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Hotel Mystays Premier Dojima
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Located 10 minutes on foot from JR Osaka Station, Hotel MyStays Premier Dojima offers well-outfitted rooms that are larger than average for Japan. Being surrounded by a plethora of interesting restaur
Read MoreHotel Mystays Sakaisuji Honmachi
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
For business travellers seeking a decent hotel in Osaka, you can't really go wrong with Hotel MyStays Sakaisuji Honmachi. Rooms here are modern and functional. , the Hotel Nikko Osaka is a fantastic hotel. Considering the style and service, the rooms her
Read MoreHotel Royal Classic Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
This mid-budget hotel occupies one of the most convenient locations in the Minami district of Osaka. It's very close to Namba Station, which offers direct express trains to/from Kansai International A
Read MoreHotel Sunroute Osaka Namba
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Located just a short walk from Nippombashi Station, Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka Namba is a no-frills hotel offering everything you need in a small and efficient package. If you know the chain, you know
Read MoreHotel The Grandee
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
A charming mid-range boutique hotel located near Shinsaibashi, Hotel the Grandee offers spacious, tastefully decorated rooms in the heart of the city. A free drink every evening at the hotel lounge do
Read MoreHotel The Leben Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
The Leben is an excellent and well-run hotel on the edge of the desirable Shinsaibashi district of Osaka. It's one of those places that gets everything right and the prices are extremely reasonable gi
Read MoreHotel The Lutheran
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Situated just a minute's walk from Tanimachi-Yonchome Station, Hotel the Lutheran is a good and inexpensive pick for those wanting to visit Osaka Castle. Rooms are larger than average for Japan! It's
Read MoreHotel Universal Port
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
If you're visiting Universal Studios Japan and want to be close to the park for a reasonable price, Hotel Universal Port is a great choice, especially if you're travelling with kids. It's non-smoking
Read MoreHotel Vischio Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
The Vischio Osaka is a solid hotel a short walk from Osaka Station that offers comfortable rooms for rates that sometimes dip into the budget range. It's a solid value and the location is hard to beat
Read MoreHotel Wbf Art Stay Osaka Namba
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
KOKO HOTEL Osaka Namba (formerly Hotel WBF Art Stay Osaka Namba) isn't your run-of-the-mill, conventionally designed hotel. This hotel in Minami features cozy, compact rooms covered with adorable chil
Read MoreHow To Get Tickets For Expo 2025 Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Ticket sales are now available for Expo 2025 Osaka through the official Expo Osaka website. . There's also the private Keihan Line (51 minutes, ¥410) and Hankyu Line (44 minutes, ¥400). ![Shinkans
Read MoreHow To See Sumo In Osaka Or Kyoto
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
If you're going to be in Japan in mid- to late March, you can see sumo in Osaka. Buying tickets in advance is difficult, but you can wake up early and buy same-day tickets at the stadium. Here's how.
Read MoreHow To Travel From Tokyo To Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
It's very easy to travel between Tokyo and Osaka. The shinkansen (bullet train) takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes and costs ¥13,620. Read on for full details. ![Shinkansen bullet train at Tokyo Sta
Read MoreHozenji Yokocho
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
For a magical Edo-period atmosphere, you can't beat Hozenji Yokocho, one of the most beautiful alleyways in all of Osaka. Check out this street for the gorgeous moss-covered statue before ducking into
Read MoreIchiran Dotombori
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Ichiran in Dotombori is the quintessential solo ramen dining experience. And if you like personalized tonkotsu ramen, this is the place for you. The only downside is the queues - if you don't want to
Read MoreImperial Hotel Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Located along the Okawa River, Imperial Hotel Osaka is a classy hotel with spacious rooms, great views, and top-notch restaurants. If you're visiting during cherry blossom season, you'll be treated to
Read MoreInsiders Guide To Osaka Okonomiyaki Restaurants
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
This savory griddle cake is easily one of the city's most iconic dishes, with countless variations and twists -- and more good places to try it than there are days in the year. ![Collage of four diff
Read MoreIntercontinental Osaka
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Only a 5-minute walk from JR Osaka Station, the InterContinental is a superb luxury hotel. You wouldn't expect anything less from this international 5-star chain! Some of the rooms offer breathtaking
Read MoreJapan Covid Vaccination And Testing Page
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Last Update: April 29, 2023On April 29, 2023, the Japanese g
Read MoreJapan Mask Rules And Regulations
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
On March 13, Japan dropped the indoor masking recommendation. So, you no
Read MoreJapan Rail Pass How To Buy Online
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Prices of the Japan Rail Pass increased by about 70% on October 1, 2023. With this price rise, the Japan Rail Pass will not save most travelers money and you'll do better with individual tickets. Here
Read MoreJapan Rail Pass Is It Worth It
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
Prices of the Japan Rail Pass increased by about 70% on October 1, 2023. With this price rise, the Japan Rail Pass will not save most travelers money and you'll do better with individual tickets. Here
Read MoreJapan Travel Consulting
- Osaka
- 30 Jun, 2025
If you'd like a Japan expert to help plan your Japan trip or answer your questions about Japan, contact Japan Travel Consulting (JTC). JTC is a team of Japan travel experts who can assist you by email
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