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Osaka's Attractions
Here you can attractions in different areas of Osaka, including North Osaka, South Osaka, the Tennoji/Shinsekai area, the Kyobashi/Osaka Castle area, the Bay Area, the Hokusetsu/Kita-kawachi area north of Osaka City, Higashi-Osaka/Naka-Kawachi/Minami- Kawachi east of Osaka City, and the Sakai/Semboku/Sennan area in the southern part of the prefecture.
North Osaka (Kita)
From the Hilton Plaza West to Herbis Ent, new sites continue to pop up around Kita. Check out the new spots coming out in JR Osaka Station! Kita just keeps on going.
Are you looking for some places to take your family? Osaka Dome is a popular tourist spot representing the newer side of Osaka. The inner circumference of the dome is lined with eateries, various shops and game facilities, so there is much more to do than just watch baseball or other events. The Osaka Aquarium, Kaiyukan, is another destination perfect for an outing with the family. Gliding majestically about its oceanic habitat, positioned in the center of the complex, is a whale shark, who is the aquarium's hands-down highlight.
Universal Studios
Introducing Universal Studios Japan™, the world-class
movie theme park of Hollywood films. Welcome to the world of
the movies, an all-encompassing experience that everyone will
enjoy. Incredible attractions that realistically recreate
major hits. Thrilling rides. Compelling shows. Discover the
magic of movies!.
Official Web Site: http://www.usj.co.jp
Universal elements
and Universal Studios Japan™ & © Universal Studios. All
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Umeda Sky Building - The Floating Garden Observatory
Get a sense of the near future from atop this one-of-a-kind building and enjoy the vast 360-degree panorama from the observation deck. The building houses a theatre complex and gourmet town frequented by Osakan locals. A fun tourist spot to bring a date, and more. |
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HEP FIVE
A giant whale created by Tatsuya Ishii, an artist, greets visitors at the entrance. This colossal Ferris wheel offers sweeping views of Osaka from a rooftop filled with select shops like BEAMS and SHIPS. For tourism and for shopping!
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Nakanoshima Park
Located between the Dojima and Tosabori Rivers, Nakanoshima Park is a great place to unwind while seeing the sights of Osaka. Nakanoshima Park is also located close to the Museum of Oriental Ceramics (with 1700 pieces in its collection), the Osaka City Central Public Hall and the Nakanoshima Library.
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Hozenji Yokocho
A 3 minute walk from the Namba Station, north of Hozenji Temple, this place is known for its Mizukake-fudo Buddhism statue (Water throwing statue). There are lines of shops on the side of this long and narrow stone passageway, preserving the traditional atmosphere of the Naniwa area.
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Nipponbashi Den-Den Town
This electronics district is just east of Nankai Namba Station. Mostly stocked with home electronics and PCs, there's still toys, comics and figurines galore for avid collectors to sink their teeth into. The core area of Den Den Town is currently undergoing a transformation so Osakan culture can keep broadcasting around the world.
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National Bunraku Theater
The sole specialist Bunraku puppet show theater in Japan. Besides Bunraku, traditional Japanese performance arts like kabuki, dancing and Japanese music are also presented. Curatin time, entrance time, and fees vary by performance.
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Tennoji, Shinsekai Area
Placed symmetrically with Osaka Station along the JR Loop is
the 3rd terminal, Tennoji. Follow your eyes and your nose to the Shinsekai
area filled with old town flavors and streets in this area of undeniable
deep Osakan culture.
Tsutenkaku Tower & the Zuboraya Original Shinsekai store
The Tsutenkaku Tower was constructed in 1912 in the same style as the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Visitors can view the city of Osaka from 91 meter high observation floor. You can touch the Billiken God of happiness at the tower!
The Zuboraya Original Shinsekai store offers one of Osaka's specialties, The Tecchiri Set. More information is available on their website (Japanese only).
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Osaka Castle
Hit the observation deck first if you cisit Osaka
castle tower. The Japanese imperial mood and panorama vistas looking
down across Osaka will cause you to gasp without even knowing.
