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Inside Osaka

Your Osaka Travel Guide

 * Osaka Itineraries
 * Osaka Hotels
 * Osaka Ryokan
 * Best Osaka Restaurants
 * Osaka Districts
 * Best Time To Go To Osaka
 * Osaka Map
 * First Time In Osaka
 * Osaka Fall Foliage


YOUR OSAKA TRAVEL GUIDE

Make the most of your trip to Osaka with our comprehensive Osaka itineraries,
our recommendations of the best places to eat in Osaka and rundowns of essential
attractions in each of Osaka's fascinating districts


OSAKA ITINERARIES

Make the most of your time in Osaka with my carefully planned itineraries for
trips from 1 to 5 days. Read More


OSAKA RESTAURANTS

Here is our list of the best restaurants in Osaka, divided by type of cuisine,
with location and price range too. Read More




OSAKA HOTELS

Osaka has great hotels in all budget classes. Here are the best Osaka hotels in
each budget class, all personally inspected. Read More


OSAKA RYOKAN

Osaka has few true ryokan (traditional Japanese inns), so here are our Kyoto and
Nara picks. Read More




FIRST TIME IN OSAKA

Planning a trip to Osaka? This is the place to start. I’ll take you through all
the big questions: When, where, why and how. And, of course, how much. Read More


OSAKA DISTRICTS

Discover the best of Osaka's different areas to decide where you want to
explore. Here's my guide to Osaka's 10 major districts. Read More




THINGS TO DO IN OSAKA

Our comprehensive list of the best things to do in Osaka will help you make the
most of your time in the city. Read More


OSAKA-KYOTO-TOKYO ITINERARIES

Here’s a comprehensive Osaka/Kyoto/Tokyo itinerary that will allow you to see
the best places efficiently and easily. Read More




BEST TIME TO GO TO OSAKA

Discover the best time of year to visit Osaka, get a sense of Osaka weather
month by month, and the dates of Osaka's best festivals. Read More


SIM CARDS IN OSAKA

Yes, you can buy a prepaid data-only SIM cards in Japan. Here are the best
deals, based on actual experiences. Read More




HOW TO GET TO OSAKA

Osaka is served by two airports - Kansai for international flights and Itami for
domestic. Here are all the details. Read More


GETTING AROUND OSAKA

Osaka covers a huge area, but it’s all connected by a superb public transport
system. Here's how to get around the city easily. Read More




EAT LIKE A LOCAL IN OSAKA

Want to eat where Osaka locals actually eat? Then check out our guide to some of
Osaka's best local restaurants. Read More


WHERE TO STAY IN OSAKA

Our guide on where to stay in Osaka to maximise your time. Read More




JAPAN TRAVEL GUIDES

There are several must-see destinations in Japan within easy reach of Osaka.
They all make great additions to any Osaka itinerary. These concise guides
provide details about what to see and do.


KYOTO TRAVEL GUIDE


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Find Kyoto's best attractions on my companion website InsideKyoto.com Read More


TOKYO TRAVEL GUIDE


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Find Tokyo's best attractions on my companion website TrulyTokyo.com Read More


NARA TRAVEL GUIDE


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Nara is a spectacular contrast to Kyoto – and only half an hour away by express
train Read More


KANAZAWA TRAVEL GUIDE


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Sometimes called “Little Kyoto,” Kanazawa is a superb destination in its own
right. Read More


HIROSHIMA AND MIYAJIMA


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Hiroshima and the nearby island of Miyajima provide some of Japan's most
memorable sights
Read More


TAKAYAMA TRAVEL GUIDE


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Takayama is a great stopover between Tokyo and Kyoto with its own distinct
cultural heritage
Read More




WHERE ARE THESE PLACES LOCATED?

See these places on the Inside Osaka Google map:
 * Open the Osaka map
 * You will see the list of places on the left hand side. (Click the 3-line icon
   in the top left corner if not). Scroll down or use the map search (the
   magnifying glass icon) to find the place you want.
 * Click the name of the place in the list. Its location pin will be highlighted
   on the map.
 * Map pins are color coded - BLUE: Hotels / Ryokan / Guesthouses | VIOLET:
   Ryokan | PINK: Places to Eat | GREEN: Shops | YELLOW: Things to See and Do
 * If you’re using the map on your phone, open the map and then search for the
   name of the place. The map will then zoom in on its location.



OSAKA VACATION CHECKLIST

 * For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Osaka guide
 * Check Osaka accommodation availability and pricing on Booking.com – usually
   you can reserve a room with no upfront payment. Pay when you check out. Free
   cancellations too
 * Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Osaka
 * You can buy a Japan SIM card online for collection on arrival at Osaka’s
   Kansai International Airport. Or rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
 * View my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
 * Compare flight prices and timings to find the best Japan flight deals
 * If you’re visiting more than one city, save a ton of money with the Japan
   Rail Pass – here’s why it’s worth it
 * Get a prepaid Icoca card to make travelling around Osaka easy – here’s how
 * World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or
   while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world






