Event List in Osaka This Week (November 20 to 26, 2023)
The best events, activities, and exhibitions held this week in Osaka
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If you planning to visit Osaka and wondering about the things to do, there are many events are happening in different parts of Osaka, from Sports events, art exhibitions, theatrical performances, and musical concerts to cultural festivals and seasonal food-related events. Here you can read about some happenings and events in Osaka that will help ease your tour of the city.
Osaka is a lively and bustling town and the second largest city in Japan after Tokyo. Also known for its delicious foods and restaurants where you can taste the famous Japanese dishes originating from Osaka. There are many beautiful and interesting places to visit in Osaka with a modern blend of traditional cultures such as the popular tourist spot Universal Studios Japan and Osaka Castle which gives shine and value to the history and culture of the area.
In Osaka, there are many events offered for tourists looking for an amazing and unique experience. Activities that will pleasure visitors and provide a memorable experience visiting Osaka. Since Osaka is also known as the food capital of Japan, many food-related events are offered in many places here such as hotels, restaurants, and cafes.
In this article, I will share 10 of the events in Osaka, and you can check some that might interest you. I hope this helps you find some interesting events in Osaka, especially this week.
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Autumn events in Japan
Autumn is a special season in Japan when it comes to cultural events. It is the season when temperatures aren’t either too hot or too cold, making it an ideal time to hold outdoor events. There are many events that have to do with national holidays such as Supo-tsu no Hi (スポーツの日) or “Sports Day” which commemorates the Tokyo Olympics of 1964 and Bunka no Hi (文化の日) or “Culture day” which is a day to promote culture and arts.
There are also various events that have to do with the maple leaves turning red. The Kansai area is especially popular for having many places where you can visit and enjoy the beautiful colors displayed by these trees. Many places have night illuminations to enhance this experience as well.
Being autumn, there are also many events having to do with food. Autumn is the season of harvest, so you will encounter various Shrines having a Matsuri (harvest festival). Many restaurants and hotels also tend to have food fairs of seasonal ingredients such as chestnuts, sweet potatoes, persimmon, and pacific saury.
Now that you know a little bit about autumn-related Japanese culture, here is the event list in Osaka this week (November 20 to 26, 2023).
1. Festival of the Lights in Osaka
Event Period: November 3 to December 31, 2023
Location: Osaka Area
Official Website: https://www.hikari-kyoen.com/index.html
For more information about the Illumination event in Osaka, check out the following article!
▶Osaka Winter Illumination Guide 2023-2024
2. OH MY CAFE (Osaka) Disney Twisted Wonderland
Event Period: November 10 to December 17, 2023
Location: Collabo_Index SHINSAIBASHI
Official Website: https://twst2023.ohmycafe.jp/
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2 minutes from Shinsaibashi Station. |
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3. Flowering Illumination in Hirakata Park
Event Period: November 3, 2023 to April 7, 2024
Location: Hirakata Park
Official Website: https://www.hirakatapark.co.jp/illumination/
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12 minutes walk from Hirakata-koen Station. |
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For more information about the Illumination event in Osaka, check out the following article!
▶Osaka Winter Illumination Guide 2023-2024
4. Autumn Leaves and Special Illumination in Katsuoji Temple
Event Period: November 11 to December 3, 2023
Location: Katsuoji Temple
Official Website: https://katsuo-ji-temple.or.jp/seasons/autumn.php
5. Sanrio Character Festival
Event Period: September 16 to November 26, 2023
Location: Hirakata Park
Official Website: https://www.hirakatapark.co.jp/sanrio-fes/
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12 minutes walk from Hirakata-Koen Station. |
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6. No Limit! CHRISTMAS
Event Period: November 21, 2023 to January 8, 2024
Location: Universal Studio Japan
Official Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/ja/jp/events/christmas-2023/no-limit-christmas-2023
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5 minutes from Nishikujo Station via (JR Yumesaki Line) to Universal City Station. |
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7. AUTUMN FRUITS COLLECTION
Event Period: September 1 to November 30, 2023
Location: Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station
Official Website: https://www.cyosaka.com/restaurant/bar19.html
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1 minute walk from Shin-Osaka Station. |
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8. Special Exhibition: 270th Anniversary of Birth of Nagasawa Ashiki
Event Period: October 7 to December 3, 2023
Location: Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art, 4th floor exhibition room
Official Website: https://nakka-art.jp/exhibition-post/rosetsu-2023/
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1 minute from Taminobashi Station. |
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9. Alphonse Mucha Moravian Dream!
Event Period: August 5 to November 26, 2023
Location: Sakai Alphonse Mucha Museum (Sakai City Cultural Hall)
Official Website: https://mucha.sakai-bunshin.com/
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2 minutes from Sakaishi Station. |
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10. GRAND WISH CHRISTMAS 2023
Event Period: November 9 to December 25, 2023
Location: Grand Front Osaka
Official Website: https://www.grandfront-osaka.jp/grand-play-ground/
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2 minutes walk from Umeda Station. |
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For more information about the Illumination event in Osaka, check out the following article!
▶Osaka Winter Illumination Guide 2023-2024
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I hope you enjoyed this article about events in Osaka this week. As I previously mentioned, it can be difficult to keep track of every festival, exhibition, and other event happening in Osaka, so hopefully, this article serves as a reference for you to find things to do in Osaka.
There’s also an article about events in Osaka during the weekend. Check out the link below!
▶Event List in Osaka This Weekend (November 25 and 26, 2023)
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