We had such a great time in Osaka from March 28 to 30, 2023! Explored it more this time beyond Dotonbori and Kuromon Market, and skipping Universal Studios altogether to have more time to explore the city.
– Gyukatsu Motomura, Namba
– World’s Second Best Melon Pan, Dotonbori
– Strawberry desserts (mochi, shortcake or Christmas cake)
– Visited Sakuranomiya Park
– Hanami (picnic under cherry blossoms or sakura) at Osaka Castle Park
– Osaka Castle*
– Okawa River Cruise*
– Takoyaki Market, Hep Five mall
– Umeda Sky Building*
– Daruma Kushikatsu, Shinsekai
– Kukuru Takoyaki, 10-Yen Pancake, Dotonbori
– Namba Yasaka Shrine
– Fresh strawberries, Kobe beef, gelato, souvenir shopping at Kurumon Market
*Included in Osaka Amazing Pass
Immensely enjoyed this leg of the trip and I definitely felt I’ve experienced more of the local side of Osaka and Japan.
Up next: Kyoto!
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