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Osaka

Riverfront skylines, excellent dining, and a city with a more relaxed confidence than Tokyo.

Japan, in a more generous mood

Osaka offers many of Japan’s strengths, but with a slightly easier, more sociable pace. Food culture is central here, as are strong hotels, late evenings, and access to Kyoto, Nara, and the wider Kansai region. It suits travellers who want urban Japan with character, warmth, and a little less formality.