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Kansai Airport (KIX)

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Kansai Airport (KIX)

Dotonbori

Osaka

Activities

Dotonbori

Universal Studios Japan

Osaka

Activities

Universal Studios Japan

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Osaka Castle

Osaka

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Osaka Castle

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About Osaka

Region	Kansai
Island	Honshu
Capital	Osaka
Population	8,865,245
Area	1904.99 sq. km

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

Takatsuki Jazz Street Festival

Nightlife

Takatsuki Jazz Street Festival

Early May

Live Jazz music at it's very best. A must for all Jazz-lovers.

Takatsuki City 2 Free

Koinobori Festa 1000

Culture

Koinobori Festa 1000

Apr 27 - May 5th

On May 5th, cities and villages throughout hold koinobori (carp-streamers) festivals in celebration of Children’s Day, a day t..

Akutagawa Sakurazutsumi Park.. 2 6 Free

Niku Fes Osaka

Food

Niku Fes Osaka

Apr 29 - May 10th

Niku Fes Osaka is an annual event celebrating all things meat. Carnivores will be delighted with the range of eats on offer, with..

Nagai Park Free

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Tours and experiences

Japan Tour: Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Tokyo

TOURS

Japan Tour: Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Tokyo

Japan Travel delivers the best of Japan for you to enjoy it all. Check out the gourmet Osaka scene, the mystical temples of Kyoto..

7 days ¥240,000 +

Samurai Experience in Sennan, Osaka Prefecture

TOURS

Samurai Experience in Sennan, Osaka Prefecture

Discover what the actual daily life of a samurai in feudal era Japan encompassed. Join us on a trip to the past and experience wearing..

2 days ¥40,000 +

Half-Day Osaka Off-The-Beaten Track Walking Tour

EXPERIENCES

Half-Day Osaka Off-The-Beaten Track Walking Tour

Come experience both the excitement of Osaka's top spots and the interesting allure of the more hidden gems scattered abou..

4 hours ¥5,400 +

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Where to eat in Osaka

Naniwa Tomoare

Food

Naniwa Tomoare

Tad Ichimiya

Naniwa Tomoare is a Yakitori restaurant located in Matsubara, and known for its duck ranch called Tsumura Honten. The Aigamo meat..

176 1

Meiji Chocolate Factory

Food

Meiji Chocolate Factory

Noriko Duck

The Meiji Chocolate Factory is conveniently located between Osaka and Kyoto on the JR Kyoto line, in Takatsuki. You can't miss..

2

Maidreamin Maid Cafe Osaka

Cafe

Maidreamin Maid Cafe Osaka

Alexandra Dorovici

Maidreamin Maid Café is a coffee shop in DenDen town, close to Namba station. The inside of the shop looks like a dollhouse an..

1 1

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Places to stay in Osaka

The Westin Osaka

Luxury

The Westin Osaka

Takako Sakamoto

The Westin Osaka: Five-star American hotel near JR Osaka Station located in Shin Umeda City has heavenly beds, spacious rooms, and..

15 4

Amami Onsen Nanten-en

Accommodation

Amami Onsen Nanten-en

Gary Luscombe

A traditional ryokan inn hidden deep within the Osaka countryside. Immersed in history and culture and boasting natural hot-springs..

115 5

HOTEL MYSTAYS Otemae in Osaka

Accommodation

HOTEL MYSTAYS Otemae in Osaka

Tatiana Markina

Hotel MyStays Otemae is a perfect place for accommodation in Osaka, with subway access to Namba. It has good service, including..

2

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Tako-jinja

Culture

Tako-jinja

Gary Luscombe

Tako-jinja is a small shrine in southern Osaka close to the birthplace of Takamuko-no-Kuromaro. A largely forgotten figure, he was..

43 4

The Sights of Kishiwada

Culture

The Sights of Kishiwada

Tom Fay

An introduction to the historical and cultural attractions of Kishiwada, including the castle, danjiri (festival) hall, and places..

3 5

Hotel City Plaza Osaka

Accommodation

Hotel City Plaza Osaka

Elena Lisina

The main attractive features of the Hotel City Plaza Osaka is the rooftop spa with a rest zone outside, and a variety of special..

2

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About Osaka

Region	Kansai
Island	Honshu
Capital	Osaka
Population	8,865,245
Area	1904.99 sq. km

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.

Around Osaka

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