Osaka is one of Japan’s major cities known for its lively nightlife and vibrant atmosphere with so many things to do and events such as cultural events, art exhibitions, musical concerts, sporting events, and seasonal food events. And if you are looking for things to do this weekend in Osaka, this article is for you.
A weekend in Osaka offers a range of activities with exciting trips to different aspects of the city from historical sites to modern entertainment and crowded shopping districts. That’s why here we share some events in Osaka that may interest you.
In this article, we share some events in Osaka this weekend we want to be part of your search for the events, and here you will not spend a long time searching anymore whether you are looking for unique entertainment, cultural engagement, or food highlights in Osaka. This article also contains information about the events, I hope this article helps you find great events, many exciting events can be read below.
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The culture surrounding winter in Japan
Before we go to the list of events this weekend, let me share with you a little trivia regarding winter in Japan.
In Japan, it is essential to finish up the year and perfectly welcome the new year. This involves many different events such as cleaning up and decorating your house properly before the new year and eating traditional new year-dishes before and after the new year.
One thing that you will see a lot in restaurants and Izakaya across Japan during this season are campaigns for Bonenkai (忘年会) and Shinnenkai (新年会). Bonenkai refers to “End of year celebration” while Shinnenkai refers to “Beginning of year celebration”. These are usually held by companies to show their appreciation towards their employees as well as to finish the year and start the new year with a positive attitude. These celebrations can also be held with a small group of job colleagues or friends.
Ok, now that you know a little bit about winter-related Japanese culture, here is the event list in Osaka this weekend (January 6 and 7, 2024).
1. New Year Lunch Buffet 2024
Event Period: January 4 to 8, 2024
Location: Shin-Osaka Esaka Tokyu Rei Hotel
Official Website: https://www.tokyuhotels.co.jp/esaka-r/restaurant/plan/109069/index.html
Information
Access | 3 minutes walk from Esaka Station. |
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2. Early Spring Afternoon Tea (chocolate lucky charms)
Event Period: January 6 to February 29, 2024
Location: Miyako City Osaka Tennoji
Official Website: https://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/tennoji/restaurant/lobbylounge/menu/27801/
Information
Access | 1 minute walk from Tennoji Station. |
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3. Twilight Mahoraba Amusement Park (Scrap Immersive Theater)
Event Period: January 6,7, and 8 / 13 and 14, 2024
Location: Hirakata Park
Official Website: https://www.scrapmagazine.com/s/mahoroba/
Information
Access | 12 minutes walk from Hirakata-Koen Station. |
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4. Strawberries and Amaou Sweets Fair
Event Period: December 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024
Location: Satsuki Lounge New Otani Osaka
Official Website: https://www.newotani.co.jp/group/strawberry/osaka/
Information
Access | 3 minutes walk from Osakajokoen Station. |
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5. Winter Carnival 2023
Event Period: December 23, 2023 to March 3, 2024
Location: Hirakata Park
Official Website: https://www.hirakatapark.co.jp/hwc/
Information
Access | 5 minutes from Hirakata-Koen Station (Bus) to Kikugaoka. |
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6. Sennan Park Light Up
Event Period: December 16, 2023 to February 18, 2024
Location: Sennan Long Park
Official Website: https://www.tryhardjapanevent.com/sennan-park-light-up
Information
Access | 13 minutes walk from Tarui Station (Nankai Line). |
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7. Thai meets Strawberry
Event Period: December 8, 2023 to May 31, 2024
Location: Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
Official Website: https://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/ja/cgoj/thai-Meets-Strawberry?abc
Information
Access | 6 minutes walk from Namba Station. |
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8. Wonder Night Hill 2023
Event Period: October 28, 2023 to January 28, 2024
Location: Harvest Hill
Official Website: https://farm.or.jp/illumination_2023
Information
Access | 28 minutes from Togamikita Station (BUS) to Miikedai-5 then about 13 minutes walk to Harvest Hill. |
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9. Art Nouveau Goddesses
Event Period: December 9, 2023 to January 28, 2024
Location: Grand Front Osaka
Official Website: https://mucha-immersive.com/
Information
Access | 1 minute walk from Osaka Station. |
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10. Abeno Harukas Sky Illumination 2023
Event Period: November 3, 2023 to February 29, 2024
Location: Abeno Harukas 300
Official Website: https://www.abenoharukas-300.jp/observatory/index.html
Information
Access | 2 minutes from Tennoji 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 weekend. 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 week. Check out the link below!
▶Event List in Osaka This Week (January 1 to 7, 2024)
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