Why visit Osaka?
Osaka is Japan's culinary capital and most welcoming city β famous Dotonbori neon district, Osaka Castle, world-class food (takoyaki, okonomiyaki), and easy access to Kyoto and Nara.
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Daily Budget
Budget: $55
Mid-range: $150
Luxury: $380+
Best Time to Visit
March, April, May, September, October, November
Climate
Four seasons β spring (cherry blossoms) and autumn are magical. Summer can be humid.
Visa
GCC nationals need a tourist visa β apply via Japan embassy. Many other nationalities are visa-free.
Full visa guide βTop Things to Do in Osaka
- π―Osaka Castle
- πDotonbori Food Crawl
- π’Universal Studios Japan
- β©οΈDay Trip to Kyoto
- π¦Day Trip to Nara (deer park)
Best Neighbourhoods in Osaka
Dotonbori
iconic
Namba
central
Umeda
modern
Tennoji
historic
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