https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:49:21 +0000 en-au hourly 1 https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/zeroku-hommachi https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/zeroku-hommachi Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:09:04 +0000 This 110-year-old hang-out was one of the city's earliest rice cracker and ice cream stores — and it's still kicking.

]]> This 110-year-old hang-out was one of the city's earliest rice cracker and ice cream stores — and it's still kicking.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/rikuros-namba https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/cafes/rikuros-namba Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:08:31 +0000 Cheesecake isn't a traditional Japanese food, but Japan does cheesecake better than most. Visit this cosy cafe to see for yourself.

]]> Cheesecake isn't a traditional Japanese food, but Japan does cheesecake better than most. Visit this cosy cafe to see for yourself.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/mozu-tombs https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/mozu-tombs Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:00:29 +0000 Have you seen a megalithic tomb before? This cluster of ancient tombs is flanked by artfully curated Japanese gardens, surprisingly tranquil and beautiful.

]]> Have you seen a megalithic tomb before? This cluster of ancient tombs is flanked by artfully curated Japanese gardens, surprisingly tranquil and beautiful.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/osaka-castle https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/osaka-castle Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:54:55 +0000 An icon of the city, surrounded by a sprawling public park, this castle is a living piece of history.

]]> An icon of the city, surrounded by a sprawling public park, this castle is a living piece of history.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/shitenno-ji-temple https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/shitenno-ji-temple Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:53:22 +0000 One of Japan's oldest temples and an archetypical marvel. If you're lucky, you might just see Buddhist monks praying.

]]> One of Japan's oldest temples and an archetypical marvel. If you're lucky, you might just see Buddhist monks praying.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/sumiyoshi-shrine https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/sumiyoshi-shrine Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:50:49 +0000 A spectacular collection of vermillion buildings, this shrine complex is one of Shintoism's most important destinations.

]]> A spectacular collection of vermillion buildings, this shrine complex is one of Shintoism's most important destinations.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/universal-studios https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/universal-studios Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:49:31 +0000 This mega theme park is home to Harry Potter World, a whole swarm of minions and more attractions than you can point a wand at.

]]> This mega theme park is home to Harry Potter World, a whole swarm of minions and more attractions than you can point a wand at.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/expocity https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/expocity Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:36:16 +0000 Home to endless shopping adventures and stunning panoramic city views and nightscapes, this complex is well worth the visit, no matter your budget.

]]> Home to endless shopping adventures and stunning panoramic city views and nightscapes, this complex is well worth the visit, no matter your budget.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/kaiyukan-aquarium https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/kaiyukan-aquarium Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:30:15 +0000 Officially the world's largest aquarium, this aquatic mega-complex is home to some of the most marvellous sea creatures in the world.

]]> Officially the world's largest aquarium, this aquatic mega-complex is home to some of the most marvellous sea creatures in the world.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/cup-noodles-museum https://concreteplayground.com/osaka/things-to-do/cup-noodles-museum Tue, 19 Dec 2023 03:13:38 +0000 There's a lot more to instant noodles than you'd think. Discover the scientific marvels and delicious innovation behind Japan's favourite snack.

]]> There's a lot more to instant noodles than you'd think. Discover the scientific marvels and delicious innovation behind Japan's favourite snack.

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