Join Us in Central Osaka for a Memorable Cooking Experience!
At Osaka Cooking Base, I start each cooking class with a short local food tour. Some guests may wonder why we do not go straight into the kitchen. The reason is simple. Before cooking together, I want you to feel the neighborhood. My kitchen is located near Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, the place where Tenjin Matsuri, one of Japan’s three great…
If you are visiting Japan in June, you may experience quite a bit of rain. This season is called Tsuyu (梅雨), Japan’s rainy season. The air becomes humid, and rainy days are common across much of the country. But do not worry. Osaka is actually one of the best cities to enjoy during the rainy season. With huge indoor attractions,…
When you travel in Japan, it is easy to find souvenirs like sweets, keychains, and character goods. But if you love cooking, Japan is also a wonderful place to look for useful and beautiful kitchen items. Many guests who join our cooking class in Osaka ask us, “What should I buy to take home?”So here are five souvenir ideas for…
If you are visiting Osaka and looking for a place where history, architecture, and everyday city life come together, Nakanoshima is a wonderful area to explore. One of its most beautiful landmarks is Osaka City Central Public Hall, often called Nakanoshima Public Hall. With its red-brick walls, elegant arches, and riverside location, it is one of those buildings that makes…