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About Osaka
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Top Attractions in Osaka
Activities
Dotonbori
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Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
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Katsuoji Temple
Around Osaka
Area
Namba
Osaka is the capital of Osaka Prefecture and one of Kansai's most beautiful cities. During night time, the illuminated billboards and skyscrapers light up the city. Places include Namba, Osaka's..
Area
Sakai City
Sakai is a bustling city in Osaka prefecture brimming with scenic parks, keyhole-shaped burial mounds, and temples. Just under an hour away from Osaka city, Sakai, also well-known for its quality..
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Osaka City
Osaka city needs no introductions. As a major tourist hub in Japan, Osaka rivals Tokyo in terms of attractions and food. Visitors will be spoilt for choice with Universal Studios Osaka, Osaka..
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About Osaka
| Region | Kansai |
|---|---|
| Island | Honshu |
| Population | 8,865,245 |
| Area | 1904.99 km² |
The center of western Japan and the home of Japanese comedy, Osaka Prefecture (大阪府, Ōsaka-fu) is lively at all times, as the business district in Umeda, the shopping area of Shinsaibashi, and the neon-lit nightlife district of Dotonbori reflect the upbeat and friendly nature of the local people.
But if you’re tired of the urbanity, Osaka Castle and the Expo Commemoration Park (which contains the National Museum of Ethnology and the iconic Tower of the Sun) ensure that you won’t run out of things to do. And that’s without even mentioning Universal Studios Japan.
Walking around the streets of Osaka can be a gastronomical experience, with many food stalls selling takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and other delicious fast foods and snacks. And if you have the luxury to splurge, have dinner at Kitcho, one of the most high class Japanese restaurants.
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Upcoming Osaka Events
Culture
Otaue Rice Planting Festival 2024
Friday - Jun 14th
Japan reaffirms its deep connections with its staple crop at the annual Sumiyoshi Shrine rice-planting festival in Osaka on June..
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Activities
Motor Camp Expo 2024
Jun 15th - Jun 16th
The Motor Camp Expo started in 2019 as a way to promote road trips and the myriad of outdoor activities associated with them, so..
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Culture
Good Coffee Fest @ Hanshin 2024
Mid Jun
The Good Coffee Fest is an event that introduces some of Japan's best coffee shops in person, with a variety of brews on offer...
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Where to eat in Osaka
Food
Dotonbori's Top Restaurants
Veronica Carnevale
A saying associated with Dotonbori is kuidaore, which means to go bankrupt after spending a large amount of money on food. Not surprisingly,..
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Food
Blue Birds Rooftop Terrace
Drewe Salahor
Located on the top floor of Maraiza’s Landmark Square, the terrace offers panoramic views over Osaka Castle as well as a Japan..
243 5
Food
Bear Paw Cafe
Kim
On first glances, Osaka's newly-opened Bear Paw Cafe may seem like a cute gimmick, but it's much more than that.
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Places to stay in Osaka
Accommodation
Amami Onsen Nanten-en
Gary Luscombe
Amami Onsen Nanten-en is a traditional ryokan inn hidden deep within the Osaka countryside. Immersed in history and culture, boasting..
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Accommodation
Shinobu Ishikawa
Located in Osaka, Neko-Yokujo and Neko-Hatago is a cat cafe and dormitory-style inn designed for cat rescue. The cafe and inn feature..
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Accommodation
karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower
Alexander Farrell
Visitors seeking a convenient base for exploring Western Japan will find karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower the perfect place..
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Latest Osaka Reports
Activities
Two New Demon Slayer Attractions Are Opening at Uni...
Veronica Carnevale
From July 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025, USJ will open two new Demon Slayer-themed rides.
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Culture
Six “Treasures of Osaka” You Must See When Visiting...
Veronica Carnevale
To share Osaka’s heritage with travelers, six museums in Osaka will host a promotional campaign called the “OSAKA-HAKU” in con..
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Food
Shu'n Wine and Dine Swissotel Namba
Bonson Lam
Onkochishin is a philosophy that I often associate with the chefs of Osaka. Confucius explains, “Exploring the old and deducin..
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About Osaka
| Region | Kansai |
|---|---|
| Island | Honshu |
| Population | 8,865,245 |
| Area | 1904.99 km² |
The center of western Japan and the home of Japanese comedy, Osaka Prefecture (大阪府, Ōsaka-fu) is lively at all times, as the business district in Umeda, the shopping area of Shinsaibashi, and the neon-lit nightlife district of Dotonbori reflect the upbeat and friendly nature of the local people.
But if you’re tired of the urbanity, Osaka Castle and the Expo Commemoration Park (which contains the National Museum of Ethnology and the iconic Tower of the Sun) ensure that you won’t run out of things to do. And that’s without even mentioning Universal Studios Japan.
Walking around the streets of Osaka can be a gastronomical experience, with many food stalls selling takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and other delicious fast foods and snacks. And if you have the luxury to splurge, have dinner at Kitcho, one of the most high class Japanese restaurants.
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