Japan Kansai Osaka
A bustling urban center, Osaka blends Japanese innovation with ancient traditions, and offers superb culinary experiences.
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A bustling urban center, Osaka blends Japanese innovation with ancient traditions, and offers superb culinary experiences.
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Mostly destroyed during WWII, Osaka features a distinctly cosmopolitan vibe, with fine dining, skyscrapers, and 3 million inhabitants.
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Ride up 112m on this 17 minute long Ferris wheel ride, which offers spectacular views of Osaka Bay and the surrounding area.
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Visit Japan's tallest skyscraper for amazing views from its observation deck. The building also features a museum, restaurants, and shops.
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Most of the buildings of Japan's first Buddhist temple were destroyed over the years, but meticulously rebuilt.
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Visit at night for the full experience, this bustling street is known for excellent shopping, fine dining, theater, and more.
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Similar to the Universal Studios theme parks in the United States, the rides in this exciting park are based on TV and films.
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Enjoy 360 degree views of the city, all the way out to Awaji Island from this impressive 170m high observation deck.
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One of Japan's most iconic landmarks, this famous castle's grounds span over 15 acres, encompassing 13 important structures.
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Home to the Mint Museum where visitors can learn about Japanese currency, the Mint also boasts over 300 stunning cherry blossom trees.
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An impressive spa complex that draws water from natural geothermal springs, featuring pools, Jacuzzis, and more.
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Stroll through this bustling historic shopping district, make sure to check out the variety of shops and excellent restaurants.
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Predating Buddhism in Japan, this famous 3C shrine is one of the world's only examples of Sumiyoshi-zukuri shrine architecture.
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A sprawling public park, home to several of Osaka's most important buildings, including City Hall, museums, a library, and more.
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One of the world's largest aquariums, this amazing complex focuses on Pacific marine life including over 580 aquatic species.
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Home to one of the world's finest collections of ceramics from Korea, Japan, and China, this museum boasts 15 National Treasure pieces.
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