Discover the top things to do in Osaka, a port/commercial hub in Kansai. Explore Osaka Castle, USJ, the Kaiyukan aquarium, and Minoo Park, or Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi and Tenjinbashi-suji—Japan's longest shopping street—to try local Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki.

Dotonbori, located along the canal of the same name, is a street in the Namba district of Osaka’s Chuo ward that epitomizes the city’s nightlife. The colorful area is an explosion of neon lights, mouth watering street food, retro vibes, clubs, stores, and bars.

Places include Namba, Osaka's "South" center, an entertainment and shopping district, as well as Dotonbori canal, a major tourist attraction that's lit by hundreds of neon lights. Last but not least, the area around Umeda and Osaka train stations.

Osaka Castle (大阪城, Ōsakajō) is one of Japan's most famous landmarks and has a 50 meter high observatory with city views.

The Osaka Kaiyukan is Japan’s largest aquarium and holds over 30,000 animals covering 620 species. Inside the aquarium, you’ll find whale sharks, penguins, otters, dolphins, touch tanks, and more.

Sakai is a bustling city in Osaka prefecture brimming with scenic parks, keyhole-shaped burial mounds, and temples. Just under an hour away from Osaka city, Sakai, also well-known for its quality knives, is perfect for visitors as its attractions are relatively close to each other.

Jan 26, 2023 · Japan has hosted two historical World Expos — Expo 1970 in Osaka and Expo 2005 in Aichi — and will be hosting a third World Expo, with the venue returning to Osaka. The Expo is scheduled to take place in Yumeshima, an artificial island located on …

Aug 28, 2013 · JR Osaka is biggest station in Kansai, and with over 2 million passengers using the Railway and Subway stations in the Umeda/ Osaka complex, it is also one of the busiest stations in the world. So if you are meeting someone here, be really clear where you want to meet, in case either of you get lost.

Discover the diversity on offer in Japan's Kansai region, from vibrant festivals to regional foods spanning Osaka, Kyoto, Shiga, Mie, Hyogo, Nara and Wakayama prefectures.

Dec 1, 2024 · Find upcoming events and things to do in Osaka, including festivals, exclusive exhibitions and cool gatherings – check out our events listings calendar for more information on what's near you and what's coming up each weekend.