Culture Nishi Umeda Candle Days 2026 Early Jun The annual Nishi Umeda Candle Days in the heart of Osaka’s Umeda area combines an evening of candlelit displays and cultural f..
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..
8 Culture Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka Peter Lin Nakanoshima Museum of Art is a contemporary art museum located on Nakanoshima island in Osaka. It houses an extensive collection..
Patina Arrives in Osaka Kim Bergström Jun 2, 2025 Travelers seeking a blend of luxury, culture, and modern design have a new destination to explore with the recent opening of Patina..
Culture “Life Beyond Logic”: Shoji Kawamori Sébastien Raineri I had the chance to meet legendary designer Shoji Kawamori, producer of the "Live Earth Journey" Signature Pavilion at Expo 2025..