Umeda (梅田), or Kita (北, lit. „North“) is Osaka‘s (大阪) northern downtown city center. It evolves around the two big central train stations JR Osaka Station and Umeda Station. JR Osaka Station, or the nearby Shin-Osaka Station, are most likely
Nara Deer Park
After Todaiji (東大寺), Nara Park is most likely the first thing you will find about Nara (奈良). Funnily enough, Todaiji Temple is located inside of the park, so they’re often mentioned together. Nara Deer Park is Nara’s most vibrant and
Namba (Minami) – Osaka’s Southern Downtown
Namba, or Minami (lit. South, 南), is Osaka’s (大阪) southern city center and home to the city’s most vibrant entertainment and shopping areas. People almost always refer this southern downtown as “Namba” as it evolves around the big, central Namba
Horyuji Temple – Nara
After writing about the famous Todaiji Temple (東大寺) last time, let me introduce you to another wonderful and incredibly old temple in Nara (奈良). Horyuji Temple is as ancient as it gets: It houses the world’s oldest surviving wooden structures. They
Dotonbori district in Osaka
Dotonbori is one of Osaka’s (大阪) most popular and appreciated entertainment and dining districts. It is located within the southern Downtown called Namba. The district is home to an abundance of restaurants for all budgets, all delivering quality food. Osaka,
Todaiji Temple – Nara
Todaiji Temple (東大寺) is Nara’s (奈良) most impressive landmark. It’s a giant wooden temple, the main hall spanning over 50 meters in every direction, making it the world’s largest building made out of wood entirely. Inside the Daibutsuden (大仏殿), the
Osaka Castle – a historic treasure
Osaka (大阪) Castle is arguably the most famous castle in all of Japan (日本). Understandably so, as it looks absolutely amazing. Unfortunately, the castle is not in its original form from the 16th century as it was destroyed throughout history.
Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
Cherry Blossoms, or Sakura (桜), are one of the most important symbolic treasures of Japan (日本). It’s one of the first things many people think of when asked about Japan. The country has been celebrating the sakura flower since ancient
Nara Travel Guide – things to do and see
Nara (奈良) is one of the main touristic destinations in the Kansai (関西) region. It lies in Eastern direction and can be reached within an hour from both Kyoto (京都) and Osaka (大阪). Nara is in many points similar to
Osaka Travel Guide – things to do and see
Osaka (大阪) is Japan’s (日本) third largest city and also the capital of the same named prefecture. It is a modern city that stands in contrast to the still traditional feel of neighboring Kyoto (京都). Due to its size and