Osaka

Osaka… a city full of endless charm 💖
The moment the plane touched down on the Kansai Airport runway,
my heart jumped with joy like a child with a new toy.
Osaka is a city that is warm and lively at the same time. Whether you come alone, with friends, or with family, boredom is guaranteed to be nowhere in sight!

🌸 The first stop is Osaka Castle
This is a classic landmark so beautiful it makes you say wow!
The white and gold castle stands tall amidst a vast green park, lined with cherry blossoms (if you come during cherry blossom season, it’s pure bliss!). Inside the castle is a history museum. Climb to the top for a 360-degree city view that’s so impressive you’ll want to freeze time right there 🏯✨

🍜 You can’t talk about Osaka without mentioning the food.
Dotonbori is a paradise for foodies and photo lovers alike. First-timers must not miss posing with the legendary Glico sign!
But the real star is the hot takoyaki—crispy on the outside, soft inside,
with a lightly soy-scented batter and big chunks of shrimp or squid that melt your heart 💕 Another must-try is okonomiyaki, Osaka-style Japanese pancakes loaded with veggies, meat, and special sauce that’s so fragrant and mouthwatering you’ll want seconds!

🛍️ Shopping at Shinsaibashi
If Dotonbori is the food district, Shinsaibashi is the spending district!
This long street is packed with shops ranging from luxury brands to cute Japanese cosmetics at prices that’ll have your hands full carrying bags back to the hotel! Some shops even have Thai-speaking staff, offering the sweetest and warmest service 💸🛒

🎡 Another place we fell in love with is Universal Studios Japan (USJ).
That day, we wore Minion ears and fully immersed ourselves in the Harry Potter zone~ The Hogwarts castle was spectacular, and we enjoyed cold butterbeer while holding wands, feeling like we were truly in a magical world.
The rides were thrilling enough to make your heart race (but we went on them multiple times 😆)
From Spider-Man to Jaws to Mario Kart,
every zone was filled with unlimited happiness 💫

⛩️ We also visited Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine,
a bright red, peaceful, and shady shrine
with a red arched bridge reflecting beautifully on the pond like a postcard. Walking on this bridge felt like stepping into an ancient Japanese painting. Photo lovers will be thrilled 📸🍃

🚆 Osaka’s transportation system is excellent.
Whether it’s the subway, JR trains, or trams, everything is super punctual,
and there are English signs almost everywhere, making travel very easy. If you’re afraid of getting lost, don’t worry at all. Plus, there’s an IC card for quick tap-and-go access, perfect for confused people like us 😂

🍡 Souvenirs to bring home
Must-have are 551 Horai steamed buns with dense filling and a fragrance that bursts out of the box
(even Japanese people line up for these!) and Pablo Cheese Tart,
oozing cheese, fragrant, slightly sweet with a perfect touch of tartness. Anyone who tries it will definitely be hooked 🎁

🎀 The charm of Osaka
Is not just the places but also the people. Everyone smiles, is friendly,
and is more than willing to help tourists wholeheartedly. The feeling you get is “warmth like Japan but friendly like Osaka,” a unique vibe you won’t find anywhere else 🥺💖

🌟 In summary, the Osaka trip
is a feel-good experience packed into every minute—fun, delicious, exciting,
and heartwarming. Every moment there sparkled around me.
It’s not just a trip but a cute life energy boost I want to keep in my heart forever 💫🍥

Osaka… I will come back to you 🥹💕