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Osaka City

The metropolis of the Kansai region

About Osaka City
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Things to do in Osaka City

Upcoming Osaka City Events

Osaka Strawberry Festival 2026

Osaka Strawberry Festival 2026

Mar 13th - Mar 22nd

Get ready to indulge in all things strawberry at the Osaka Strawberry Festival, an event that promises a feast for the senses. This..

¥600
Good Coffee Fest @ Hanshin 2026

Good Coffee Fest @ Hanshin 2026

Mar 17th - Mar 23rd

The Good Coffee Fest is an event that introduces some of Japan's best coffee shops in person, with a variety of brews on offer...

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Where to eat in Osaka City

Strawberry Sweets Buffet 2026

Strawberry Sweets Buffet 2026

Jan 10th - Apr 29th

In Osaka, Hotel Keihan Kyobashi Grande is offering a dedicated way to enjoy the best of strawberry season through their Strawberry..

¥5,500
Valentine's Chocolate Expo 2027

Valentine's Chocolate Expo 2027

Late Jan - Mid Feb

Looking for a gift for that special someone this Valentine's Day? The Hankyu Umeda Main Store is hosting a Valentine's Chocolate..

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Places to stay in Osaka City

Toyoko Inn Osaka Nanba

Toyoko Inn Osaka Nanba

Bonson Lam

This clean simple budget hotel has everything you need to base your stay including free internet breakfast and coin operated laundry..

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About Osaka City

Osaka city needs no introductions. As a major tourist hub in Japan, Osaka rivals Tokyo in terms of attractions and food.

Visitors will be spoilt for choice with Universal Studios Osaka, Osaka Aquarium, and Osaka Castle all vying for their attention. And that is only the tip of the iceberg for an Osaka experience. Shopaholics are in for a treat as Namba’s Shinsaibashi and Dotonburi shopping districts are filled with endless boutiques.

However, Osaka is best known as a gastronomic heaven. Hailed as the food capital of Japan (some say even the world), Osaka serves up delicious takoyaki (octopus in fried batter), okonomiyaki (pan-fried batter cake), and more. There simply is no excuse to go hungry in Osaka.

As with many cities, Osaka’s Umeda Sky Building offers a stunning view from the top – even more so at night when the entire city lights up.

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