The JR Kansai Area Pass is a convenient and budget-friendly ticket for exploring western Japan. It provides unlimited travel on JR West trains within the Kansai region, linking must-see destinations such as Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, and Kobe. Here’s what you need to know before you start your journey with the JR Kansai Area Pass. Table […]
Universal Studios Japan (USJ) is a dream destination for kids and kids-at-heart. This world-class theme park in Osaka, the first Universal Studios outside the United States, offers a variety of attractions and events for guests of all ages. USJ is vast, making it a bit overwhelming to navigate. To maximize your time, here’s your ultimate
Picking a top sakura destination in Japan is incredibly difficult due to the vast variety of breathtaking spots, each with its own unique charm and appeal. The sheer diversity of settings—from bustling city parks to tranquil, historical temples—makes it hard to choose just one. However, the team at Lonely Planet have offered Yoshino in Nara
Aloft Osaka DojimaMiyuki Kaneko (Nacasa & Partners) Marriott International today celebrates another milestone in Japan with the opening of the company’s 70th property in the country, Aloft Osaka Dojima. With this opening, Marriott International continues its solid growth in Japan as the hotel chain with the most brand offerings. The company has 70 properties across
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Nestled amidst one of the main city centers in Osaka, buzzing with an attitude that does not always follow the rules, the 288-room Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda officially opens its doors today. As Marriott International’s bold experiential brand, the new hotel features fun, playful and stylish experiences, designed to give guests everything they want and
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Japan’s first Banksy exhibition will be held in 2020! The UK-based anonymous artist, Banksy is famous worldwide for his graffiti street art. He has created quite a few notable artworks with dark humors by his stenciling technique, and his street art works can be spotted at numbers of locations throughout the world. Banksy and his
Summer 2019 at Universal Studios Japan! The best part about Universal Studios Japan is no matter how many times you visit, there’s always something new installed! This summer, you’re guaranteed a soaking good time with all new One Piece Water Parades, Minion fashion shows and for those who love Kpop, they’re even playing BTS songs
