Culture Osaka Strawberry Festival 2026 Mid - Late Mar Get ready to indulge in all things strawberry at the Osaka Strawberry Festival, an event that promises a feast for the senses. This..
Culture Historic Nara Sites Aim to Join UNESCO List Kim Bergström Jan 29, 2025 In an exciting development, Japan has officially recommended the ancient capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara (located in present-day..
Culture Osaka E-Pass Tiffany Aguilar The Osaka e-Pass is a convenient and cost effective way to knock out all of the city’s popular sightseeing spots during your s..
Transportation Yumeshima Station Kim Bergström Opened on January 19th, Yumeshima Station is poised to play a pivotal role as a primary entry point for the Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai..
Activities Kobe Marathon 2025 Sunday - Nov 16th Fun fact: Kobe is the birthplace of marathon racing in Japan, hosting the country’s first-ever marathon back in 1909. Today, t..
Culture Kobe Umi no Bon Odori 2025 Saturday - Aug 16th Get ready for a summer night of dance, food, and community at the Kobe Umi no Bon Odori, which takes place around mid-August a..
Activities One Piece Premier Summer 2025 Jul 1st - Oct 6th Universal Studios Japan is once again bringing the world of One Piece to life with the return of the popular seasonal event, One..
Food 70 Nations, One Amazing Meal Sébastien Duval With cuisines from 70 countries on its sensational 135-meter-long revolving belt, Kura Sushi Osaka-Kansai Expo restaurant is certainly..