Time Out Osaka news

All you need to know about the latest forecast plus sakura events and illuminations in Osaka, Kyoto and other Kansai cities

This spring, go see a 1,000 year-old sakura tree, a castle surrounded by cherry blossoms, a riverside carnival and more

Plan your spring trip with the official 2026 sakura forecast, as Kansai is expected to see early flowering and full bloom

Japan’s street food capital makes its first-ever appearance on Time Out’s coveted 50 Best Cities list, ranking 39th in the world

Celebrate with us on March 21 and you’ll party with top DJs, enjoy special menus and even stand to win a free hotel stay

Meets Arashiyama Project brings cultural events and illumination to Kyoto’s most popular riverside destination this month

Attention denimheads – you can now shop for reasonably priced artisanal jeans in Umeda

For one week only, the 171-step Grand Staircase at Kyoto Station will become a massive screen for you to play Tetris

Under the new dual pricing system effective March 1, Himeji Castle is now the most expensive castle to visit in Japan

The stylish coffee shop and roaster in the understated Kyomachibori neighbourhood is known for its competition-level beans