Are you planning to go to Osaka and thinking about what is good to do in Osaka in March?
We know that there are many places to visit in Osaka. But there are other places that are good to visit depending on the season.
In this article, I would like to share the best things to do in Osaka this March. Many places to go and events that you can participate in and enjoy.
March in Osaka
March is one of the best months to visit Osaka. This is due to its perfect weather, being the beginning of spring and the end of the winter season. This is also the month when there are many cherry trees blooming early and there are many places or tourist spots that can be visited in Osaka for Sakura viewing.
Many events are held in different places in Osaka where you can enjoy the seasonal foods that are popular. Because of the nice weather, it is also good to go for a walk or sightseeing; there is an average temperature of 9°C around the Kansai region but sometimes it reaches 20°C during the daytime and there are days that are still cold even during daytime. Here are the 10 things to do in the month of March in Osaka.
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1. Osaka Castle Park, Plum Grove
The Osaka Castle is not only famous for its cherry blossoms but they are also known as having the best spot to view the plum blossom in the Kansai Region.
It has 1,235 plums with different types in 104 varieties that you can see every year from January to March from its early bloom up to its late bloom.
2. Watch the Osaka Grand Sumo Tournament
Sumo (相撲) was originated in Japan; it’s a Japanese style of wrestling and considered Japan’s National Sport. Japan is the only country where it is practiced professionally and even at the present time, the Sumo sport has ritual elements included such as the use of salt purification from Shinto.
This March, there will be a Grand Sumo Tournament held in Osaka Edion Arena ( Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium) from March 12 to 26, 2023.
3. Osaka Asian Film Festival 2023
The Osaka Asian Film Festival (OAFF) intends to help develop and exchange human resources to stimulate Osaka’s economy and increase the City’s appeal by providing opportunities to watch great Asian Films. Also by promoting Osaka to the world as a gateway city for Asian Films.
And they will hold their event on the 10th-19th of March in ABC Hall, Cine Libre Umeda, Umeda Burg 7, Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, and the National Museum of Art, Osaka
4. Join the Universal Studio Japan Events
Universal Studio Japan in Osaka is one of the best theme parks in Japan. It gives world-class entertainment such as unique and authentic attractions and shows etc. All months of the year are great to go. They have events scheduled for the month of March as follows.
Universal Easter Celebration
Magical Creatures Encounter ~Encounter with Magical Creatures~
5. Visiting Yamazaki Whisky Museum
A place where you can taste and experience amazing Japanese whisky. If you are looking to gain a good knowledge of whisky, the Yamazaki Whisky Museum offers tours and free tastings. You can enjoy this extraordinary experience throughout the month of the year so you can also include it in your list that you can visit this March.