Time Out Osaka news

Dotonbori Crystal Hotel III is currently the only place in Japan to enjoy a spa-like bath in an automated bathing pod

The New Year’s Day sunrise event at Kuchu Teien Observatory is limited to 250 people – tickets go on sale December 12

Usher in 2026 with the first sunrise of the New Year at Harukas 300 and enjoy traditional New Year dishes and activities

Three trains with unique designs inspired by the adventures of Luffy and friends now run on the Sanyo Shinkansen Line

The historical buildings and gardens are open for night visits, featuring projection mapping and light displays by NAKED

Ring in 2026 with a countdown party at one of Japan’s largest light festivals, just a short trip from Osaka

From festive shows and seasonal food to character meet-and-greets, here’s what to see and do at USJ this Christmas

This November at Katsuo-ji, Osaka’s most beautiful temple: autumn leaves as red as the temple's daruma dolls

Reikanji Temple welcomes visitors to see its garden’s stunning autumn foliage for just ten days from November 21

Persistent graffiti not only damages the beauty of this revered bamboo grove but also threatens the health of the plants