Ever wondered how the iconic Takoyaki is made in its birthplace, Osaka, Japan? Join me as I explore the bustling streets of Osaka to see how this famous octopus-filled snack is crafted to perfection!

OSAKA--Littering has long soiled the bustling Dotonbori district here as tourists who enjoyed takoyaki and other local specialties often just tossed away the plastic trays and sticks. But now ...

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Shannon Osaka is a climate reporter covering policy, culture, and science for The Washington Post. She came to The Post after two and a half years at the nonprofit environment journalism outlet ...

The affordable hotel had the same winning formula as our Tokyo base but with a few extra comforts, including a full restaurant, nightly free beer and takoyaki (Osaka’s signature street food of ...