{"id":6991,"date":"2021-07-20T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-20T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/?p=6991"},"modified":"2021-07-21T13:43:43","modified_gmt":"2021-07-21T04:43:43","slug":"5-things-to-do-in-osaka-on-a-rainy-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/local-area-guides\/5-things-to-do-in-osaka-on-a-rainy-day\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for What to Do on a Rainy Day in Osaka"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-chef-cooking-okonomiyaki-on-a-flat-top-grill.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese chef cooking okonomiyaki on a flat top grill\" class=\"wp-image-6995\" width=\"533\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-chef-cooking-okonomiyaki-on-a-flat-top-grill.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-chef-cooking-okonomiyaki-on-a-flat-top-grill-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-chef-cooking-okonomiyaki-on-a-flat-top-grill-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Food-related activities to do in Osaka when it\u2019s raining<\/strong>.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We will start with the obvious things to do in Osaka in the rain. In the city known as the \u2018nations kitchen\u2019, there are ample opportunities to sample delicious food. Ajinoya in Namba and Mizuno in Minami are both great spots for okonomiyaki as well as Mizuno in Minami. Dotombori Kamakura Lucua Osaka is a favorite amongst locals for ramen. Osaka has a variety of international cuisine too, El Pancho is a popular Mexican restaurant in Shinsaibashi with vegan options too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villagehouse.jp\/en\/?utm_source=vhblog&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_campaign=2020&amp;utm_content=2019-12-16-static-property-768x300-v1-enhp-sitevisitors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/768x300-EN.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1862\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/768x300-EN.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/768x300-EN-300x117.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Osaka is full of cute and unique cafes. If you are considering what to do in Osaka during rain and wanting to still enjoy some fresh air without getting soaked, the street parallel to the river in Kitahama is full of independent caf\u00e9s with sheltered outdoor seating overlooking the river. Try out the local favorite Brooklyn caf\u00e9, watching the rainfall into the river with a tasty cup of coffee is a lovely way to chill out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for things to do in Osaka in the rain that feel a little sophisticated why not try a very English afternoon tea at the Ritz-Carlton? It is a great spot for a fancy date or celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Woman-laying-on-her-stomach-in-a-spa-with-heated-spa-rocks-on-her-back-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman laying on her stomach in a spa with heated spa rocks on her back\" class=\"wp-image-6992\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Woman-laying-on-her-stomach-in-a-spa-with-heated-spa-rocks-on-her-back-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Woman-laying-on-her-stomach-in-a-spa-with-heated-spa-rocks-on-her-back-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Woman-laying-on-her-stomach-in-a-spa-with-heated-spa-rocks-on-her-back-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Woman-laying-on-her-stomach-in-a-spa-with-heated-spa-rocks-on-her-back-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Woman-laying-on-her-stomach-in-a-spa-with-heated-spa-rocks-on-her-back-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Spa World and other relaxing things to do in Osaka when it\u2019s raining<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to relax and wondering what to do in Osaka during rain, we have you sorted! Visiting a <em>sento<\/em> or <em>onsen<\/em> is one of the many cultural indoor activities Osaka has to offer. The enormous Spa World is an exciting complex with different themed baths. It is divided into genders which alternate monthly between the Asian zone and the European zone. Entry to the <em>onsen<\/em> and gym is \\1500 for adults. Looking for things to do in Osaka in the rain with children? Spa World also has a leisure pool with waterslides \u2013 access to the waterslides is at an additional cost, but it will entertain any kids, or anyone young at heart!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you could visit an onsen town when it\u2019s raining. Whilst not strictly in Osaka, Arima Onsen is only a short trip away on the train. Kutsurogi no Sato Yuraku is another onsen, on the Yostubashi Line in Osaka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Miniature-display-of-Osaka-in-the-edo-era-at-the-museum-of-housing-history.jpg\" alt=\"Miniature display of Osaka in the edo era at the museum of housing history\" class=\"wp-image-7001\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Miniature-display-of-Osaka-in-the-edo-era-at-the-museum-of-housing-history.