Upon arriving at the “Swissotel Nankai Namba” hotel located in Osaka Namba, we decided to drop off our luggage first. It was still early for check-in. After having breakfast in Kyoto and moving to Osaka, we stored our luggage at the hotel, and it was time for lunch. While searching for nearby dining options, we settled on having our meal ...
For the final night of our family trip from Kyoto to Osaka, we stayed at the “Swissotel Nankai Osaka,” located near Osaka Namba Station. Swissotel is a luxury hotel found in major cities worldwide, known for its upscale atmosphere. As a 5-star hotel, Swissotel boasts clean facilities and excellent service. To conclude our journey on a high note, we decided ...
On the third day of our journey through the Kansai region of Japan, we concluded our two-night stay in Kyoto and headed to the Osaka area. The final night’s reservation was made at a hotel in Osaka Namba, which prompted us to check out of the Kyoto hotel and walk to Kyoto Station. “How to Travel from Kyoto Station to ...
Upon arriving at Kansai International Airport, my first priority was to prepare for the journey to Kyoto. As Kyoto was the initial destination of this trip, it was only natural to make arrangements to travel from Kansai International Airport to Kyoto. Among the various transportation options available, I chose to use the “Haruka” train. The Haruka train is an express ...
When planning an overseas trip, one inevitable consideration is mobile phone and internet usage. While phone usage might not pose a significant concern, a lack of internet connectivity can indeed cause inconvenience during travel. Typically, there are three ways to address this concern, and detailed information can be found by clicking the link below: “Japan Pocket WiFi – Global WiFi” ...
For this Japan Kansai region trip, we chose “Eastar Jet” as our airline. I hadn’t used Eastar Jet since a long time ago when I traveled to Jeju Island, but this time, the opportunity arose. Eastar Jet reportedly suffered significant economic losses due to the recent impact of COVID-19. The demand for travel plummeted rapidly after the spread of COVID-19, ...
In anticipation of the Chuseok holiday, my family and I decided to travel to the Kansai region in Japan, specifically Osaka and Kyoto. However, considering the likelihood of many people traveling overseas during the Chuseok holiday, we opted to embark on our journey a week earlier. We planned to spend three nights and four days exploring Osaka and Kyoto as ...
Utilizing the Chuseok holiday, I traveled to the Kansai region of Japan. This trip took place from September 28 to October 2, lasting 4 nights and 5 days. I spent 2 nights in Osaka and another 2 nights in Kyoto, concluding the journey. Due to Typhoon Jebi hitting the Osaka area, there was a day when I had to stay ...
The time has come to conclude my 4-night, 5-day journey to the Kansai region of Japan. Reflecting on the Osaka and Kyoto areas, facing Typhoon Jebi in between, it’s already time to finish the trip and head back. After purchasing some small souvenirs at Doguyasuji Shopping Street, I boarded the Rapi:t train at Namba Station, heading to Kansai Airport. “Departure ...
In Japan, places embodying subcultures, often referred to as “otaku culture,” can easily be found. While Tokyo has the famous Akihabara, Osaka boasts its counterpart known as “Den Den Town.” Akihabara: Tokyo’s Subculture Haven: “Osaka, Subculture Hub, Den Den Town” Osaka’s Den Den Town bears a striking resemblance to Tokyo’s Akihabara. Both areas initially started as electronic shopping districts but ...
In the Osaka region, there are several particularly famous foods, and among them, “Okonomiyaki” and “Takoyaki” stand out as must-try dishes in the Dotonbori area. During this trip, I had the chance to enjoy Takoyaki in the Shinsekai area, but it was only on the last day of the journey that I discovered I hadn’t tried Okonomiyaki yet. “Chibo”: Okonomiyaki ...
Just as you can find “Nishiki Market” in Kyoto, nicknamed the kitchen of Kyoto, in Osaka, you can explore “Kuromon Ichiba Market,” often referred to as the kitchen of Osaka. This market is situated in the southern central area of Osaka, near Namba, within walking distance from Namba Station and close to Dotonbori. Variety of Tastes at Kuromon Ichiba Market ...