Activities Sakura Bloom at Patina Osaka Kim Bergström Feb 24, 2026 A new spring experience is coming to Patina Osaka as the hotel marks its first cherry blossom season with a special promotion, "SAKURA..
Culture Vermeer Girl with a Pearl Earring Exhibition 2026 Aug 21st - Sep 27th One of the world's most celebrated masterpieces is returning to Japan in summer 2026. Johannes Vermeer's iconic Girl with..
Accommodation Guest House Bear's Moriguchi John Carter Being my first time in the city of Osaka I really wanted to make sure I chose a great place to stay. Not knowing my around, easy..
9 Illuminated Underground Malls Takako Sakamoto Strolling around underground malls of Osaka and Hankyu Umeda Department Store concourses after work at Christmas time.
Culture Visiting Osaka Castle Irma Syahriar A visit to Osaka Castle offers a chance to travel back in time and find out more about its historical background.
15 Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine Hannah Sy The Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine is one of Japan's oldest shrines, being the most famous of all Sumiyoshi Shrines. It boasts a unique..
Shopping Wandering Nakazakicho Saskia Gilmour Abound in an assortment of hip cafes, gift stores, and hairdressers, the Nakazakicho reveals the underbelly of Osaka's youth..