07/19/2026
From the peaceful streets of Kyoto our journey continued to vibrant Osaka, Japan’s food capital. More compact than Tokyo Osaka is easy to explore while offering an incredible mix of history, nightlife, shopping and some of the country’s best street food.
Our home for the next two nights was the beautiful Ritz-Carlton, Osaka. It offers the timeless elegance of a classic European mansion with grand chandeliers, marble floors, rich wood paneling and the impeccable Ritz-Carlton service.
The hotel offers an outstanding collection of dining experiences including the Michelin-starred La Baie for French cuisine, Hanagatami for traditional Japanese dining, Splendido for Italian cuisine and Xiang Tao for authentic Cantonese dishes. It also features elegant event and wedding venues, an indoor pool, a fitness centre, a spa and one of the city’s most iconic luxury hotel lobbies.
We explored Osaka’s lively streets and famous local markets before enjoying a food tour. From crispy tempura to fluffy Osaka-style pancakes every stop gave us another taste of why the city has earned its reputation as one of Japan’s greatest culinary destinations.
A heartfelt thank you to The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka for welcoming our group with such warmth and for showcasing yet another unique side of Japanese luxury hospitality.
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company