Navigating the Osaka Subway System
Osaka is a wonderful city with lots to offer, but it’s also big, and using taxis to get everywhere will soon add up! Happily, there is a great subway network here, let me show you how to use it.
June 23, 2017
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15 Things to Do in Osaka
Here are the top 15 things to do in the wonderful city of Osaka! From landmarks to great food to castles, this city will definitely entertain you and deserves a spot on your list of places to visit!
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May 19, 2017
Sakuranomiya: The Osaka District Where Cherry Blossoms Bloom
In Osaka, there are many locations with beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots, such as the iconic Osaka Castle. This time, I would like to introduce a district where a huge part of it is covered in cherry blossoms, Sakuranomiya.
April 8, 2017
Tsuruhashi, Osaka: Where Japan Finds Korea
I love understanding history and the relationship between our different cultures. Living in Osaka presents me with the door to the biggest Korean community in all of Japan located in Ikuno’s Tsuruhashi.
February 24, 2017
A Hobby for All: Next Generation World Hobby Fair 2017
Other than Nintendo, game developers such as Level 5, Capcom and Konami had set up their booths promoting their games to children. There were also card games and booths selling merchandise exclusive to the event.
February 8, 2017
Osaka Tondo Festival - An Experience Midst Flames and Snow
Osaka Tondo Festival is the biggest fire festivals in Osaka. And as such, it has become an integral part of Osaka’s culture.
February 2, 2017
A Guide to Namba Station
If you type 'Namba Station' into Google maps, it will promptly highlight the JR-Namba, Osaka-Namba, Namba and Namba (yes, two Nambas) stations. But which one should you use?!
January 25, 2017
Osaka Christmas Lights: Where to Go and What to See
Nothing quite says “Christmas in Japan” like a cutesy, over the top, almost garish light show, with an accompaniment of suitably romantic musical overtones.
December 24, 2016
Where to Find Authentic German Christmas Markets in Japan
Market squares that are transformed into beautiful little villages made of wood and fairy lights, the scent of cinnamon and oranges lingering in the air as you wander around the aisles.
December 21, 2016
Expo City: Japan's Largest Entertainment/Shopping Center
Expo City is located in Suita City. This amazing state of the art epicenter of fun contains everything the heart desires for the avid shopper to the fanatical movie lover.
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December 8, 2016
Off the Beaten Track: Osaka's 7 Most Intriguing Spots
I didn’t spend much time in Osaka, but I managed to see a few things. Here are my top 7 wacky things to do in Osaka!
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November 21, 2016
Bringing History to Life in Central Osaka: The Osaka Museum of Housing & Living
With its unique Edo-period street display, visitors to The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living can literally walk into history, and make some very modern memories taking photos in kimono.
November 21, 2016
Osaka’s Best Hotels: A Top 10
Whether it is a week of heady exploration or unapologetic self-indulgence that you’re after, Osaka has a variety of hotels to cater to your every whim. Presenting the top 10!
November 11, 2016
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Japan 2016
2016 has been a big year for Universal Studios Japan (USJ), which is celebrating its 15th anniversary with the “RE-BOOOOOOOORN!” campaign.
November 9, 2016
Japan & The Movies: 5 Popular Movie Sites & Where to Find Them
Have you ever watched a movie and looked at the background, perhaps the buildings, the mountains and seas or maybe even just the layout of the road and thought to yourself “I’ve been there before”?
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November 2, 2016
Work Up a Sweat! Top 3 Running Tracks in Osaka
Central Osaka is relatively flat, which makes it a great place for running.
November 1, 2016
Drink Up! The Differences Between Japanese Bars & Izakayas
For in truth, the traditional Japanese izakaya is neither a bar nor a restaurant, but perhaps best described as somewhere in-between.
October 22, 2016
Orange Street in Osaka: Chic Clothes, Cute Cafes and Fashionable Furniture
Horie. This area combines boutique fashion of areas and intimate coffee shops without the bustle of areas such as Umeda and nearby Shinsaibashi. This area is also home to bicycle stores, furniture shops and second hand clothing stores.
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October 12, 2016
