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Osaka (大阪, Ōsaka) is Japan's second largest metropolitan area after Tokyo. It has been the economic powerhouse of the Kansai Region for many centuries. Osaka was formerly known as Naniwa. Before the Nara Period, when the capital used to be moved with the reign of each new emperor, Naniwa was once Japan's capital city, the first one ever known.
Okonomiyaki is a pancake-like dish popular in various styles across Japan. In Osaka, shredded cabbage and other ingredients such as squid, prawn, octopus or meat are mixed into a flour-based batter and cooked before eaten with okonomiyaki sauce, mayonnaise, green laver (aonori) and dried bonito (katsuobushi).
Located around Namba Station, Minami (ミナミ, "South") is one of Osaka 's two major city centers. It is the city's most famous entertainment district and offers abundant dining and shopping choices. The district is easily accessible as it is served by three train companies as well as three subway lines and a highway bus terminal. The other ...
The entire Osaka Castle Park covers about two square kilometers with lots of green space, sport facilities, a multi-purpose arena (Osakajo Hall) and a shrine dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The park is one of Osaka's most popular hanami spots during the cherry blossom season, which usually takes place in late March and/or early April.
Located in the southeast of central Osaka, the Tennoji (天王寺, Tennōji) and neighboring Abeno districts are home to Abeno Harukas, one of Japan's tallest skyscrapers. Tennoji Station is one of Osaka's largest transportation hubs, served by multiple JR and subway lines. Kintetsu Osaka Abenobashi Station is just across the street.
By ferry. A ferry service named "Captain Line" connects the Universal Studios Japan with the Osaka Aquarium (10 minutes, 900 yen one way, 1700 yen roundtrip, 1-2 ferries per hour). A combination ticket for the aquarium and the ferry ride can be purchased for 3400 yen (one way) or 4200 yen (roundtrip). How to get to and around Osaka.
The Kita (キタ, "North") district, also known as Umeda (梅田), is one of Osaka 's two main city centers. It is located around the large station complex that comprises Osaka and Umeda stations. Kita's counterpart is Minami (ミナミ, "South") around Namba Station. Besides being Osaka's busiest transportation hub and a bustling business ...
Tempozan Ferris Wheel. Hours: 10:00 to 22:00 (entry until 21:45) Admission: 900 yen. The Tempozan Ferris Wheel offers far-reaching, panoramic views of the bay area and the city's skyscrapers beyond from a height of 112.5 meters. It is located just next to the Tempozan Marketplace and Osaka Aquarium.
DEL style Osaka Shin Umeda by Daiwa Roynet Hotel is conveniently located in the centre of Osaka, and offers a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. Osaka Station is less than 1 km from the hotel and Kochiin Temple is a 8-minute walk away.
Osaka Museum of History. Tanimachi Yonchome Station across Osaka Castle. Hours: 9:30 to 17:00 (until 20:00 on some Fridays) Admission ends 30 minutes before closing. Admission: 600 yen. Located adjacent to Osaka Castle Park, the Osaka Museum of History educates visitors about the history of Osaka.
