Umeda is the name of the area surrounding both Umeda Station and Osaka Station. Umeda is considered the transportation hub for sightseeing in the Kansai Region, which includes popular destinations such as Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe.
The 7 Best Beach Destinations to Visit in Japan
Japan is one of the world’s great island destinations, with 14,125 islands and a coastline that ranges from subtropical coral beaches to wild Pacific coves.
That means beach trips in Japan can feel very different depending on where you go. Okinawa is best for clear water and reef life, Yakushima combines beaches with ancient forests, and Tokyo-area beaches are ideal if you want a quick coastal escape without changing your whole itinerary.
Matsuri: The 10 best Japanese summer festivals to visit
Summer is one of the best times to experience matsuri, Japan’s traditional festivals. Across the country, cities and towns fill with lanterns, processions, music, dancing, fireworks, food stalls, and people dressed in yukata.
Obon Festival Guide: Meaning, Traditions and Dates
The Obon festival (お盆, also known as Bon festival) is an annual Japanese holiday that commemorates and remembers deceased ancestors. It is believed that their spirits return at this time to visit their relatives.
Rainy season in Japan: Dates and what to expect
Japan’s rainy season starts in early summer, between May and July, depending on the region. The period is called Tsuyu (also pronounced baiyu) which translates to “plum rain” as the season coincides with the ripening of Japan’s plums.
The wet weather is caused by cold winds from the north colliding wind warm southern winds which create several weeks of rain. The amount of rainfall varies dramatically from year to year. Some years are exceptionally wet whereas other years barely see any rain.
World Expo 2025 Guide: See the Future in Osaka
World expos are global gatherings of nations that take place every 5 years with the aim of finding solutions to current challenges. 2025’s event in Osaka, Japan, marked one of the most ambitious expositions to date.
Held, from April to October 2025, it showcased how new ideas can be used to improve our everyday lives. Under the theme, ‘Designing Future Society for Our Lives’, it included concepts based on technology, sustainability, and creativity.