Osaka Travel Tips
Osaka (大阪, Ōsaka), Japan's second-largest metropolitan area after Tokyo, has been the Kansai region's economic hub for centuries. Historically known as Naniwa, it was Japan's first capital before the Nara Period, when the capital shifted with each new emperor.
In the 16th century, Toyotomi Hideyoshi built Osaka Castle, and the city was poised to become Japan's political center. However, after Hideyoshi's death, Tokugawa Ieyasu ended the Toyotomi lineage and moved the capital to Edo (now Tokyo), changing the course of history.
Attractions
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- Shinsekai —
- Umeda —
- Chuo —
- Shinsekai —
- Osaka Bay Area —
- Amerikamura —
- Den Den Town
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1Universal StudiosPopular theme park at Osaka's waterfront
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2Osaka AquariumOne of Japans most impressive aquariums
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3Osaka CastleReplica of the original castle
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4Sumiyoshi TaishaHead shrine of all Sumiyoshi Shrines
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5Osaka Museum of HistoryEngaging exhibits and castle views
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6Shitennoji TempleOldest temple, pagoda, historical significance
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7Abeno HarukasSkyscraper with observation deck
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8Osaka StationModern transportation hub with shopping
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9Bunraku TheaterVenue for Japanese puppet theater plays
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10Minoo ParkForested park with waterfall
Events
Itineraries
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Nearby
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1KyotoKyoto was for a 1000 years the capital of Japan
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2NaraKnown as Japan's first capital
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3HimejiKnown for its most beautiful castle in Japan
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4UjiCity south of Kyoto known for its temple and tea
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5KobeHarbor city, recovered from the 1995 earthquake
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6Iga UenoKnown for its rich history and ninja heritage
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7YoshinoJapan's most famous cherry blossom spot
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8Asuka and SakuraiThe cradle of Japanese civilization
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9OsakaOsaka is Japan's second-largest metropolitan
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10KoyasanMountain town known for its impressive temples
Reviews
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5/5 - Excellent
The Osaka pancake is a must try!
2 months ago — by Emma