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Fun in The Sun! Top 10 Things to do in Summer in Osaka

Nanba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Summer

When you mention Osaka, many people probably imagine street food like takoyaki and kushikatsu, or sightseeing spots such as Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku. Walking around the Osaka scenery while eating delicious local specialties is just one way to enjoy the city. However, there are many other spots and traditional events to enjoy in Osaka! Today, we would like to introduce 10 cool attractions to enjoy during your summer trip to Osaka. TOP画像：Osaze Cuomo / Shutterstock.com

Visiting Kyoto in Winter: Ultimate Guide to Kyoto Weather in Winter and Clothes You Need!

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Winter
0 Yen Sightseeing! Top 10 Fun & Free Kyoto Spots

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Other Sightseeing
Nara Japan Travel Guide: Top 5 Nara Temples and Shrines in Japan's Ancient City

Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Shrines
Visiting Secret Shiga: Living the Anime Dream on a Merchant Town Boat

Shiga Suburbs Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Osaka Tenjin Festival (Tenjin Matsuri): Guide to Events, Schedule and Access to Japan's Major Festival!

Osaka Castle, Tenmabashi, Kyobashi Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)
Adventure World Japan: Safari Tours and more - nowhere else in Japan can you get this close to pandas and other wildlife!

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Theme Parks

Kyoto Glamping Guide: GRAX in Rurikei Onsen - Lavish BBQ and How Springs in the Utmost Comfort!

kyoto Suburbs Unique Hotels

GRAX PREMIUM CAMP RESORT Kyoto Rurikei is located in Rurikei Onsen in Nantan City, in the central part of Kyoto Prefecture. About an hour's drive from the Kyoto city center, it is acclaimed for providing a relaxing and luxurious glamping experience. We visited it in order to write this report about it.

Ashura and Famous Local Cuisine - A Day of Sightseeing in the Nara Park Area

Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Parks
Japan's Solaniwa Onsen Theme Park Brings the Old Ways of Relaxation & Entertainment into the Modern World

USJ, Nanko Port Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Hotel Sowaka: The Luxury Kyoto Ryokan With Incredible Access to Major Sights!

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Hotels
Ise-Shima Guide: Experience something out of the ordinary at Nemu Resort, surrounded by forest and ocean!

Ise, Toba, Shima Unique Hotels
Things to do on Awaji Island: Enjoy a beach BBQ at Awaji Island’s stylish campsite!

Awaji Island, Maiko Food Entertainment
Best View in Japan?! Abeno Harukas Observatory Overlooks Gorgeous Osaka

Shinsekai, Tennouji, Tsuruhashi Landmarks

Delicious Uji Matcha Sweets from Kyoto that You’ll Want to Tell Everyone About

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Other Cafes and Sweets

Uji, found in Kyoto Prefecture, is a major tea production area in Japan, and Kyoto city, with many historical tea houses, is the king of matcha sweets. We’ve selected a few that you’re sure to remember. They’re so good that after taking one bite you will want to let someone know about it.

Shin-Osaka Attractions: Top 5 Things to See and Do Near Shin-Osaka Station

Shin-Osaka Other Health and Beauty
Kobe Beef in Kobe: 3 Best Restaurants Near Sannomiya Offering Affordably Priced Kobe Beef!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Teppanyaki
Low-Budget Travel! 10 Spots in Osaka You Can Visit For Free!

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Sightseeing
Visiting Lake Biwa: 3 stylish cafés offering dreamy views of the area

Shiga Suburbs Other Restaurants
Lake Biwa Hotels: 5 Top Accommodations and Resorts Near Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture!

Otsu, Kusatsu Hotels
Five Great Osaka Hotels near Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, and Namba!

Nanba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Hotels

Wakayama Guide: 3 cafés with perfect ocean views to visit during your trip to Shirahama!

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Other Cafes and Sweets

Nanki Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture is a tourist area noted for its superb scenery. Domestically it’s dubbed ‘Japan's Waikiki’ because of its beautiful beach. Shirarahama, noted for its white, sandy beaches, is but one of many beautiful sightseeing spots in the area. Here we will introduce some cafés that are perfect spots for taking a break while seeing the sights around Shirahama!

Dotonbori Konamon Museum: Revealing the Sensation of World-Famous Takoyaki in Osaka!

Nanba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Okonomiyaki, Monja & Takoyaki
The Nara Hotel is One for Your Bucket List! Enjoy an Elegant Stay at Nara's Classic Accommodation

Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Hotels
World’s Longest Suspension Bridge! Vibrant views from the Akashi Kaikyo "Bridge World" tour

Himeji, Akashi Landmarks
Wakayama Guide: Visit the land of gods on a journey to Kumano Sanzan

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Shrines
See the Influence of the West Live in Action in Osaka's Incredible Public Hall

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Architecture
Kyoto Dining Guide: Ichi no Hunairi – Unique, Beautiful Kyoto-style Chinese cuisine along the Takase River

kyoto Suburbs Other Chinese Food

KANSAI ONE PASS: Explore Osaka and the Whole Kansai Region with Just This Card and a Phone!

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Sightseeing

While you may not know the word “Kansai”, you’ve definitely heard of Osaka and Kyoto. Kansai is simply the region you can find them in! And if you’re planning to head there, you definitely need to know about the KANSAI ONE PASS, a transportation IC card specifically designed for international visitors to Japan. This pass is a super-convenient, card-type ticket that allows you to ride the JR lines, subways, private railways, buses, and almost any other type of transportation servicing the Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe Regions. There are plenty of perks that come with having the pass. ©Tezuka Production