Osaka Japan · 오사카

What to wear

Actual feel varies with wind and rain, but the tips below should help you build a comfortable travel outfit.

Osaka outfit guide

• • 🌡️ 5-10℃: Heat-tech or thermal inner + knit or hoodie + a thick coat works well. When the wind picks up it can feel much colder, so a scarf and beanie make a big difference.
• • 🌡️ 10-18℃: Light knit or sweatshirt + trench coat or light padded jacket is a safe combo. Daytime can feel warm enough to carry your outerwear in your bag, so pick something lightweight.
• • 🌡️ 18-25℃: A T-shirt with a light shirt or cardigan on top is usually enough. Subways and shops can be strongly air-conditioned, so keep a thin outer layer handy if you get cold indoors.
• • 🌡️ 25℃+ midsummer: Breathable short sleeves or tank tops + linen/cotton shorts or wide pants are the most comfortable. Sun is strong, so hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and spare T-shirts are highly recommended.
• • 👟 Shoes: You will easily walk over 10,000-15,000 steps a day in Namba, Umeda, and around Osaka Castle, so cushioned sneakers or walking shoes are best.
• • 🧳 Extras: Small folding umbrella or light rain poncho, power bank, and a small towel/handkerchief help a lot on humid or rainy days.

Travel tips

• • 🚆 Look into Kansai Thru Pass or IC cards like ICOCA in advance—having one transit card makes trains and subways much easier.
• • 🍜 Namba, Umeda, Shinsaibashi, and Dotonbori are crowded even at night. Group your dinner and shopping plans in the same area to save time and energy.
• • 🗺️ If you plan day trips to Kyoto or Nara, first check travel time from your base station (Osaka/Umeda/Namba), then pin cafés and lunch spots nearby.
• • 💳 Cards are widely accepted, but some small restaurants and shops are still cash-only. Carry around ¥3,000-5,000 in cash per day just in case.
• • ⏰ Subways are very crowded during rush hour (weekdays 8-9am, 5-7pm). If you have luggage, avoid those times when possible.

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