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Japan

Honmachi / Thriving urban jungle

MeowScore 😼73/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

The beautiful cherry blossoms are in full bloom and Golden Week celebrations begin.

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january

Visit shrines, enjoy shopping in the new year sales.

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february

Celebrate Setsubun and Valentine's Day.

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march

Experience Hina Matsuri and early blooming cherry blossoms.

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april

Enjoy the peak bloom of cherry blossoms and the start of Golden Week.

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may

Participate in the Kanda Matsuri festival and enjoy Matsuri festivities.

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june

Visit the Tado Festival and enjoy rainy season scenery.

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july

Escape the heat with a visit to Gion Matsuri festival and Yudate at Yuda Onsen.

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august

Obon Festival and summer fireworks.

🍁
september

Enjoy Autumn Leaves at beautiful parks such as Tōdai-ji.

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october

Experience traditional Chrysanthemum Festival displays and the start of fall.

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november

View stunning fall colors and participate in Shichi-Go-San.

❄️
december

Enjoy winter illuminations and year-end sales.

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Expensive city

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Honmachi is generally expensive for visiting cats, with high-end luxury stores and designer brands dominating the area. However, there are also some budget-friendly options for those looking to save money.

Visit local markets and thrift stores for unique finds at a lower price.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

for a short city break

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

for a short city break

Honmachi is a small city, often visited as a day trip from nearby Kyoto or Osaka.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Honmachi

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Honmachi

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common, and credit cards are accepted in most establishments. It is customary to say 'gochisosama deshita' after the meal, thanking the staff.

internet situation

great Speed

Mostly fast but occasional slow down.

excellent Availability

Widely available, easy to access.

great Cellular

Good coverage across the city.

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Decently bike-friendly

walkable

Well-designed infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Moderately accepting

A fur-midable place, Honmachi boasts of claw-some shopping and paw-some dining experiences.

Cats will surely purr with delight at its lively yet cozy atmosphere.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Hozenji Temple
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Dōtonbori
🎭
National Bunraku Theater
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Nipponbashi District
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Kema Sakuranomiya Park

The mainstream

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Hozenji Temple

A purrfectly tranquil temple tucked away in a small alley. The main deity, Fudo Myo-o, is believed to grant wishes related to pawsperity and good fortune.

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🍣
Dōtonbori

A furr-tastic street filled with colorful signs, delicious food, and lively crowds. Perfect for cats who love to eat, people-watch, and explore new places.

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🎭
National Bunraku Theater

A meow-velous theater where visitors can watch traditional Japanese puppetry shows. Perfect for cats who appreciate the arts and cultural performances.

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🛍️
Nipponbashi District

A cat-tastic shopping street filled with anime, manga, and electronics shops. Perfect for cats who love geeky stuff and window shopping.

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Kema Sakuranomiya Park

A paw-some park to admire cherry blossom trees with a view of Osaka Castle. Perfect for cats who love nature and scenic walks.

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Off the beaten path

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Fishy Business
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Purfect Paws Spa
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Meowtains
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Nekobukuro
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Tomcat Cafe

Off the beaten path

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Fishy Business

This hidden fish market offers the freshest seafood in town, and is a favorite spot for local cats. Purrfect for a seafood feast! 🐟🍣

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💆‍♀️
Purfect Paws Spa

Treat your cat paws to some pampering at this luxurious spa. From pawdicures to massages, they offer it all! 🐾💅

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🧗‍♀️
Meowtains

This indoor mountain climbing gym is designed for adventurous cats of all skill levels. Try scaling the towering walls and enjoy the view from the top! 🌄

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🎭
Nekobukuro

A hidden cat-themed amusement park with a cat playground, cat cosplay photo studio, and a cat cafe. It's the ultimate destination for cat-loving cats! 🐈‍⬛

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🐾
Tomcat Cafe

This cozy cat cafe in the heart of Honmachi offers a variety of cat-themed drinks and snacks. Relax with the resident cats and enjoy their company! 😻

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biking possible

Decently bike-friendly

walkable

Well-designed infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Moderately accepting

Mindful meoweler tips

Honmachi: A bustling catnip of Japanese culture

Relish the catnap-like calmness in Honmachi. Come here for kitty-centric experiences, from cat cafes to cat islands.

Be the cat's whiskers: discover Honmachi's scenic beauty

Take your paws for a walk and get lost in Honmachi's hidden alleys, temples and gardens. Don't miss the paw-some cherry blossoms in spring!

Meow-some museum experience in Honmachi

Unleash the art-loving cat in you at Honmachi's unusual museums. Hop on the cat bus and visit the National Museum of Art or the Osaka Science Museum.

Useful external sites

www.japan-guide.com

Japan Guide↗

Comprehensive guide to travel in Honmachi and throughout Japan.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1066443-Honmachi_Nishiku_Osaka_Osaka_Prefecture_Kinki-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Reviews, recommendations and advice for accommodations, restaurants, and attractions in Honmachi.

www.japan.travel/en/destinations/kansai/osaka/nishi/honmachi

Japan National Tourism Organization↗

Official tourism website for Japan, provides information on attractions, events, and travel tips in Honmachi and across the country.

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