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Sightseeing Guide to Kishiwada (Osaka): Danjiri Festival, Kishiwada Castle, and Other Fun Things to Do

Every September, Kishiwada City in Osaka is a popular destination for its sensational Danjiri Matsuri. Over three days, it draws some 600,000 visitors. But there's more to Kishiwad...

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.

Discover Historic Japan Beyond Kyoto: Hikone Castle, Genkyu-en Garden, and Hikonyan

Kyoto may be the star of most Kansai itineraries, but nearby Shiga Prefecture offers a quieter way to experience Japan’s history. Just around 50 minutes from Kyoto, Hikone Castle m...

Osaka Family Travel Guide: Best Hotels, Day Trips, and Top Things to Do with Kids in Osaka, Japan

If you're planning a trip to Japan, you're probably considering Tokyo and Kyoto, two of the most popular cities to visit. But if you're looking for a more laid-back experience, don...

JR西、大阪城公園駅に歩行者デッキ　新開発エリアに接続

JR西日本は、大阪府・大阪市と連携し、大阪城東部地区1.5期開発のエリアとつながる、大阪城公園駅の歩行者向け接続デッキを整備すると発表した。2028年春頃から利用できるようになる予定。

USJ OFFICIAL HOTELS, OSAKA

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN (USJ) OFFICIAL HOTELS IN OSAKA Much like the hotels near Tokyo Disney Resort in Tokyo, the hotels out near USJ are in a more spacious area – which means mor...

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A 400-Ton Japanese Castle Is Moving (Again)! See Hirosaki Castle's Historic Return in August 2026

Yes, you read that correctly. One of Japan’s historic castle keeps is currently moving. In Aomori Prefecture, the approximately 400-ton Hirosaki Castle keep is slowly making its...

15 Places to Stay in Shinsaibashi: Perfect for Family Travel, With Delicious Breakfasts & More

Whether you’re visiting Osaka for shopping, dining, or sightseeing, Shinsaibashi is the perfect base. Discover 15 hotels that cater to families, feature tasty breakfasts, and ensur...

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...

Hikone Castle picked as World Heritage candidate

Construction of the castle began in 1604 under the direction of the Tokugawa shogunate. It was completed some 20 years later.

Kumamoto Castle left illuminated all night long as symbol of hope for earthquake victims

The castle itself is still undergoing repairs from an earthquake from 10 years ago. Kumamoto is still reeling from a massive earthquake that struck the prefecture on Japan’s southw...

Where to See Fireworks in Osaka & Kansai (June–October 2026)

Planning a summer trip to the Kansai region, including Osaka and Kyoto? You’re in for a seasonal highlight: this is one of the best times to catch fireworks festivals across wester...

Top 3 Bus Tours to Arashiyama & Kinkaku-ji (Amanohashidate Included) [2026]

Compare three bus tours from Osaka and Kyoto to Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Amanohashidate at a glance: prices, itineraries, and real reviews all in one place. Discover the surest...

Osaka Starbucks has one of the city’s coolest photo vantage points, but it’s going away soon

We head to Osaka to say goodbye to Ebitsuta, and get a new view at one of the city’s most famous landmarks. The physical media market definitely isn’t what it used to be. Back when...

Beautiful off-the-beaten-path spot near samurai castle in rural Japan looks like a Monet painting

Here’s today’s reason not to skip Gifu in your Japan travel plans. As Japan becomes an increasingly popular destination for international travelers, there’s also a growing sense th...

Top-Booked in Japan: Must-Try Sushi in Osaka for First-Time Visitors

Osaka's incredible culinary scene is an amazing way to experience an authentic, unforgettable sushi feast. While diving into local dining spots can sometimes seem a bit intimidatin...

A city unites around a common goal: Moving a castle by hand

The project has helped bring together the residents of Hirosaki and revived interest in the castle, which was first moved in 2015 after an earthquake damaged a wall beneath it.

The National museum of Art, Osaka and Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka Collaborate on Collections

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

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Skip the Summer Heat: Osaka's Spectacular Autumn Fireworks Festival Returns This November

Fireworks festivals in Japan may be synonymous with summer, but the cooler months offer a far more comfortable way to enjoy the show. With crisp air, fewer worries about heat and h...

Cycle Through Ancient Japan: Asuka Village Day Trip from Osaka/Kyoto

When you think of Nara, deer may come to mind—but venture a little farther south and you’ll discover Asuka Village, a peaceful countryside treasure steeped in 1,400 years of histor...

Elderly couple donates 400 million yen to erect Myaku-Myaku statue in Osaka

Multi-million-dollar Myaku-Myaku donation. It’s been nearly a year since the closing of the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, but its official mascot, the gooey humanoid Myaku-Myaku has ma...

Osaka Station’s “Exclusion Art”: Hostile Architecture Comes to Kansai

Why did 150 concrete blocks outside JR Osaka Station spark outrage? We explore the divide in Japan's "exclusion art" debate.