The ultimate guide to Japan travel
If you're looking for adult goods in the Kansai area, visit Nobunaga Shoten, which has branches in Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe.
One of the interesting things about Japan are the shotengai—which are a type of single-storied, covered mall. Unlike traditional malls however, some of them run in straight lines for a few city blocks, while others may contain a number of […]
The Man Behind the Ramen Momofuku Ando is worthy of god status. The late Taiwanese-Japanese inventor of instant ramen changed the shape of food for the Japanese and poor students around the world forever! So revolutionary was his work, that the […]
As an homage to conveyor belt sushi, an art project called “Rolling Sushi” is sending giant floats of the good stuff down the Dotonbori River in Osaka. Osaka is the birthplace of kaiten (conveyer belt) sushi and it gained worldwide popularity […]
Note: The Pokemon Expo Gym closed in 2017. November 19, 2015 marked the opening of Lalaport Expocity, a shopping complex built on the grounds of 1970’s Osaka Expo. One of the most awaited attractions there was the Pokemon Expo Gym—just […]
Staying in Kyoto for a few months is great and learning Japanese in Japan sounds amazing. Something you should realize, however, is the fact that Kyoto, Osaka and the rest of the Kansai region have their own dialect known as […]
Suntory's Yamazaki Distillery no longer gives free tours and whisky tastings. So is it still worth visiting?
Interested in some cheap drinks with a side of canned bear meat? Try that and more at mr.kanso, Japan's canned food bar!
Some major festivals worth checking out among the many 2016 Japan summer events being held from July to August. Think lights, dancing and parading.
Day trips perfect for exploring past the ancient city of Kyoto or if you want to go on a cheapo mini holiday.
Bright neon lights, busy streets, famous foods and giant 3D signs—if you recognize any part of Osaka, it's going to be Dotonbori.
Find out what life was like in the Osaka of old with a free workshop hosted by the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living. Apply by Jan 25 to join at no cost.
Visit Koreatown in Osaka or Tokyo for food, shopping and cosmetics!
For a nice cheapo day of retail therapy, try one of these outlet malls in Osaka and let the bargain-hunting begin!
Osaka lives up to its "Japan's Kitchen" reputation with these craft beer bars.
Some of the celebrations that often end in loss of life and limb...
The streets of Shinsekai, Osaka were designed with the future in mind, but are full of the charm of years gone by.
One of Osaka's specialties, head to one of these kushikatsu restaurants for a easy and tasty meal.
May is certainly busy in Japan, with a whole flurry of festivals just in the first weekend for Golden Week! Wherever you are in Japan, you’ll find something to see, be it a samurai procession, a Brazilian Festival or even […]
Mark your calendars for these not-to-be missed firework festivals taking place all over Kansai!
Tens of thousands of fireworks against stunning backdrops—these firework festivals are not to be missed!
Everything you need to know about the Osaka leg of Summer Sonic.
Discover Japan's culinary diversity—one delicious local dish at a time.
What to do on your Japan airport layover? Don't just sit around—try a tour, take a refreshing shower or chow down on some tasty ramen!