Things to Do

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Making a kitchen knife as a traditional craft at Sakai, Osaka - Attaching a handle & sharpening

The Japanese knives from the blacksmithing city Sakai have been attracting attention from all over the world in recent years.

Osaka / Experiences Facilities

Universal Studios Japan

An interactive dive into the world of movies, anime and games from around the world!

Osaka / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

• 22 Jun 2023

  Your trusty guide to smooth, wallet-friendly transportation in Osaka!

  Osaka is the largest city in Kansai and the second-largest in Japan after Tokyo. With so many means of transportation and railway lines, many people may find themselves lost while moving around Osaka Prefecture. In this article, we will explain some key tips to getting around in Osaka so you can get on and see the sights, all the more smoothly.

• 18 Sep 2022

  17 Best things to do in Osaka, Japan

  The metropolis, Osaka, is full of tourist / gourmet spots, it is hard to choose from. Here is our recommendation for first-time visitors to Osaka, a comprehensive list of appealing sight-seeing spots, gourmet eateries, inns, souvenir shops and events.

• 1 Jan 2020

  Best Travel Spot Add-Ons During a Trip to USJ, Osaka

  Universal Studios Japan, or USJ as it’s known more commonly, is the popular theme park in Osaka where guests can dive into the popular worlds of Harry Potter, Mario from Nintendo and more. In this guide, we’ll show you some more travel spots that work as perfect add-ons to your trip to USJ.

Washoku Home Cooking Machiko

"Washoku," Japan’s unique food culture born in close connection with nature

Osaka / Experiences Facilities

• 8 Apr 2021

  Experience Japanese life through washoku cooking!

  In this class, students will make the most popular Osaka gourmet classic, okonomiyaki, and takoyaki. Before starting cooking, your washoku instructor-certified teacher will explain about washoku and give students lessons on Japanese ingredients and the cultures of soup stocks in each region.

Tempozan Ferris wheel

A 15-minute flight that offers a panoramic view of the city of Osaka.

Osaka / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Kaiyukan

One of the world's largest aquariums that will make you want to go back again and again.

Osaka / Zoos & Aquariums

Kuromon Market

Kuromon Market, located in Minami, the heart of Osaka, has a long history of serving Osaka’s food culture and offers a wide variety of seasonal foods.

Osaka / Shopping Streets

Naniwa Kuishinbo Yokocho

From long-established restaurants to famous stores, Osaka gourmet food is here!

Osaka / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Tsutenkaku Tower

A 108-meter high, iconic observation tower in Osaka modeled after the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Now includes the new TOWER SLIDER amusement ride, opened in 2022.

Osaka / Observatories

Aquarium, Zoo and Art Museum

An experimental-based museum where visitors can experience the appeal of living things and nature with a sense of art.

Osaka / Zoos & Aquariums

Hirakata Park

Packed with thrills for all 4 seasons! The long-lived amusement park known by the nickname “Hirapah”

Osaka / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

• 14 Jul 2018

  Have Fun in “The Boon,” the Pool at Hirakata Park in Osaka!

  Osaka’s “Hirakata Park” is a hugely popular theme park with over 40 different attractions. Go have a blast at their summertime pool, “The Boon”! It also makes for a great spot for photos to upload onto social media!

Fish and Eat your Catch of Day at a Fresh Fishing Pond

Fishing at a sea-fishing pond

Osaka / Experiences Facilities

Shinsekai Hon-dori Shopping Street

Specialties in Osaka cluster in this area. Enjoy gourmet food for common people.

Osaka / Shopping Streets

CUPNOODLES MUSEUM OSAKA IKEDA

A hands-on food education museum where you can learn about the history and development of the world's first instant ramen and make your own Cup Noodles.

Osaka / Museums

SpaWorld Onsen from around the World

From Asia to Europe, travel abroad in style with a bath!

Osaka / Hot Springs