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History and Tourist Information of Tango, Kyoto of the Sea

Regions of Japan Sightseeing

Tango, the Kyoto by the Sea, is Full of Japanese History, Culture, and Gastronomy

2025.05.30

Kyoto is Japan’s ancient capital, steeped in history and culture, and a popular tourist destination that attracts people from all over the world. Because of this, it can be d

Asia's first food hall is born! Time Out Market Osaka

Food&Drink

Asia’s first food hall is born! Time Out Market Osaka

2025.05.28

Hello! This is Rina, a writer for Kodawari Times. The Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai has finally opened and is bustling with activity! A new gourmet spot has opened in Osaka, a city that

What souvenirs should I buy at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai?

Goods

Kodawari Times Selected! What souvenirs to buy at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai?

2025.05.23

Hello! This is Hakoboya, the souvenir promotion captain of Kodawari Times ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯! Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai opened on April 13! I visited the venue as soon as I could, and al

Souvenirs from Grand Green Osaka South Building

Goods made in JAPAN

Japanese Souvenirs Found at Grand Green Osaka South Building, Made in Japan with Care

2025.05.21

Hello, I’m Hakoboya, the souvenir promotion captain of Kodawari Times! Osaka Station is the largest terminal station in Osaka, which has been the focus of much attention due

Recommended Food at Grand Green Osaka South Building

Food&Drink

A New Spot in Osaka! Grand Green Osaka South Building, Where Fine Gourmet Food is Gathered

2025.05.09

Hello, this is Rina, Kodawari Times writer. The area around Osaka Station is undergoing rapid changes with the opening of new spots such as KITTE Osaka and Inogate Osaka. In additi

Souvenirs from Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai! Recommended goods from the official store in the venue

Goods

Souvenirs from Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai! Recommended Goods from the Official Store in the venue

2025.04.25

Hello! This is Hakoboya, the souvenir promotion captain of Kodawari Times ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯! The long-awaited Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai has just opened! I can’t stop being excited

Hida Takayama, where the old townscape remains and is surrounded by rich nature

Sightseeing

Hida Takayama, Where the Old Townscape Remains and is Surrounded by Rich Nature

2025.04.23

Located at the foot of the Hida Mountains, one of the highest mountains in Japan and surrounded by rich nature, Hida Takayama is an area where the elegant streets of the castle tow

Tsunagari Factory, a craft brand born in a town factory in Osaka

Goods Japanese companies made in JAPAN

Tsunagari Factory, a Craft Brand Born in a Town Factory in Osaka

2025.04.18

Small and medium-sized factories and manufacturing plants scattered throughout Japan, known as machi-factories, have supported Japan’s manufacturing industry. Among them, Osa