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Brooke Larsen's Articles: Insights, Tips, and Expertise

Brooke lived in Osaka, Japan for six years, honing her expertise on local attractions, culture, food, & the outdoors. She has been travel writing since 2011.

See and Do

Great Things To Do in Osaka's Fukushima District

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Things To Do

Top 10 Things to Do and See in Kyobashi, Osaka

Top 10 Things to Do and See in Kyobashi, Osaka image
See and Do

15 Great Things To Do on a Rainy Day in Osaka

15 Great Things To Do on a Rainy Day in Osaka image
See and Do

The Best Things to Do in Nakazakicho, Osaka

The Best Things to Do in Nakazakicho, Osaka image
Culture

10 Differences Between Shinto and Buddhism

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Things To Do

The Best Markets in Osaka

The Best Markets in Osaka image
Things To Do

The 8 Most Beautiful Beaches in Japan

The 8 Most Beautiful Beaches in Japan image
Hotels & Hostels

The 7 Best Capsule Hotels in Tokyo, Japan

The 7 Best Capsule Hotels in Tokyo, Japan image
Guides & Tips

The 13 Must-Visit Neighbourhoods in Osaka

The 13 Must-Visit Neighbourhoods in Osaka image
Things To Do

The 9 Best Things to Do in Shinsaibashi

The 9 Best Things to Do in Shinsaibashi image
See and Do

The Best Things to Do in Dōtonbori, Osaka

The Best Things to Do in Dōtonbori, Osaka image
See and Do

The Best Tourist Attractions in Osaka, Japan

The Best Tourist Attractions in Osaka, Japan image
Alternative & Unique

The Best Capsule Hotels in Shinjuku, Tokyo

The Best Capsule Hotels in Shinjuku, Tokyo image
Alternative & Unique

The Best Ryokan to Book in Osaka, Japan

The Best Ryokan to Book in Osaka, Japan image
See and Do

What to Do in Wakayama City, Japan

What to Do in Wakayama City, Japan image
Restaurants

The 10 Best Places To Eat and Drink on Tenjinbashisuji, Osaka

The 10 Best Places To Eat and Drink on Tenjinbashisuji, Osaka image
Bars & Cafes

The Best Bars in Nakazakicho, Osaka

The Best Bars in Nakazakicho, Osaka image
Bars & Cafes

The Best Bars in Tenma, Osaka

The Best Bars in Tenma, Osaka image
Bars & Cafes

The Best Cafés in Nakazakicho, Osaka

The Best Cafés in Nakazakicho, Osaka image
Restaurants

The Best 24-Hour Restaurants in Osaka

The Best 24-Hour Restaurants in Osaka image
Bars & Cafes

Where To Eat and Drink in Hozenji Yokocho Alley, Osaka

Where To Eat and Drink in Hozenji Yokocho Alley, Osaka image
Foodie Inspiration

The Best Brunch Spots in Minami and Namba, Osaka

The Best Brunch Spots in Minami and Namba, Osaka image
Ready-made itineraries

How To Spend a Week in the Kansai Region

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Shops

7 Great Stores To Explore on Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, Osaka

7 Great Stores To Explore on Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, Osaka image

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