I took Japan's famous bullet train Shinkansen for the first time. My trip from Osaka to Tokyo was quick with comfy seats, but ...

Before Monday, smoking was banned in six zones including the area around Osaka station. This has been expanded to the whole city and violators face a fine of 1,000 yen ($6.40). Local regulations ...

Tickets for the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka are being resold on flea market apps and at some discount ticket stores, ...

OSAKA—A stained glass artwork by the creator of “Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure” was unveiled at JR Osaka Station on July 29, intended to serve as a new landmark and meeting point. “I hope my ...

Designated smoking areas are in place to offer some relief to those who need their nicotine fix. One spot garnering attention ...

A new train station located near the venue of a world exposition in the western Japanese city of Osaka has opened ahead of the scheduled start of the event in April. An opening ceremony for ...

Before the ban, smoking was banned in six zones including the area around Osaka station. This has been expanded to the whole city and violators face a fine of 1,000 yen (US$6.45). Local ...