A Temple Walk Before the Zoo - Shitennoji in Osaka

A Temple Walk Before the Zoo – Shitennoji in Osaka

Shitennoji was perhaps one of the more impressive “modern” Buddhist temples that I had the chance to visit in Osaka. Okay, it's not really modern … Read more

Malaysia Airlines Business Class Review (MH53 Osaka to Kuala Lumpur)

Malaysia Airlines Business Class Review (MH53 Osaka to Kuala Lumpur)

I recently rode Business Class on a Malaysia Airlines flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur and was left impressed by the experience. After an enjoyable … Read more

Minions, Hogwarts, and Mario - A Full Day at Universal Studios Japan

Minions, Hogwarts, and Mario – A Full Day at Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan is a must-visit if you happen to be in Osaka. No ifs or buts, this theme park is worth every penny regardless … Read more

I Visited Namba Yasaka Shrine in Osaka and Its Giant Lion Head

I Visited Namba Yasaka Shrine in Osaka and Its Giant Lion Head

To say that Namba Yasaka Shrine was one of the most unique shrines I’ve visited is definitely an understatement. Located in Osaka, the shrine doesn’t … Read more

I Went on a Shinsekai Walk in Osaka After Visiting Tsutenkaku Tower

I Went on a Shinsekai Walk in Osaka After Visiting Tsutenkaku Tower

Other than Dotonbori, Shinsekai is another entertainment and dining district in Osaka that’s worth visiting at night. Well, technically you can visit here in the … Read more

Fluffy cat at cat cafe birthday setup

Cats, Manga, and Egg Chairs – An Afternoon at Mocha Cat Cafe

Cat Cafe Mocha Shinsaibashi in Osaka was quite possibly the most relaxing place that I visited in the city. Japan is known for its appreciation … Read more

My Stay at Courtyard by Marriott Osaka Honmachi

My Stay at Courtyard by Marriott Osaka Honmachi

I stayed at the hotel Courtyard by Marriott Osaka Honmachi for two nights when I visited Osaka. The entrance is easy to find and seems … Read more

I Found Great Chinese Food at Kato Hanten Osaka

I Found Great Chinese Food at Kato Hanten Osaka

I always wanted to try Chinese Food at Kato Hanten, because my friend mentioned it to me before. I always forgot the exact restaurant name, … Read more

A Traditional Unagi Bowl at Chikuyotei - Grilled Eel Done Right

A Traditional Unagi Bowl at Chikuyotei – Grilled Eel Done Right

I really had a mind to visit Chikuyotei; always saw it on the Instagram. I stayed at Osaka Excel Hotel Tokyu, and this restaurant is … Read more

A Slow Dotonbori Walk Past the Signs and Crowds in Osaka

A Slow Dotonbori Walk Past the Signs and Crowds in Osaka

The Glico Running Man sign is probably the thing I remember most from my whole walk through Dotonbori. Before coming to Osaka I saw it … Read more

An Escape from Osaka - Skiing at Hakodateyama in Shiga (Less Snow Day)

An Escape from Osaka – Skiing at Hakodateyama in Shiga (Less Snow Day)

I went to Shiga from Osaka, especially for skiing at Hakodateyama, and I have to be honest, the snow state was not great during my … Read more