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Top Attractions in Osaka

Dotonbori

Activities

Dotonbori

4.3 (4) 4 Reviews

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Activities

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

4.5 (2) 2 Reviews

Osaka Castle

Culture

Osaka Castle

3.6 (5) 5 Reviews

Universal Studios Japan

Activities

Universal Studios Japan

3 (2) 2 Reviews

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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

The Pioneers: Masters of Edo Painting

Culture

The Pioneers: Masters of Edo Painting

Sep 12th - Nov 8th

A special exhibition titled "The Pioneers: Masters of Edo Painting" is taking place until November 8th at Osaka's Abeno Harukas..

Abeno Harukas ¥1,400

Shinno-sai Festival

Culture

Shinno-sai Festival

Nov 22nd - Nov 23rd

Held annually on 22nd to 23rd November, Shinno-sai is the last festival to be held in Osaka, thus also known as the Tome-no-ma..

Sukunahikona Shrine

Masterpieces of Calligraphy

Culture

Masterpieces of Calligraphy

Oct 3rd - Nov 29th

A special exhibit taking place at the Kuboso Memorial Museum of Arts is titled "Masterpieces of Calligraphy: Sutras, Bokuseki, and..

Kuboso Memorial Museum of.. 1 5 ¥600

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Tours and experiences

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 +

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 +

Osaka Local Food and Culture Night Tour

EXPERIENCES

Osaka Local Food and Culture Night Tour

4.0(1 Review)

Join us for a just slightly offbeat, food, drink, and transit inclusive night tour of Tenma and Kyobashi. These are two of Osaka's..

3 hours ¥12,000 +

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Where to eat in Osaka

Naniwa Tomoare

Food

Naniwa Tomoare

Tad Ichimiya

Naniwa Tomoare is known for its duck ranch called Tsumura Honten. The Aigamo meat is tender and tasty, and was given a brand name..

180 1

Maidreamin Maid Cafe

Food

Maidreamin Maid Cafe

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..

17 1

Yakitori Ayamuya

Food

Yakitori Ayamuya

Barry Louie

Away from the neon lights of Namba and just moments from the office towers of Umeda, on a quiet street in Osaka’s Fukushima Di..

39 1

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Places to stay in Osaka

Fraser Residences

Accommodation

Fraser Residences

Bonson Lam

Clean, comfortable beds, elegant décor, close to public transport, helpful staff - The Fraser Residence has them all in spades.

2

Cat Spa & Cat Ryokan in Osaka: Neko-Yokujo & Neko-Hatago

Accommodation

Cat Spa & Cat Ryokan in Osaka: Neko-Yokujo & Neko-H...

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..

2 12

Toyoko Inn Juso Osaka

Accommodation

Toyoko Inn Juso Osaka

Bonson Lam

Juso is working man’s Osaka. Close enough to the business district in Umeda, but far enough not to pay premium tariffs for hot..

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Latest Osaka Reports

Mount Kongo

Activities

Mount Kongo

Gary Luscombe

Mount Kongo is the highest mountain in Osaka and from its summit, you can view the whole of the prefecture at once. It is also a..

47 13

Kanii Jinja

Culture

Kanii Jinja

Gary Luscombe

Kanii jinja is a tiny shrine in rural Osaka linked to the very first Emperor of Japan. Sadly, like many countryside shrines, its..

41 10

Umeda Sky Building in Osaka

Culture

Umeda Sky Building in Osaka

Lily Taki

Umeda Sky Building is located at the centre of Osaka city. At 173m in height, it consists of the East Tower, West Tower and the..

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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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