Event List in Osaka This Week / Weekend
The best events, activities, and exhibitions held this week / weekend in Osaka
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Osaka has many fun and interesting places to visit and tourist attractions, such as Osaka Castle, USJ, Kaiyukan, Shinsekai, etc. If you visit Osaka, you will need to stay for a few days to enjoy all the tourist attractions the city has to offer.
However, if you live in Osaka or plan on visiting for a prolonged period, you might run out of popular tourist attractions. If this happens, the next thing you can do is check out events within the city.
Osaka, one of Japan’s largest cities, has many simultaneous events, from art exhibitions, theatrical performances, and musical concerts to cultural festivals and seasonal food-related events. Because so many things happen at the same time, you might overlook an event you would have liked to check out.
Hopefully, this article may help you avoid exactly that. In this article, I will share 10 of the most talked-about events happening this week in Osaka. If you live in Osaka and have some free time, or if you happen to be visiting Osaka during this week, then I hope at least one of these events will interest you enough to check it out.
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Winter events in Japan
Winter is a season with many different events in Japan, from Christmas and New Year-related events to the celebration of becoming an adult and even National Foundation Day.
Christmas is not celebrated in Japan in the traditional way, as is the case in Western countries. Still, rather, it is celebrated in a way to enjoy the “Christmas vibe,” such as having Christmas decorations, outdoor illuminations, exchanging gifts with family and friends, etc. So, most Christmas events you see in Japan are based on this idea.
Then, you will see the many outdoor illumination events across the prefecture. These illuminations are sometimes related to Christmas, but not necessarily. Then there is the very important New Year’s Day, which involves many different traditional events and rituals.
But then there are also other significant events, such as Seijin no Hi (成人の日), which celebrates the people who turned 20 in the past year. This event is held in January. Then there is “National Foundation Day” (建国記念の日), which is in February. This is more of a cultural holiday, but there will be events related to it as well.
Here are some articles about things to do during Winter in Japan.
▶︎Winter in Japan: 10 Best Things to Do in 2024-2025
▶︎10 Best Places to Visit in Japan in Winter 2024-2025
Now that you know a little bit about winter-related Japanese culture, here is the event list in Osaka this week/weekend (February 24 to March 2, 2025).
Event List in Osaka This Week
1. Gintama 20th Anniversary at Namba Park
The popular TV anime Gintama will hold an exhibition in Namba Osaka in celebration of the 20th anniversary featuring sketches, artworks, and original photos of the characters. Exclusive memorabilia and limited edition items are also available to purchase.
Event Period: March 1 to 30, 2025
Location: Namba Park Museum
Official Website: https://nambaparks.com/museum/common/child/exhibition#exhibi_10
2. Minoh Forest Winter Promonade 2025
An exciting winter festival is held in Minoh Park in Osaka, featuring the illumination and light-up of the Mihoh Falls along with other activities.
Event Period: February 8 to March 9, 2025
Location: Minoo Park (Minoh Park)
Official Website: https://www.city.minoh.lg.jp/eigyou/event/winterpromenade2025.html
For more information about Minoo Park, check out the following article!
▶Minoo Park: Vast Nature Near Central Osaka
3. Expo Commemoration Park “Plum and Camellia” Festival 2025
An annual and seasonal flower event is held in Expo Park, where the visitor can enjoy both Plum and Camellia flower viewing.
Event Period: February 8 to March 9, 2025
Location: Expo Commemorative Park
Official Website: https://www.expo70-park.jp/event/68384/
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10 minutes walk from Bampakukinenkoen Station. |
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4. Sakamoto Days Cafe (Osaka)
Available for a limited time only the TV anime Sakamoto Days will hold a themed cafe for the first time in Tokyo and Osaka. Themed menus are inspired by the American diner, and various exclusive merchandise can be purchased.
Event Period: February 6 to March 9, 2025
Location: BOX cafe&space Tennoji MIO store
Official Website: https://sakamotodays-cafe.f-ent.jp/
5. Flowering Illumination at Hirakata Park
An annual and anticipated event held in Hirakata Park from autumn through winter season. It features colorful flower illumination throughout the park various light-up designs and illumination can be enjoyed by the whole family and friends feels like in a fantasy world. One of the best places to spend for this coming holiday season.
Event Period: November 2, 2024 to April 6, 2025
Location: Hirakata Park
Official Website: https://www.hirakatapark.co.jp/illumination/
<<Book Hirakata Park Admission Ticket online here!!>>
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13 minutes walk from Hirakata-Koen Station. |
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6. NAKED CityLight Fantasia Osaka
An annual and popular event during winter featuring visual light and projection mapping of the famous tourist spot in Osaka visitors can enjoy the magical and enchanting light display giving a unique experience to feel like traveling around Osaka.
Event Period: November 13, 2024 to March 31, 2025
Location: Abeno Harukas 300
Official Website: https://www.abenoharukas-300.jp/observatory/index.html
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3 minutes walk from Tennoji Station. |
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7. Haikyu x Abeno Harukas Collaboration
The TV anime Haikyu will hold a collaboration with Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory in Osaka featuring an exhibition, exclusive merchandise, and activities related to the characters. The visitor can enjoy the Haikyu World, a place filled with displays, decorations, and life-size board displays of the characters.
Event Period: February 7 to March 9, 2025
Location: Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory
Official Website: https://www.abenoharukas-300.jp/observatory/haikyu/
8. Musical “Les Miserable”
A historical French Novel by Victor Hugo is performing in Osaka on the Japan tour of the famous musical Les Miserables.
