‘Work hard, play hard’ at Centara Grand in Osaka

The aesthetic of Japan oscillates between minimalist and futuristic. Locals and tourists alike will either foray into a classic vinyl bar or a venue adorned in a manga-esque aesthetic. Yet, it seems for a while there was a gap in the market for a venue that bridges these archetypes – a place where heritage and antiquated venues fuse with the avant-garde and ultramodern. Centara Grand is home to not one but four gorgeous venues. Located in the heart of Osaka, the hospitality experience was