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Season Guide

Winter in Osaka

Winter in Osaka is a comfortable place because the snow is not too intense and thick, there are many activities you can do to enliven your Christmas and New Year holidays here:

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Weather

  • Winter in Osaka (December-February) is cold but not too extreme for vacationing. Snow rarely falls.

  • Average temperatures range from 5-8°C. January is the coldest month with an average temperature of around 6°C.

  • It is a good idea to bring layers such as sweaters, heavy coats or down jackets, scarves, and gloves. The days are usually bright with warm sunshine even though it is cold.

Activities

  • Enjoy winter illuminations: Osaka is famous for its beautiful winter light displays, such as the Osaka Hikari Renaissance and the Osaka Castle Illumination.

  • Try winter cuisine: Don’t miss out on hot dishes like oden or fugu (pufferfish) hot pot. You can also find a variety of winter snacks in Dotonbori.

  • Ice skating at Namba Parks: You can go ice skating in the open air of Namba Parks.

  • Visit a Christmas market: Several Christmas markets are held in Osaka during December.

  • First day at a shrine (Hatsumode): If you’re in Osaka during New Year’s, join in the tradition of Hatsumode by visiting a shrine to pray.

  • Hot springs: Warm up in hot springs (onsen) around Osaka.

  • Plum blossom (Ume) hunting: In late winter, you can look for plum blossoms as they start to bloom.

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Tips & Tricks

  • Snow is rare, so you don’t have to worry about slippery roads due to heavy snow.

  • Crowds can increase especially during the Christmas and New Year holidays, so book accommodation and attraction tickets well in advance if possible.

  • Days may be warm in the sun, but temperatures can drop drastically at night, so dress warmly.

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