3-day Osaka Itinerary
InsideOsaka.com Newsletter
December 2019
In this month's newsletter
Tsuruhashi is the largest Korean neighbourhood in Japan is home to some of the best Korean food eateries and stores in Osaka
Try Takoyaki – golf ball-sized balls of gooey batter studded with octopus and an Osaka must-eat
Our 3-day Osaka itinerary lets you see the best sights efficiently and easily
Very close to Honmachi Station, the Arietta Hotel Osaka is a stylish little boutique business hotel in the mid-range bracket
Korea Town: Tsurushashi
The largest Korean neighbourhood in Japan is home to some of the best Korean food eateries and stores in Osaka. Robert Kodama takes us through the old and new market in search for an authentic Korean experience without the need of purchasing a plane ticket.
(Photo: Korea Town Markets - Tsuruhashi © Robert Kodama)
Best Takoyaki in Osaka
Takoyaki is one of Osaka’s most beloved dishes, and if you’re in Osaka it is a must-eat. Imagine golf ball-sized balls of gooey batter liberally studded with octopus bits – creamy, salty, and savoury all at once.
For even more choices, see our comprehensive Osaka's Best Restaurants guide.
(Photo: Takoyaki Doraku Wanaka © Florentyna Leow)
Osaka 3-Day Itinerary
If you have three days, you can really explore the different districts of Osaka. Our 3-day Osaka itinerary allows you to see the best sights efficiently and easily.
(Photo: Yodo-gawa Rive and Kita Area)
Hotel Highlight: Arietta Hotel Osaka
Very close to Honmachi Station, this stylish little boutique business hotel is a great choice in the mid-range bracket. It’s neat and clean and the management tries hard to please.
(Photo: Arietta Hotel Osaka)
Osaka Vacation Checklist
For all the essentials, see my First Time In Osaka guide
See my one page guide on Where To Stay In Osaka
You can buy a Japan SIM card or an unlimited data pocket wifi router online before you arrive in Japan for collection on arrival
View my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
Save a ton of money with the Japan Rail Pass
Why it's essential to have travel insurance for Japan
Osaka Photo Of The Week
Every week we feature a photo showing off one of Osaka’s many faces.
Visiting Tokyo or Kyoto too?
Don't forget my companion websites InsideKyoto.com and TrulyTokyo.com for in-depth guides to these fascinating cities.
Happy travels!
Chris Rowthorn