Culture Pinball at The Silver Ball Planet Anonymous An arcade dedicated entirely to pinball celebrates this nostalgic icon of American gaming culture, in the heart of Osaka, Japan
Activities World Daruma Challenge at Katsuo-ji 2025 Apr 13th - Oct 13th 2025 Past Event As Osaka welcomes the world for Expo 2025, Katsuo-ji Temple is launching a unique cultural event to mark the occasion.
Culture Tako-jinja Gary Luscombe Tako-jinja is a small shrine in southern Osaka close to the birthplace of Takamuko-no-Kuromaro.
Transportation On the Slow Boat to China Amber Mezbourian Make the journey as memorable as the destination by taking a ferry between Osaka and Shanghai, giving you time to relax and soak up stunning views of the
15 Culture Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine: Tragic Romance Joe Robinson A shrine for couples in the heart of Osaka
Culture Koinobori Festa 1000 2026 Late Apr - Early May If you’re in the Osaka area, or even Kyoto, and you’re keen to join in on the family fun, Takatsuki hosts a koinobori festa from April 25 - May 5.