OSAKA DISTRICT MAP

Click an Osaka district for detailed info on attractions, places to eat and
accommodation
 * Shin-Osaka Area
 * Kita Area
 * Central Osaka Area
 * Minami Area
 * Tennoji Area
 * Osaka Castle Area
 * Osaka Bay Area

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staging-insideosaka-snippets.kinsta.cloud is an online guide to Osaka written by
Chris Rowthorn, author of Lonely Planet Japan guides, founder of InsideKyoto.com
and TrulyTokyo.com and long-time Japan resident. More about Chris

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JAPAN REOPENS

 * Can I Travel To Japan Now? January 2023 Update
 * Japan Covid Vaccination and Testing Page
 * Japan Mask Rules and Regulations
 * A Guide to the Visit Japan Web app and Japan Entry Procedures

FIRST TIME IN OSAKA

 * First Time In Osaka
 * Packing List For Japan 2023

OSAKA ITINERARIES

 * Osaka Itineraries
 * Must-See Osaka 1-Day Itinerary
 * Osaka 1-Day Itinerary
 * Osaka 1-Day Cherry Blossom Itinerary
 * Osaka 1-Day Itinerary with Children
 * Osaka 2-Day Itinerary with Children
 * 1-Day Osaka Foodie Itinerary
 * Osaka Vegetarian Foodie Itinerary
 * Osaka 2-Day Itinerary
 * Osaka 2-Day Itinerary with Children
 * Osaka 3-Day Itinerary
 * Osaka Shopping Itinerary

JAPAN TRAVEL INSURANCE

 * Why You Need Travel Insurance For Japan

OSAKA-KYOTO-TOKYO ITINERARIES

 * Osaka-Kyoto 1-Week Itinerary
 * Osaka-Kyoto-Tokyo 10-Day Itinerary
 * How To Travel From Kyoto To Osaka
 * How To Travel From Tokyo To Osaka

OSAKA HOTELS

 * Osaka Hotels Overview
 * Where To Stay In Osaka
 * Best Osaka Boutique Hotels
 * Osaka Ryokan
 * Best Osaka Luxury Hotels
 * Best Osaka Mid-Range and Business Hotels
 * Best Osaka Budget Hotels
 * Best Osaka Hotels For Families

OSAKA EATING

 * What To Eat In Osaka
 * Best Osaka Restaurants
 * Eat Like A Local In Osaka
 * Best Curry Rice In Osaka
 * Best French Restaurants In Osaka
 * Best Izakaya In Osaka
 * Best Kaiseki, Kappo and Other Haute Cuisine In Osaka
 * Best Kushikatsu in Osaka
 * Best Okonomiyaki in Osaka
 * Best Ramen In Osaka
 * Best Resutoran-gai in Osaka
 * Best Soba in Osaka
 * Best Sushi In Osaka
 * Best Takoyaki in Osaka
 * Best Tonkatsu in Osaka
 * Best Unagi in Osaka
 * Best Udon in Osaka
 * Best Vegetarian in Osaka
 * Best Yakitori in Osaka

THINGS TO DO IN OSAKA

 * Things To Do In Osaka
 * Osaka Walking Tour
 * Osaka Fall Foliage
 * Osaka Cherry Blossoms – When and Where
 * Osaka with Children
 * Universal Studios Japan Guide
 * UNESCO World Heritage Sites In and Around Osaka
 * Kit Kat Chocolatory
 * Best Osaka Souvenirs
 * Osaka Shopping
 * SIM Cards In Osaka
 * A Taste of Osaka by Bike
 * Den-Den Town Guide
 * Sankyubashi
 * Nakazakicho
 * Tenjinbashi
 * Shinsekai: A Guide To Osaka’s “New World” District
 * Seven Slopes of Tennoji
 * Korea Town (Tsuruhashi)
 * Harukas: Japan’s Tallest Building
 * Osaka’s Streetcars
 * Osaka’s Best Green Spaces
 * Gay and Lesbian Osaka
 * Best Day Trips From Osaka
 * Legoland Japan Guide
 * Nagoya’s SCMAGLEV and Railway Park: A Full Guide

OSAKA DISTRICTS

 * Central Osaka (Honmachi and Around)
 * Eastern Osaka
 * Kita and Umeda Area
 * Minami Area
 * Northern Osaka
 * Osaka Bay Area
 * Osaka Castle Area
 * Shin-Osaka Area
 * Southern Osaka
 * Tennoji and Abeno Area

GETTING AROUND OSAKA

 * Getting Around Osaka
 * How to Get to Osaka and Osaka Airport Transport
 * Prepaid Cards: Icoca, Suica and Pasmo
 * Osaka Subways and Trains
 * Osaka Taxis
 * Osaka Buses

JAPAN ITINERARIES

 * Japan Itineraries Overview
 * 1 Week Japan Itinerary: Tokyo and Kyoto
 * 7 to 10 Day Japan Itinerary: Kyoto, Nara, Osaka and Hiroshima
 * 10 Day Japan Itinerary: Tokyo, Kyoto and Takayama
 * 10 Day Japan Itinerary: Tokyo, Kyoto and Kanazawa
 * 2 Week Japan Itinerary: The Grand Tour
 * Japan Itinerary For Traveling With Children

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