The Osaka (大阪) bay area is the spacious area around Osaka’s waterfront where most of Osaka’s harbor business lies. This bay area is mostly made up of man-made islands that are connected via bridges. You can find various important buildings,
Travel Gear – preparing for your Japan trip
So, you have decided that Japan (日本) will be your next travel destination but what travel gear do you actually bring on a trip to Japan? Most of these items are generally useful for most countries, but I’ll throw in
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan – a must-see sight
Osaka’s (大阪) Kaiyukan aquarium is a major attraction of the city and among the largest aquariums in the world. It lies in the Osaka bay area very near to Universal Studios Japan. Kyoto (京都) also has an aquarium that is
Universal Studios Japan – Osaka
Universal Studios Japan is a spacious and popular theme park that lies in the Osaka (大阪) bay area. As the name suggests, its theme consists of various works from the movie producer Universal Studios. Universal Studios Japan first opened its
Osaka Station complex – a city within a city
The Osaka Station complex, also called “Osaka Station city”, consists of multiple buildings around Osaka (大阪) Station in the northern Umeda (梅田, Kita) district. It’s one of the main transportation hubs in the city. Shinkansen (新幹線) do not stop at
Nara National Museum – Nara’s ancient treasures
The Nara National Museum (奈良国立博物館) is yet another sight that can be appreciated in the spacious Nara Park. As an art museum, it displays historical art and sculptures from ancient times. You can find many forms of Buddhist art here
Pocket WiFi and SIM Cards – Internet in Japan
Mobile Internet access is something especially the younger generations are very familiar with and can almost not live without. When you’re in such a unique and new country like Japan (日本), being able to rely on things like Google Maps
Umeda Sky Building – modern Osaka
Umeda (梅田) Sky Building is one of the major symbols of modern Osaka (大阪). It lies in northern Osaka’s Umeda (Kita) district, with its boasting structure being visible from afar. The building consists of two towers that are connected by
Heijo Palace – Nara’s former imperial palace
People know Nara (奈良) as a city full of tradition and ancient culture, on a similar level of Kyoto (京都). From 710-794 in the Nara Period, Nara served as the first proper capital of Japan (日本). As a capital, it
Minoo Park – a highlight just outside of Osaka
Minoo Park (箕面公園) is a picturesque natural area just north of Osaka (大阪). Starting from Osaka’s city center, it is the first big natural attraction you can get to. It’s an especially popular visit in fall, from October to November,