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Osaka Travel Guide
Minami in Osaka
The people of Osaka are fond of challenging the perceived Tokyo supremacy, believing that despite its position as a globally renowned city, Osaka is actually Japan’s best city. Nowhere is this belief better encapsulated than in Minami, Osaka’s premier shopping, dining, and nightlife area. Rivalling Shinjuku and Shibuya for its abundance of neon, Minami is... Read More
How To Get From Osaka to Nara
Though Osaka may not be quite as popular as Tokyo in terms of mega-cities, and Nara is not as often-visited as Kyoto in terms of traditional culture, the journey between the two is still a very well-traveled one. Many visitors will opt to spend considerable time in Japan’s counter-cultural home of Osaka and take the... Read More
How To Get From Osaka to Tokyo
Getting from Osaka to Tokyo is one of the most searched for journeys for visitors to Japan. There are some incredibly diverse journeys listed below with prices varying between ¥3,000 and ¥20,000 and travel time between 2,5 hours and 10 hours. Therefore, read carefully and choose the best option to suit your travel needs. Bus... Read More
24 hours in Osaka
Spending 24 hours in Osaka, the third largest city in Japan is rather unique. Osaka boasts a distinct personality that sets itself apart from nearby Tokyo and Kyoto. Osaka may not be the most picturesque city but this is made up by its colourful décor and fantastic foodie scene. Osaka is famous for cooking up great... Read More
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle is situated amongst the bright city lights of Osaka; a stunning structure where Japan’s regal past sits together with its impressive city skyscrapers. Osaka Castle was originally built under Toyotomi rule and is steeped in a regal past. Beyond the grandeur of the castle itself, guests can also enjoy the garden which is... Read More
Osaka
Osaka is missed from the itineraries of many visitors to Japan who instead opt for what they think is a more culturally historic city in Kyoto and a more exciting one in Tokyo. As those from the area will no doubt tell you, Osaka can be lighter on the wallet than Tokyo but heavier on the... Read More
