As the capital of Japan’s Kansai region, Osaka has much to offer its 2.6 million residents, from a rich history to Blade Runner cityscapes, not to mention countless culinary offerings that have ...

From Dotonbori to an Umeda spot near Osaka Station, our street food guide takes you to the city's most authentic and creative octopus balls ...

Ask most people where they want to go in Japan, and they’ll likely reply without a moment’s hesitation – “Tokyo, duh.” Romantic Kyoto may come a close second, or tropical Okinawa, but the Japan bucket ...

The Ritz-Carlton Osaka in the busy Umeda district is opulent, while the tranquil Kyoto property reflects the vibe of Japan’s cultural capital.

It’s taken some time but Osaka, gateway to Japan’s Kansai region, has moved well out of Tokyo’s long shadow. Today, Japan’s third-largest city is one of Asia’s top urban travel destinations and ...

Summer in Japan means traditional festivals, yukata (light, casual summer kimono) and street performances. And you can enjoy them all in Osaka’s bustling Umeda district, home to the city’s main ...

Apple has announced that a new retail store, Apple Umeda, will open on July 26, at the Grand Front shopping complex in Osaka, Japan. To celebrate the occasion, Apple has shared a wallpaper (pictured) ...

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