Event Period: March 2 to 28, 2025
Location: Umeda Art Theater Main Hall
Official Website: https://www.ktv.jp/event/lesmiserables/
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9 minutes walk from Umeda Station. |
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9. Special Exhibition: 18 Amazing Ukiyo-e Artists
An exhibition by 18 Ukiyo-e artists featuring a popular collection of art masterpieces and other paintings shown for the first time in the museum including the famous Kitagawa Utamaro the portraits of the beautiful women and Katsushika Hokusai one of the well-known art of the Edo Period.
Event Period: February 18 to July 13, 2025
Location: Osaka Ukiyo-e Museum
Official Website: https://osaka-ukiyoe-museum.com/index.html
10. Winter Carnaval
This annual winter event in Hirakata Park is an ideal place to enjoy the snow with your family and friends, especially with kids. Various activities and attractions can also be enjoyed.
Event Period: December 21, 2024 to March 2, 2025
Location: Hirakata Park
Official Website: https://www.hirakatapark.co.jp/hwc/
Weekend Events
1. TV Osaka EXPO
One of the anticipated outdoor events in Osaka featuring three popular events such as sports festival, gourmet, and entertainment.
Event Period: March 1 and 2, 2025
Location: Expo 70′ Commemorative Park
Official Website: https://www.expo70-park.jp/event/68485/
2. Kyushu Spring Products Fair
Celebrating the Spring season by bringing the Kyushu traditional local food, handicrafts, and special delicacies.
Event Period: February 26 to March 3, 2025
Location: Umeda Hankyu Department Store
Official Website: https://website.hankyu-dept.co.jp/fl/english/honten/news/
3. Osaka Castle Plum Grove 2025
An annual celebration of blossoming plum trees heralds the arrival of the spring season in Osaka Castle Park.
Event Period: January to March 2025
Location: Osaka Castle Park
Official Website: https://www.osakacastlepark.jp/flower/plum_grove2025.html?lang=ja
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Other Events and Things to Do in Osaka
1. Utage Live Show: see “TRAinnovation”
Immerse yourself in the electrifying Utage Live Show at Tempo Harbor Theater in Osaka—simply click here to purchase tickets.
Experience an extraordinary fusion of traditional instruments—taiko drums (including a giant 180 cm drum), shamisen, and more—and modern artistry, plus kabuki-inspired lion dances. Choose from dynamic options like Osaka Night Fusion or Sunday’s Wadaiko Rhythm Quest. With flexible tickets valid for up to 30 days, it’s the perfect way to explore Japanese culture without language barriers. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot now and feel the pulse of authentic Osaka!
2. Osaka Night Fusion: Wagakki Music and Dance
Step into the electrifying world of Osaka Night Fusion at Tempo Harbor Theater—an exhilarating performance where traditional Wagakki instruments blend seamlessly with modern dance, swordplay, and the iconic kabuki lion dance. Click here to purchase tickets.
Created by TRAinnovation, winners of the 2023 Emergenza competition, this dynamic show breathes new life into Japan’s musical heritage with innovative compositions and interactive elements. Guests are invited to participate, making each performance a unique and immersive experience. With flexible tickets valid for up to 30 days, this fusion of past and present is an unmissable cultural spectacle. Book your tickets now and witness the energy of Osaka come alive!
3. Wadaiko Rhythm Quest: Play Taiko Drums
Step into the spotlight with Wadaiko Rhythm Quest at Tempo Harbor Theater—a one-of-a-kind interactive taiko drumming experience where you become the star of the show! Click here to purchase tickets.
As a drummer in the elite TEMPO DRUMS group, you’ve lost all memory of your performance, from the beats to the costume changes. Can you reclaim your rhythm and deliver a world-class debut, live-streamed to audiences worldwide? Guided by the renowned TRAinnovation troupe, this immersive adventure blends storytelling with hands-on drumming, letting you feel the power of traditional Japanese taiko. With flexible tickets valid for 30 days, your drumming journey awaits—book now!
4. Kobe “Monet & Friends Alive” Exhibition
Step into the vibrant world of Monet & Friends Alive in Kobe, an immersive exhibition celebrating 150 years of Impressionism. Click here to purchase tickets. Kobe is not that far away from Osaka, making it also a destination you can easily visit from Osaka.
From January 4 to March 30, 2025, experience the masterpieces of Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cézanne, and other Impressionist icons projected on massive screens, accompanied by powerful classical music. This multi-sensory journey brings the beauty of Impressionist art to life through stunning visuals, sound, and even fragrance. Held at KIITO Hall, Design and Creative Center Kobe, this limited-time exhibition offers a unique blend of artistry and technology.
Secure your advance tickets now and immerse yourself in this unforgettable experience!
For more information about things to do in Osaka and Kyoto in 2025, check out the following articles!
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▶10 Best Things to Do in Osaka in February 2025
▶10 Best Things to Do in Kyoto in February 2025
▶10 Best Events in Japan in February 2025
▶Best Anime-Related Events in Japan (February 2025)
▶Best Character Cafes in Japan 2025
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.
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Greetings to all mommies I am a supermom from Philippines. Previously, I worked and lived in Dubai for seven years, until 2015 the year I moved in Japan. Currently, I am happily settled here with my Japanese husband and our 7 months old baby. I could only describe my almost 6 years of living here as a roller coaster ride more so, after I gave birth to my son. Japan had changed me in ways unimaginable. It has influence my lifestyle, my perceptions and beliefs. I was able to witness firsthand the pros and cons of living in the country. From their language, culture and ethnicity, the people, place and in work. Those years were enough to give me quite personal and memorable experiences which I would be more than delighted to share with you.
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