

HIGH END & OMAKASE DINING WITH KIDS IN OSAKA

I’m often asked “where can we get omakase in Japan?” and I do just need to clear up any confusion with the meaning of omakase (whether you are looking for omakase style courses tha...

The contemporary art fair “ART OSAKA 2026” to be held

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

OSAKA CASTLE WITH KIDS

Osaka Castle is a great place to visit with kids – for the castle but also mainly for the playground in the castle grounds. This is also a great spot for cherry blossoms in the… Th...

DADWAY PLAYCENTRE IN NAMBA PARKS (OSAKA)

This is a guest post written by Sarah Stoddart, who recently visited the Dadway Playcentre “Dadway Play Studio” in Namba, Osaka, with her young family. Sarah is a commercial lawyer...

Osaka Shopping Guide: 18 Must-Visit Stores in Umeda, Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Other Districts (+Exclusive Deals)

Osaka is a shopper’s paradise, blending mega-malls, quirky boutiques, and lively shopping streets into one unforgettable city. In this guide, we introduce 18 must-visit stores acro...

HOTEL ANDROOMS, HONMACHI, OSAKA

Hotel Androoms is a chain of hotels and I’m so impressed.    The hotels are modern, clean, generously sized rooms, a beautiful restaurant/ communal working space in the lobby.  The...

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...

ONE DAY OSAKA ITINERARY FOR 3-6 YEAR OLDS

This is my ONE DAY OSAKA ITINERARY FOR 3-6 YEAR OLDS WHO CANNOT KEEP STILL See here for my full list of things to do with kids of all ages in Osaka. See here for… The post ONE DAY...

Osaka fashion show

Naomi Osaka of Japan enters the court for the second round women's singles tennis match against Donna Vekic of Croatia at the French Open tennis tournament in Paris…

Centara Life Namba Hotel Osaka celebrates grand opening in the heart of the city

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, today celebrates the grand opening of Centara Life Namba Hotel Osaka, marking its second hotel in Japan.

Cherry Blossom Proposal Photoshoot at Osaka Castle Park | Surprise Engagement in Osaka Japan!!

I had the pleasure of photographing a very bright and joyful couple’s surprise proposal at Osaka Castle Park in Osaka, Japan. It was the perfect day for a photoshoot, with the cher...

From expo momentum to deep-tech investment: Osaka pushes to become Asia’s next global financial hub

Osaka is the second-largest city in Japan after Tokyo, which was, for a long time – until this year, the most populous city in the world – having lost the title this year to Jakart...

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Osaka Mixed Juice (大阪ミックスジュース)

Osaka’s love affair with food is no secret. You might know takoyaki and okonomiyaki, but one drink flies under the radar. That drink is mixed juice. If you have never heard of it,...

6 Tasty Souvenirs from Kyoto & Osaka That Our Editors Couldn't Resist

One of the highlights of traveling in Japan is shopping for local souvenirs! Kyoto and Osaka, two of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, offer a wide variety of souven...

USJ輸送で活況の桜島線を全踏破　万博の夢の跡・IR開発の夢洲へ延伸計画も

2025年4月13日から10月13日までの約半年にわたって、2025年日本国際博覧会(大阪・関西万博/EXPO 2025)が大阪府大阪市で開催されました。大阪・関西万博は開催前からさまざまな意見・指摘が飛び...

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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...

11 Best Day Trips From Osaka: See What the Kansai Region Has To Offer!

There is so much to see in Japan's midwestern region of Kansai, and Osaka is the best place to base yourself to explore it! From beaches to sacred temples, nature escapes and more,...

Meet the mural artists who make Osaka vibrant

Graffiti is frowned upon in Japan, but wall art is finding local support. In Osaka, the Wall Share company acts as the glue that connects the artists to the community.

Osaka Municipal Assembly approves proposed council to discuss metropolis plan

The council may hold its first meeting as soon as next month if its establishment is greenlit at the prefectural assembly's plenary meeting next Wednesday.