Osaka
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Fashion170 Years of Louis Vuitton Celebrated in Osaka Exhibition; Monogram Canvas Sample Fabric Shown to Public for 1st Time in World
An exhibition commemorating the 170th anniversary of the French fashion brand Louis Vuitton is cu...
August 31, 2025
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Japan In FocusOsaka: Observation Deck for Plane Watchers Opens, Near Itami Airport
TOYONAKA, Osaka — A brand-new observation deck near Itami Airport in Osaka invites visitors to wi...
August 30, 2025
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Japan In FocusOsaka: ‘The Fountain Boy’ Revived Gives Power, Artwork Made by Creator of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
OSAKA — A huge artwork can be found at JR Osaka Station on the walk northward from the ticket gat...
August 30, 2025
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General NewsStrategies, Secrets for Visiting All 84 Pavilions at Osaka-Kansai Expo from 2 Seasoned Expo Regulars
Four months have passed since the start of the Osaka-Kansai Expo in April, and some visitors have...
August 27, 2025
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General NewsTwo Firefighters Killed in Osaka Fire Believed to Have Suffocated Just 10 Minutes After Arriving at Building
OSAKA — The two firefighters who died while battling a fire in Osaka’s popular Dotonbori area are...
August 20, 2025
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General NewsFlying Car Floats Out of Expo Venue, Soaring 15 Meters and Over the Sea, Aichi Pref. Start-Up Provides Demonstration to Press
A test flight of a flying car was demonstrated for the press over the sea by the 2025 Osaka-Kansa...
August 18, 2025
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General NewsTwo Firefighters Die Battling Fire at Building in Osaka’s Minami District (Update 2)
OSAKA — Two male firefighters died in the line of duty while battling a fire at a seven-story bui...
August 18, 2025
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General NewsTrain Line Power Outage on Forces Thousands to Spend Night at Expo Site; Disruption Caused 8-Hr Suspension, Heatstroke Cases
OSAKA — Thousands of visitors to the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo were forced to spend the night at the...
August 14, 2025
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Crime & CourtsOsaka Company Under Investigation for Building Expo Pavilion Without Permit; Representative Says Firm Was ‘Too Busy’ to Submit Application
OSAKA — Osaka Prefectural Police on Wednesday began searching the house of the representative of ...
August 13, 2025
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Imperial FamilyPrincess Akiko of Mikasa Appreciates Exhibition about Shoso-in Imperial Treasures in Osaka
OSAKA — Princess Akiko of Mikasa viewed an exhibition displaying the splendor of the Shoso-in Imp...
July 29, 2025
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Japan In FocusOsaka: Sakai’s Sumo Ring Is Sacred Ground for Amateur Wrestlers; Side Trip to Famous ‘Barbarian’ Statue
SAKAI — If the Ryogoku Kokugikan arena in Tokyo is considered the holy ground of professional sum...
July 26, 2025
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Japan In FocusOsaka: Musician Forges New Musical Field with Unique Gourd Instruments She Created Herself
OSAKA — A musician in Osaka is opening up a new field in music by transforming gourds into electr...
July 19, 2025
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MuseumsOver 260 Japanese National Treasures Featured at Special Exhibitions in Osaka, Nara, Kyoto Held to Coincide with Expo 2025
OSAKA — With the occasion of the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, art galleries and museums throughout the...
June 22, 2025
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Japan In FocusOsaka: Obachaaan Power Up with 1st Single in 6 Years; Granny Group Aims to Cheer Everyone Up
OSAKA — Obachaaan, a group of grannies from Osaka known for their flashy outfits and high-energy ...
June 14, 2025
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Two Firefighters Die Battling Fire at Building in Osaka’s Minami District (Update 2)
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‘Cherry Blossom Tunnel’ Opens at Osaka Mint Bureau
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Osaka: Japan’s Longest Pedestrian Suspension Bridge Opens; Structure Spans 420 Meters over Lake
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Over 260 Japanese National Treasures Featured at Special Exhibitions in Osaka, Nara, Kyoto Held to Coincide with Expo 2025
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Osaka: Nostalgic Arcade Games a Treasure for Enthusiasts