🧳☁️ Osaka Travel Review: 6 Days 5 Nights of Pure Cuteness 🍡🎀

Hello everyone~ Today, I’m inviting you to join me on a trip to “Osaka,” the charming city of the Land of the Rising Sun! 🌸 Osaka isn’t just about delicious food or the famous Universal Studios Japan (USJ). It’s a city full of gentle charm, where every corner greets you with smiles and warmth. 💕 If you’re still debating whether to visit Japan or wondering which city to start with… Let me tell you, “Osaka” is the perfect choice! Ready? Let’s dive in! 🎒🍱 ⸻ 🗓️ Day 1: First Steps in Osaka + Food Adventure at Dotonbori 🎌🍢 We took an early morning flight from Thailand and arrived at Kansai Airport mid-morning. The first thing we felt upon landing was the pleasantly cool air (around 12-15°C). Taking a deep breath felt like being reborn! 😆 From the airport, we took the Nankai Line into the city and got off at Namba Station (our accommodation was conveniently nearby, just a 5-minute walk). After dropping off our bags, we headed out immediately! Our first destination was… Dotonbori! 🎉 The most popular area in Osaka, just a 10-minute walk away. We were greeted by the iconic Glico sign standing tall by the canal! Of course, we had to take a photo striking the famous running pose. It was a bit embarrassing but so much fun! 😂 Then, it was time for a “food feast”! Starting with: • Takoyaki from Gindaco (crispy on the outside, packed with filling, topped with flavorful sauce and bonito flakes~) • Followed by Okonomiyaki, or Japanese savory pancakes, from a shop near Shinsaibashi. The aroma was irresistible! • Ending with a light dessert: Cheese pudding from Rikuro Ojisan, with the uncle’s face on the box. The pudding was so soft and bouncy! 🍮 That night, we returned to our accommodation exhausted but with hearts full of excitement for the days ahead. 💖 ⸻ 🗓️ Day 2: A Magical World at Universal Studios Japan 🧙♀️🎢 On the second day, we had pre-booked tickets and an Express Pass. We started the day early, taking the train to Universal City Station and walking into the dream world~ 🤍 As soon as we entered the park, the atmosphere was “Wowww~” We headed straight to the Harry Potter zone. Hogwarts stood majestically, just like in the movies! We took endless photos and tried “Butterbeer,” which was sweet and aromatic. It didn’t make us tipsy, but it sure made us happy! 😆 Next, we explored the new Super Nintendo World 🎮🌈 This zone was both adorable and fun, like stepping into Mario’s world! Everyone was holding Power-Up Bands and seriously hitting blocks to collect coins. 😂 The most exciting ride was Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge. It felt like real racing, complete with AR glasses. After the ride, you could even check your driving score (spoiler: I lost to my friends 😂). In the evening, we visited the souvenir shops, which were filled with cute items. My wallet cried a little. 🥲 ⸻ 🗓️ Day 3: Osaka Castle & Shopping at Shinsaibashi 🏯👛 We spent today leisurely visiting Osaka Castle, the city’s iconic landmark. The surrounding trees were starting to change colors, with vibrant red and yellow leaves everywhere. Every spot was picture-perfect. 🍁 The atmosphere was peaceful yet bustling with tourists. If you want to try wearing a kimono or yukata, there are rental shops nearby. But we opted for a more casual stroll. In the afternoon, we took the train back to Shinsaibashi Shopping Street, a long shopping street with everything you could want! • Bought skincare products from Matsumoto Kiyoshi • Enjoyed rich matcha soft serve 🍦 • Browsed clothing stores and laughed with friends • Got tempted by a 100-yen shop and ended up with a bag full of knick-knacks to bring home! 😂 That night, we returned to our accommodation with heavier bags (thanks to all the shopping) but lighter hearts. 🥰 ⸻ 🗓️ Day 4: A Day Trip to Nara to Play with Adorable Deer 🦌🍘 Today, we ventured out of the city, taking a JR train to Nara, about an hour away. Our destination was the famous “Nara Deer Park”! As soon as we entered the park, we saw deer roaming freely and comfortably. They weren’t afraid of people at all, approaching us like, “Hello, got snacks?” 😂 We bought “senbei” (deer crackers) and were immediately surrounded! One even bowed to us—it was so charming~ (But be careful; some deer can be a bit mischievous!) After wandering around, we treated ourselves to some snacks. “Nara mochi” with red bean filling and dusted with flour was incredibly delicious—soft and melt-in-your-mouth, making us want to stock up! ⸻ 🗓️ Day 5: Cute Cafes & American Village 🎀🐾 Today was a relaxed day~ We planned to stroll around Amerikamura (American Village), a trendy area popular among Japanese youth. It’s filled with unique shops, vintage items, and lots of cafes. 🎧 We specifically visited a cat cafe hidden in one of the buildings. Upon entering, we were greeted by fluffy cats, all adorable! One of them, named “Maru-chan,” was white and round like mochi. 🐱 After sitting for a while, Maru-chan came to nap on my lap—pure bliss! 😻 In the afternoon, we went back to pack and shop for souvenirs, including Japanese snacks, mochi keychains, Mario plushies, and various knick-knacks… (which made our luggage overweight 😅). ⸻ 🗓️ Day 6: The Last Day… I Don’t Want to Leave 🍂 Waking up this morning, I felt, “Why did time fly by so quickly?” I still wanted to explore! We took the train back to the airport, carrying heavy bags but hearts full of wonderful memories. 💗 ⸻ 📝 Summary of the Osaka Trip: •🎢 USJ = Fun, adorable, and Mario-filled! •🍜 Food = Everything was delicious, especially the takoyaki! •🦌 Nara = Cute deer and tasty snacks •🐾 Cat cafe = Overflowing happiness If you’ve never been to Osaka, you absolutely must visit at least once! You’ll see that Japan is truly as charming as it appears in anime. 🥹✨