osaka

Hiking in Osaka: Minoh Falls

About 30 mins by train from the city center, Minoh Falls is an easy hike from the Mino-O Station. Here, one can immerse themselves in nature with lush green and the fragrant scent of wood. I meet up with my friend Yuki and we hike north towards the waterfall. It takes us about half an …

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Cycling and Bathing in Osaka

Cycling to Osaka Castle “Ooh-Meh-Gu-Loo”, said the Japanese man. Carmen and I repeat, “Ooh-Meh-Gu-Loo”. We are told that there is only one bike left for rental and that would not be enough for the 2 of us. He gives us the big X gesture with his two arms, like this: And advises to go to another …

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Osaka: Dotonburi & Around

Dotonburi Sometimes written as Dotomburi, Dotonburi is the most popular tourist destination in Osaka. It’s a busy place with crazy big signage. Parallel to it is the Dotonburi canal. It’s neat to walk along there, a lot of shops and restaurants. Shinsaibashi Shopping district. Need I say more? Just minutes from Dotonburi. Amerika-mura (aka Ame-mura) Marked by a …

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Tenjin Matsuri Festival in Osaka

The Tenjin Matsuri Festival is the biggest festival in Osaka. The celebrations include a land processio, a boat procession, and then fireworks. After the parade, the participants head to the river and the boat processions continue up the river. For some reason, I think there will be fancy, decorated boats, but there aren’t.

Vegetarian Food in Osaka

For quick meals I buy nigiri sushi (plum or seaweed), inari sushi, or an egg sandwich from convenience stores (konbini) – Lawson, Family Mart, or 7Eleven. Other times, I cook for myself at my AirBNB accommodation. Here are some of the vegetarian meals I had in Osaka. Some restaurants are vegetarian-friendly that offer vegetarian food and are …

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Intro to Osaka

Food Hello Osaka! You are known for good food – for Okononiyaki, Tako-yaki, Kushikatsu, Kaiten-sushi, Kappo-ryori. Unfortunately, this food list is not very vegetarian-friendly. Regrettably, I cannot rave about your most prized feature but I will perhaps feature on the vegetarian food that I have had. Tiff Attractions By this time during my trip, I need …

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