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Miniature-display-of-Osaka-in-the-edo-era-at-the-museum-of-housing-history-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Miniature-display-of-Osaka-in-the-edo-era-at-the-museum-of-housing-history-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Museums and cultural things to do in Osaka when it\u2019s raining.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make the most of the cultural indoor activities Osaka can offer and have a go at making pottery at the Maishima Pottery Museum. Other indoor activities Osaka has to offer include &#8211; but are not limited to &#8211; cooking classes at Osaka Kitchen and taiko lessons at the Taiko Center Umekita studio. In such a big city you will likely find classes for almost anything you might want to learn, so it\u2019s worth having a search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the Museum of Housing and Living, you can explore what life looked like in Osaka during the Edo, Meiji, Taisho, and Showa periods. It\u2019s an immersive experience where you can rent kimonos and walk-through recreated streets. The Osaka Science Museum and the National Museum of Art are also popular places to learn about science and culture whilst keeping dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-couple-overlooking-the-Tombori-river-walk-in-Osaka-on-an-overcast-day.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese couple overlooking the Tombori river walk in Osaka on an overcast day\" class=\"wp-image-6998\" width=\"532\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-couple-overlooking-the-Tombori-river-walk-in-Osaka-on-an-overcast-day.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-couple-overlooking-the-Tombori-river-walk-in-Osaka-on-an-overcast-day-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Japanese-couple-overlooking-the-Tombori-river-walk-in-Osaka-on-an-overcast-day-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 532px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Arcades and fun things to do in Osaka when it\u2019s raining.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Round1 arcades can provide shelter from the heavy Osaka rain as well as amusement for all ages. Anyone with children looking for what to do in Osaka during rain might find an answer in the Round1 Stadium. There are so many different indoor activities Osaka Round1 provides \u2013 the arcade, batting cages, bowling, karaoke rooms, bull riding, roller skating, tennis courts, pool tables, darts, and more \u2013 you can easily spend a whole day here without even needing to think about the outside. If you are not comfortable with loud crowd noises and bright lights this might not be the best place for you, it\u2019s an experience for your senses!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Red-and-blue-neon-sign-of-a-Karoke-shop-at-night.jpg\" alt=\"Red and blue neon sign of a Karoke shop at night\" class=\"wp-image-7004\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Red-and-blue-neon-sign-of-a-Karoke-shop-at-night.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Red-and-blue-neon-sign-of-a-Karoke-shop-at-night-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Red-and-blue-neon-sign-of-a-Karoke-shop-at-night-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Karaoke and night-life things to do in Osaka when it\u2019s raining<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Arcades are also great if you are looking for nighttime things to do in Osaka in the rain. Stuck for ideas on what to do in Osaka during rain? Try karaoke! One of the nation\u2019s most favorited indoor activities, Osaka of course has plenty of karaoke bars. It is easy to find places to enjoy karaoke, whether it is in the privacy of a rented booth or good company at an izakaya or bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villagehouse.jp\/en\/?utm_source=vhblog&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_campaign=2020&amp;utm_content=2019-12-16-static-property-768x300-v1-enhp-sitevisitors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/768x300-EN.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1862\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/768x300-EN.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/768x300-EN-300x117.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For anyone wanting to go out drinking, spending the night hopping between tiny bars in the Misono building is one of the most exciting things to do in Osaka when it is raining. The building seems like it is past its heyday, but this just adds to the charm. You are pretty much guaranteed to have a weird but wonderful night in the intimate bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Osaka is at its most beautiful in the rain too with the combination of the clouds, buildings, and bright looks looking very mysterious. No matter the weather, Osaka will have something for you. In this unique city filled with character, there is always something to do.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Food-related activities to do in Osaka when it\u2019s raining. We will start with the obvious things to do in Osaka in the rain. In the city known as the \u2018nations kitchen\u2019, there are ample opportunities to sample delicious food. 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