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Club Piccadilly Umeda Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
One of the largest clubs in Osaka, this is a great place for a night out in the city. Check the Club Piccadilly website for details on upcoming events (it's mostly in Japanese, but there's enough Engl
Read MoreConrad Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
With stunning views of Osaka from its rooms, gorgeous spa and wellness facilities, and a fantastic collection of contemporary art incorporated into the hotel decor, the Conrad Osaka holds its own with
Read MoreCourtyard By Marriott Shin Osaka Station
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
The only proper luxury hotel at Shin-Osaka, this fine hotel is great for travellers who intend to use the shinkansen to explore central Japan. Rooms are relatively spacious by Japanese hotel standards
Read MoreCross Hotel Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
For a reasonably-priced, stylish, modern hotel with clean and comfortable rooms, Cross Hotel Osaka is just the ticket. It's great for visitors who want to be near all the action happening in Dotonbori
Read MoreCupnoodles Museum Osaka Ikeda
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
The Cupnoodles Museum Osaka Ikeda is a surprisingly interesting attraction for both adults and children. If you've ever enjoyed a bowl of instant noodles, you'll probably enjoy this museum. ![Cupnood
Read MoreDaiko Sushi Minamiten
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Visiting Shinsekai but not keen on deep-fried food at all the kushikatsu restaurants? Check out Daiko Sushi in Jan Jan Arcade for a cheap and cheerful meal. It's perfect budget traveller fare. ![3 p
Read MoreDen Den Town Guide
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Den-Den Town in Nipponbashi is Osaka's answer to Tokyo's Akihabara. It's the city's electronics, camera, computer, pop culture, games, and anime shopping neighborhood. Make the most of your time here
Read MoreDen Den Town
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Den-Den Town in Nippombashi is Osaka's answer to Tokyo's Akihabara. It's the city's electronics, camera, computer and pop culture shopping neighborhood - and it's just as much of an otaku paradise as
Read MoreDoguyasuji Arcade
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Whether you're a restaurant chef or a home cook, Doguyasuji Arcade is a must-visit for anyone with even the tiniest interest in kitchen tasks. The mind-boggling array of reasonably kitchen tools and c
Read MoreDotombori Imai
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Dotombori can overwhelm with the crowds, chaos, and colours - but classic soba and udon purveyor Imai is a calm refuge right in the middle of the arcade. The noodles are merely average, but the settin
Read MoreDotonbori Hotel
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
This comfortable little hotel with a superb location right in the heart of Dotombori is a great choice for someone who wants to explore Osaka's nightlife. ![Dotonbori Hotel](https://photos.smugmug.co
Read MoreEastern Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
The east side of Osaka Prefecture is home to several worthwhile destinations. Highlights include Hirakata Park, a locally popular amusement park, Konosuke Matsushita Museum, which is dedicated to the
Read MoreEat Like A Local In Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Tired of eating with tourists? Want to eat where Osaka locals actually eat? Then check out our guide to some of Osaka's best local restaurants. ![A white bowl of Witch's Red with ramen egg and extra
Read MoreEki Marche Shin Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
At Shin-Osaka Station and need a last-minute souvenir? If you're inside the ticket gates of JR Shin-Osaka Station, you're in luck - Eki Marche is here to satisfy all your gift shopping and dining need
Read MoreEmperor Nintokus Tomb
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Are you an archeology and early history buff? If so, you might enjoy visiting Emperor Nintoku's Tomb in Sakai. However, if burial mounds aren't your thing, you're better off skipping this attraction.
Read MoreEndo Sushi Kyobashi
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
If you're looking for decent, affordable sushi, Endo Sushi Kyobashi is the place for you. It's a great pitstop if you're travelling between Osaka and Kyoto via Kyobashi Station! ![First plate - seawa
Read MoreExpo 2025 Osaka Guide
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Expo 2025 is a world fair event that will be held in Osaka from April 2025 to October 2025. Few details have been released, but here's what we know so far. We'll add information as we get it. ![View
Read MoreExpo 2025 Osaka Venues Site Guide And Map
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Expo 2025 Osaka will be held on Yumeshima Island in Osaka Bay. We've created a Google map which shows the location of Yumeshima and the proposed locations for all the different pavilions and "worlds
Read MoreFirst Cabin Midosuji Namba
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Curious about capsule hotels but find the idea of one too claustrophobic? Try a cabin instead! The super-central First Cabin Midosuji Namba has compact, comfortable, and reasonably priced cabins - per
Read MoreFirst Time In Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Planning a trip to Osaka? This is the place to start. I'll take you through all the big questions: When, where, why and how. And, of course, how much. ![Osaka Castle in evening](https://photos.smugmu
Read MoreFraser Residence Nankai Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
If a hotel doesn't appeal while you're on holiday, serviced apartments are a fantastic alternative. With spacious, fully-equipped studios and rooms, Fraser Residence Nankai Osaka in Namba is just the
Read MoreFutsu No Shokudo Iwama
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
For cheap and cheerful homestyle Japanese cooking, Futsu no Shokudo Iwama in Namba is the place to go. It's ultra-local and ridiculously good value for money. Just don't sweat the min
Read MoreGetting Around Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Osaka covers a huge area, but it's all connected by a superb public transport system. Here's how to get around the city easily. ![JR Osaka Station](https://photos.smugmug.com/Osaka/Osaka-Categories/
Read MoreGay And Lesbian Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Osaka is a very comfortable and attractive destination for LGBT travelers. Indeed, it's second only to Tokyo as a center for Japan's LGBT community. ![Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome. Photo Credit: Osaze Cuo
Read MoreGinza Kyubey
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
High-end Edomae-style sushi in Osaka? You'd better believe it. At Ginza Kyubey in Imperial Hotel near Tenma, diners get to enjoy some great high-end sushi - with the bonus of a relatively relaxed atmo
Read MoreGrand Front Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
A huge two-part shopping mall north of JR Osaka Station, Grand Front is one of the best one-stop shopping centers in the city. In addition to all the shops, there are plenty of great restaurants. ![G
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