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What to Do in Osaka & Kyoto in December 2024: Christmas, New Year's Countdown, Seasonal Festivities & More
16 Popular Apartment Hotels in Osaka: Perfect for Families and Travelling with Kids - Fall in Love After One Stay!
Visiting Kyoto in Winter: What to Pack and Wear to Avoid Becoming Chilled to the Bone!
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Explore the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo
Osaka in Winter (Dec/Jan/Feb): Weather, What to Wear for Adults and Kids, and Attractions
Wakakusa Yamayaki: Nara's Breathtaking Mountain Burning Festival in January 2025
Top 10 Winter Illuminations in Kansai (2024-2025): Enjoy A World Where Everything Glitters

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16 Popular Apartment Hotels in Osaka: Perfect for Families and Travelling with Kids - Fall in Love After One Stay!

Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Apartments/Serviced Apartments

Looking for family-friendly accommodations in Osaka that feel just like home? We've rounded up 16 popular apartment-style hotels perfect for travelers with kids. These spacious stays offer kitchens with cooking utensils, laundry facilities, and even balconies—everything you need for a comfortable and convenient trip. With glowing reviews on booking sites, these hotels are a hit with families. Let's explore these comfortable accommodations! Photos: Booking.com (MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi WEST / Citadines Namba Osaka / Minn Nishiumeda / Osaka Minami-Kaiyukan Tennouji International Apartment)

Visiting Kyoto on a Weekend or Holiday? Smoothly Visit Kyoto’s Kiyomizu-dera & Ginkaku- ji Temples on the New Sightseeing Limited Express Bus

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Adventure Activities Sponsor Content
Top 10 Winter Illuminations in Kansai (2024-2025): Enjoy A World Where Everything Glitters

Arashiyama, Uzumasa Winter
Koyasan Itinerary: Two Days in Japan’s Spiritual Center

Wakayama, Koyasan Historical Places
Temple Stays in Japan: Here's What to Expect at a "Shukubo" Firsthand

Wakayama, Koyasan Other Accommodations
Explore Koyasan: A Guide to Wakayama's Sacred Mountains

Wakayama, Koyasan Historical Places
Two-day Road Trip for Shiga and Kyoto: See Gorgeous Fall Colors Around Japan’s Largest Lake!

Hikone, Nagahama Autumn
OMO Kansai Airport Review: Great Stay for Food, Fun, and Relaxation

Kansai Airport Hotels

What to Do in Osaka & Kyoto in December 2024: Christmas, New Year's Countdown, Seasonal Festivities & More

USJ, Nanko Port Winter

December in the Kansai area offers a spectacular lineup of events perfect for wrapping up the year. From Christmas festivities at popular theme parks to ever-evolving illumination displays and New Year’s Eve countdowns, there’s something for everyone. The Kyoto and Nara areas are also home to many temples where you can take part in ringing the joyanokane (New Year's Eve bell). Why not give it a try? This page contains promotions

10 Family-Friendly Ryokans in Kyoto for an Unforgettable Holiday

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Ryokan
Kyoto Station 2025 Survey: The Top 18 Popular Kyoto Souvenirs

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Gift Shops
Top 20 Recommended Souvenirs to Buy in Osaka (2025 Edition)

Shin-Osaka Gift Shops
Explore Autumn in Hyogo Prefecture: Two-Day Road Trip to See Stunning Foliage and Top Attractions

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Castles
What to Do in Osaka & Kyoto in November: Top Events, Festivals, Fall Foliage & Illuminations

USJ, Nanko Port Autumn
What to Do in Osaka & Kyoto in October: Events, Festivals, Halloween Fun & More

USJ, Nanko Port Autumn

15 Recommended Places to Stay in Umeda for 2024: Hot Picks for Hotels and Apartments For Every Traveler

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Hotels

Osaka's Umeda neighborhood is a bustling area with popular shopping destinations and easy access to public transport. It serves as a hub for express buses and provides convenient travel within Osaka and nearby cities like Kyoto and Kobe. Additionally, direct trains like HARUKA and Kanku Rapid offer a seamless journey to Kansai International Airport. Umeda is a 5-star choice for accommodation in Osaka with 15 outstanding options showcased here, including new openings in 2023 and 2024. Main image: Booking.com, prtimes

13 Popular Yakiniku Chains in Japan With All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu Beef

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Yakiniku
19 Best Things to Do in Kobe: Attractions, Fun Tours & More

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Downtown
10 Hotels in Osaka: Recommended Places to Stay Near Sightseeing Areas

Osaka Castle, Tenmabashi, Kyobashi Hotels
Top 10 Foods You Can Buy in an Osaka Supermarket: Take Home Dishes Loved by Locals as a Souvenir!

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Grocery Stores
3 Traditional Ryokan in Nara - Enjoy Natural Hot Springs and Gorgeous Scenery

Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Ryokan
Kyoto Guide: 5 Best Popular Spots for Sightseeing Near Nijo Castle

Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace Other Sightseeing

Enjoy a Deeper Connection to Japan With Fascinating Cultural Experiences in Kyoto and Osaka

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Culture Experience

There are many ways in which you can take part in carefully curated Japanese cultural experiences while visiting Kyoto and Osaka. If you’re looking to uncover a more meaningful side to Japan while traveling through Kansai, we’ll tell you how. (This article contains promotional information.)

Local Specialties & Restaurants in Kinosaki Onsen: A Food Lover's Guide to Sea and Mountain Delicacies

Kinosaki Onsen
15 Must-Try Kobe Restaurants: Delicious Picks From Kobe Beef to Tapas, Desserts & Cafés

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Other Restaurants
Kyoto's Must-See Scenic Beauty! Travel Guide to Miyama Kayabuki-no-Sato, Miyama Town

kyoto Suburbs Villages
Miyama Futon & Breakfast: Experience Life in a Kayabuki Minka at a 150-Year-Old National Cultural Asset

kyoto Suburbs Unique Hotels
3 Legendary Zenzai Shops in Osaka: Enjoy Traditional Japanese Red Bean Soup with Mochi!

Osaka Suburbs Other Japanese Food
Japan's Ama Divers: An Afternoon With Mie’s Famous Free-Diving Mermaids!

Mie Suburbs Other Activities

15 Attractions & Things To Do In Arashiyama For First-Time Visitors

Arashiyama, Uzumasa Other Architecture

There are so many things to do in Arashiyama, Kyoto's popular tourist area! From snapping selfies on the Togetsukyo Bridge stretching over the Oi River, exploring the footpaths immersed in the lush Bamboo Forest, and riding the Sagano Romantic Train, here are 15 fun things to do in Arashiyama that you won't want to miss!