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Largest city of the Kinki Region

Osaka

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.

Osaka through food and culture

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.

Travel guides & tips for Osaka

10 mins

A Journey to Remember: 3D2N Solo Climbing Mount Shirouma

Nestled on the border of Nagano Prefecture and Toyama Prefecture, the Three Mountains of Hakuba (白馬三山 Hakuba Sanzan)—Mount Shirouma (白馬岳),…

6 January 2025
4 mins

Geibi Gorge: Pleasure Boat Ride along Iwate’s Most Scenic Valley

Geibi Gorge is a stunning valley in Iwate Prefecture, with its amazing cliffs and remarkable seasonal colours. The best way…
21 November 2024
5 mins

Maker’s Story: Premium Japanese Chestnuts from Kasama Kuri Factory

Kasama Kuri Factory (笠間栗ファクトリー) is a specialty maker dedicated to crafting chestnut-based products using the highest quality Kasama chestnuts in…
19 November 2024
7 mins

Autumn in Ibaraki: Enjoy Kochia, Seasonal Blooms at Hitachi Seaside Park

Explore one of Japan’s most popular flower parks, beloved by locals! Hitachi Seaside Park is a national treasure, adored not…
13 November 2024
9 mins

Happy Railway Day! (14 October): Exploring The Railway Museum in Omiya

The Railway Museum opened in Omiya on Railway Day on 14 October 2007, and it is the perfect day trip…
10 October 2024

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