Things to Do - Osaka - Museums

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

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Osaka Science Museum

A museum where you can feel closer to science through hands-on experiences and shows.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

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THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA

Japan’s national sport becomes entertainment! A new-style show hall where you can experience the excitement of sumo.

Sakai

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Sakai Denshokan

A place where you can experience the appeal of the traditional industries nurtured in Sakai, a city known for craftsmanship.

Tennoji, Shinsekai

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Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts

A historic museum with a collection of Approx. 8,700 works, including National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.

Osaka Port, Bay Area

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Okashi Museum Tempozan

A hands-on museum where sweets from across Japan come together in one place.

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A Complete Guide to Okashi Museum Tempozan: Get Sweets and Dagashi from All Over Japan!

Kids and adults alike love sweets. Why are people of every age, gender, and nationality drawn to them? Sweets have always been close to our daily lives, quietly staying with us through every stage. Dagashi we picked out at the corner candy store after school, clutching a few coins. Snacks chosen under the school rule of “up to 300 yen” for field trips. Treats received as souvenirs or small gifts. Every one of them-along with its flavor, aroma, texture, and even packaging-stays in our hearts for a long time.

Tondabayashi, Kawachinagano

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Osaka Prefectural Sayamaike Museum

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Displays valuable historical materials related to Sayamaike, Japan’s oldest dam-style reservoir.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

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Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum

An immersive journey into the world of Koji Kinutani, experienced through 3D and VR.

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[Umeda Sky Building Visitor Guide] Enjoy a Special Experience with Spectacular Views of Osaka

Umeda Sky Building is a popular scenic spot where you can take in beautiful panoramic views of Osaka. As one of Umeda’s best-known landmarks, many people may know the name, but fewer know exactly what you can enjoy there. This article introduces the basic information, highlights, and gourmet spots you should know before visiting this landmark in Umeda. With its convenient location, why not add Umeda Sky Building to your Osaka sightseeing itinerary?

Hokusetsu

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Minoh Visitor Center

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A sightseeing hub for enjoying the natural beauty of the forests of Minoh.

Hokusetsu

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Minoh Park Insect Museum

A fun way to explore the fascinating world of insects.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

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Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka

A museum where you can casually enjoy modern and contemporary art and design.

Osaka Castle, Kyobashi

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Fujita Museum

An art museum with an outstanding collection of East Asian antiquities, including National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.

Sumiyoshi, Nagai

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teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka

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A magical art space for nature and technology in sheer harmony.

Sakai

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Sakai City Museum

A museum introducing Sakai, a historic city, from ancient times to the present day.

Hokusetsu

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The Japan Folk Crafts Museum, Osaka

Housed in a former pavilion building, this museum offers a rich collection of diverse crafts from Japan and around the world.

Osaka Port, Bay Area

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GLION MUSEUM

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Classic cars lined up inside a red brick warehouse.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

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Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum

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A museum where you can delve into the world of Kamigata (Kansai region) Ukiyo-e.

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The Ultimate Ukiyo-e Guide: A Uniquely Japanese Art Form Admired by Van Gogh-Step Into the World of Ukiyo-e

Ukiyo-e, which blossomed as a form of popular culture during Japan’s Edo period, is drawing renewed attention today. Mass-produced and enjoyed as woodblock prints, ukiyo-e vividly captured everyday life, landscapes, and the people of the time-and went on to have a major impact not only on Japanese art, but on art around the world. In this article, we’ll break down its origins and appeal from the basics and introduce places where you can experience ukiyo-e for yourself.

Hokusetsu

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National Museum of Ethnology

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One of the world’s largest ethnology museums, housing an extensive collection of approximately 345,000 items from cultures around the globe.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

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Nakanoshima Children’s Book Forest

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Massive bookshelves with approximately 20,000 books that will pique your curiosity.

Kansai International Airport Observation Hall “Sky View”

Kishiwada, Kansai Airport, Senshu

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Kansai International Airport Observation Hall “Sky View”

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Observe airplanes taking off and landing near the runway!

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[Complete Guide to Kansai International Airport] Make the Start and End of Your Trip Comfortable and Fulfilling!

Kansai International Airport is often used when traveling to the Kansai region, including Osaka and Kyoto. It is one of Japan’s leading airports, with a full range of domestic and international flights and 24-hour operations. Its vast grounds are home not only to arrival and departure floors, but also to many appealing facilities that help make travel more comfortable. This article introduces the airport’s layout and the kinds of shops you’ll find inside. It is a complete guide that also covers recommended shops to make your time there more worthwhile, as well as popular spots nearby, so be sure to read to the end.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

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Nakanoshima Kosetsu Museum of Art

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Experience unparalleled art appreciation in an environment equipped with state-of-the-art facilities.

Things to Do Osaka Museums

Osaka Science Museum

THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA

Sakai Denshokan

Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts

Okashi Museum Tempozan

A Complete Guide to Okashi Museum Tempozan: Get Sweets and Dagashi from All Over Japan!

Osaka Prefectural Sayamaike Museum

Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum

[Umeda Sky Building Visitor Guide] Enjoy a Special Experience with Spectacular Views of Osaka

Minoh Visitor Center

Minoh Park Insect Museum

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka

Fujita Museum

teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka

Sakai City Museum

The Japan Folk Crafts Museum, Osaka

GLION MUSEUM

Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum

The Ultimate Ukiyo-e Guide: A Uniquely Japanese Art Form Admired by Van Gogh-Step Into the World of Ukiyo-e

National Museum of Ethnology

Nakanoshima Children’s Book Forest

Kansai International Airport Observation Hall “Sky View”

[Complete Guide to Kansai International Airport] Make the Start and End of Your Trip Comfortable and Fulfilling!

Nakanoshima Kosetsu Museum of Art

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