9 Illuminated Underground Malls Takako Sakamoto Strolling around underground malls of Osaka and Hankyu Umeda Department Store concourses after work at Christmas time.
Culture Visiting Osaka Castle Irma Syahriar A visit to Osaka Castle offers a chance to travel back in time and find out more about its historical background.
15 Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine Hannah Sy The Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine is one of Japan's oldest shrines, being the most famous of all Sumiyoshi Shrines. It boasts a unique..
Shopping Wandering Nakazakicho Saskia Gilmour Abound in an assortment of hip cafes, gift stores, and hairdressers, the Nakazakicho reveals the underbelly of Osaka's youth..
Transportation Jetstar's Boeing 787 Dreamliner Saskia Gilmour The Jetstar Boeing 787 Dreamliner integrates the latest in aircraft technology and brings forth a new generation in economy travel...
12 Visit Tennoji Zoo Michelle Montano From hyperactive hyenas to carefree chimpanzees, Tennoji Zoo is a fun place to stop while exploring the urban jungle that is O..
Shopping HEP Five Noro Randria HEP Five is a shopping mall near JR Osaka station. The highlight is a huge Ferris wheel at the top of the mall.