Osaka Castle Part 1
Osaka Castle is the most popular historical sightseeing spot in Osaka. Have you ever been to Osaka and visited Osaka Castle? Many foreign visitors used to visit Osaka Castle before …
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“Hirakata Park” – Amusement Park in Osaka
Many people have fond memories of amusement parks from their childhood. When it comes to amusement parks in the Kansai region, Universal Studios Japan (USJ) is undoubtedly the most popular. …
Must-Go Udon Shops in Osaka
Introduction Osaka is a great diverse city, especially regarding food, it’s the best place in Japan for it. There are various kinds of delicious food which is priced from a …
How to Enjoy Your Spare Time in Kyoto ～Taxis are more than just a means of transportation～
What kind of service do you think of when you hear the word “taxi”? Is it only as a means of transportation? Today I’d like to introduce you to some …
How about taking a break in a rooftop garden, an urban oasis?
What do you do when you are tired of walking around town or shopping and want to kill some time? Do you want to find a stylish cafe in which …
A museum where you can enjoy masterpieces from around the world〜The Otsuka Museum of Art
Do you like art?If so, in Tokushima, Shikoku, there is an art museum where you can enjoy first-class art from around the world. “The Otsuka Museum of Art” has collections …
Love Osaka Konamon Part 2 ~Takoyaki~
Osaka offers tons of delicious foods, especially so-called “Konamon”. I’ve written about another Konamon cuisine, Okonomiyaki, on HTJ before. Love Osaka Konamon ~Okonomiyaki~ Everyone knows that Osaka is famous for …
Treasure Hunting at Flea Markets in Kyoto!
Antiques, ceramics, second-hand kimonos, handicrafts, bonsai (盆栽), and other Japanese things. Are you interested in these kinds of items? Or, are you looking for a kind of unique souvenir from …
Handa Somen〜 Thick, chewy, delicious somen noodles.
Somen is the most representative noodle of summer in Japan. Somen, with its pure white, delicate noodles and refreshing taste, is a typical summer dish in Japan. Japan is home …
Fujiidera City 藤井寺市: My city became a world heritage site finally?
Introduction Today, I’ll be introducing Fujiidera City, where I currently live. The total area of the city is calculated to be about 8.89 ㎢, which is the smallest city in …