Culture Tako-jinja Gary Luscombe Tako-jinja is a small shrine in southern Osaka close to the birthplace of Takamuko-no-Kuromaro. A largely forgotten figure, he was..
Anime & Manga Space Station in Osaka Franki Webb Not only does Space Station in Osaka allow you to play oldies like Dreamcast and the Sega Megadrive, it also gives offers a vast..
Culture Sharp like a Knife Alena Eckelmann Knives hand-crafted in Sakai are the perfect gift from Japan that will bring the receiver long-lasting satisfaction whenever using..
Culture Masterpieces of Calligraphy 2020 Oct 3rd - Nov 29th 2020 Past Event A special exhibit taking place at the Kuboso Memorial Museum of Arts is titled "Masterpieces of Calligraphy: Sutras, Bokuseki, and..
Culture Osaka-jo Sake Square 2023 Sep 23rd - 24th 2023 Past Event The Osaka-jo Sake Square event is designed to revitalize the sake scene in the Kansai region, and the event will include over 60..
Culture Artcourt Gallery Robert Van Egghen Artcourt gallery, in the center of Osaka, hosts exhibitions of local and international artists, including Hitoshi Nomura, Kozo Nishino..
10 Street & Urban Hidden Backstreets of Osaka Robert Kodama Go for a walk down the hidden streets of Osaka to get a taste of local communities.
Culture Kanii Jinja Gary Luscombe Kanii jinja is a tiny shrine in rural Osaka linked to the very first Emperor of Japan. Sadly, like many countryside shrines, its..