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Low-Budget Travel! 10 Spots in Osaka You Can Visit For Free!

Is it possible to have fun for free? Well, in Osaka it certainly is! In Osaka, there are 10 spots where you can do just that.

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VIDEO| Virtual Vacation: Osaka, Japan

Osaka has plenty of culture, shopping, activities and food, which make it a great place for a quick getaway.

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6 majestic Japanese castles you should visit when we can travel again

Japan is home to many majestic castles. They are symbols of the country’s history, culture and pride.

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Japan’s prime minister says he’ll declare monthlong state of emergency as coronavirus cases climb

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan said Monday he will declare a monthlong state of emergency for several prefectures amid a surge of coronavirus cases in the nation’s capital.

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Avril Lavigne Head Above Water World Tour 2020 Japan

The Canadian pop-punk queen is back. Avril Lavigne is returning to Japan after a five-year absence due to her battle with Lyme disease.

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Katsuo-ji Temple - Osaka's well-kept secret

You see, Osaka leaves an impression of this contemporary, vibrant and a bit boisterous city. It has a reputation for being a food mecca and entertainment central with tons of great restaurants and the famous Universal Studios attracting lots of crowds.

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Nostalgic Nakazakicho: Osaka’s hipster heaven

Teacup rings, organic granola, water-pipe art installations, and a doll café are just a few of the many weird and wonderful things that await visitors in Osaka’s Nakazakicho neighborhood. Nicknamed “retro town,” the network of backstreets, row houses, and tunnels in Kita-Umeda is home to over 100 independent cafés, galleries, and variety shops...