Party capital:Nine must-do highlights of Osaka,Japan

Party capital:Nine must-do highlights of Osaka,Japan

The city’s reputation as Japan’s premier party town is challenged by few. Here’s how to make the most of a brief visit.

  • byJamie Lafferty

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If Taylor Swift were here,she’d be staying in these knockout corner suites
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If Taylor Swift were here,she’d be staying in these knockout corner suites

In Osaka,Aloft adopts the hip aesthetic of its sister brand W Hotel (just down the road) but without the high price tag.

  • byKylie McLaughlin
Two things you must do to guarantee you’ll see Japan’s cherry blossoms

Two things you must do to guarantee you’ll see Japan’s cherry blossoms

Organising a trip to coincide with Mother Nature’s whims can feel like trying to catch lightning in a bottle. If only I’d known this before visiting.

  • byKristie Kellahan
‘Drop tower’ ride leaves two people stranded 50 metres high for four hours

‘Drop tower’ ride leaves two people stranded 50 metres high for four hours

Two hours after the brakes failed to release on the gondola,a ladder truck was dispatched to the scene. But the ladder’s reach was only 42 metres.

Airline review:Jetstar B787 economy,Osaka to Cairns

Airline review:Jetstar B787 economy,Osaka to Cairns

If you've prepared properly (with warm clothes,food,sleep aids),you'll be in for a bargain-basement surprise.

  • byKatrina Lobley
Osaka tour,Japan:Neon charms in Shinsekai,Osaka's former fun park

Osaka tour,Japan:Neon charms in Shinsekai,Osaka's former fun park

Lovers of vintage neon and the grittier side of Japan will love this night tour of Osaka's Shinsekai.

  • byLesley Holden
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Hotel review:Swissotel Nankai,Osaka

Hotel review:Swissotel Nankai,Osaka

The Swissotel Nankai is right in the heart of the action in the bustling south side of Osaka.

  • byPaul Chai
Bathhouses in Japan:The most fun you can have naked

Bathhouses in Japan:The most fun you can have naked

A few hours at Osaka's Spa World provide almost as much fun as can be had with your clothes off.

  • byKeith Austin
MariCAR Osaka:Where you can go Mario Kart-ing in Japan

MariCAR Osaka:Where you can go Mario Kart-ing in Japan

Yes it is possible to enter the world of Mario Kart on a real street,with real traffic and a real Super Mario onesie.

  • byKeith Austin
Tips on eating in Osaka,Japan:Where to find the best food

Tips on eating in Osaka,Japan:Where to find the best food

Japan's third largest city offers loads of tasty opportunities to fill up.

  • byKeith Austin
Things to do in Osaka,Japan:A three-minute guide

Things to do in Osaka,Japan:A three-minute guide

Wealthy,quirky and fun-loving,Japan's third-largest city is fascinating.

  • byBrian Johnston