Exhibits and films make for a great history lesson at the historical
museum inside at the castle. |
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Osaka Historical Museum
Osaka history presented in a mix of full sized
replications, giant visions and records. A life size reenactment of
"the Naniwano-Miya Period" on the top floor offers spectacular
views, and takes visitors back in time all the way to the Nara
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Bay Area
Some of the best amusement attractions in Osaka can be found
in the Osaka Bay Area. The OTS Technoport Line connects the North Bay
(Osaka Bay) with the South Bay for easy access, and a direct link
conveniently runs between JR Osaka Station and Universal Studios Japan.
Tenpozan Harbor Village
Withe the great Ferris Wheel, the Tenpozan Harbor Village is a
popular date spot. Delight in a 15 minute sky tour on this colossal
Ferris wheel 100 meters in diameter and reaching a height of 112.5
meters above ground for an overwhelming 360 degree sweeping
panoramas extending all the way to the Akashi Kaikyo Pearl Bridge
and Kansai International Airport! |
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Naniwa Kuishinbo Yokocho
Found inside the Tempozan marketplace is this
recreation of old town Osaka from the 1960s. A theme park of
specialty foods and long established restaurants in the Kansai
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Osaka Maritime Museum
The theme of this museum is, "The cultural exchange of
Osaka through the sea". This interactive museum showcases Osaka's
history of maritime exchange. Chock full of fun attractions and
loads of exhibits like the 3D theatre with real wind and smell
affects.Museum exhibits Naniwamaru, an actual size reconstruction of
Higaki-kaisen that played an active role during the Edo Period. |
Santa Maria Tour Boat
Designed in the motif of Columbus' flagship that
arrived into the New World, the Santa Maria cruise ship makes
excursions into Osaka Bay on 50 minute day trips, or a fabulous 150
minute night cruise (reservations only) |
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Hokusetsu, Kita-kawachi
The area of Hokusetsu is in the north of Osaka and
Kita-kawachi is in the northeast. You can relax to your heart's content in
the lusciously green environment and natural hot springs at the Expo
Memorial Park with the Tower of Sun or at a hot spring inn that
effectively uses the natural landscape.
Minoh Park & Minoh Otaki Waterfall
Minoh Otaki Waterfall is a 33m long waterfall in Minoh Park,
which is known for its tinted autumn foliage. Its name derives from
"winnow (minoh)" because of its likeness to the farming tool. The
tremendous sound created by the fall against nature's bounty is
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Expo Memorial Park
This is the site of the 1970 World Expo. Enjoy yourself as you
like by basking in the woods or bird-watching in this expansive
park. You will find the Tower of Sun, a museum and a Japanese
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Kagiya Museum
Kagiya flourished in the Edo poeriod as the inn for sailors of
carrying vessels that linked Kyoto, Fushimi and Osaka. Old documents
that tell the history of Yodo River transportation and articles used
by people are exhibited inside the historical building that retains
the structure of an Edo tradesman's house. |
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Instant Ramen Museum
The museum shows us the fun of invention and discovery. The
Chicken Ramen Workshop requires booking. The My Cup-noodle Factory
does not require booking, and you can create your own noodles by
drawing a picture and choosing your favorite soup and toppings. |
Hirakata Park
The only amusement park along the Keihan railway is of course
Hirakata Park, fondly called "Hirapa" by the locals. Many people are
fans of its attractions such as the swimming pools in the summer,
seasonal annual events such as teh Hirakata Great Chrysanthemum Doll
Show (pictured to the right) in autumn, and its scary rides.
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Higashi-Osaka, Naka-Kawachi, Minami- Kawachi
This area in the center of Osaka Prefecture has many
recreational facilities that call back to nature such as the Kansai Cycle
Sports Center and World Ranch. It also has many learning facilities such
as museums.
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Kansai Cycle Sports Center
This is a cycling park surrounded by nature. It provides many
amusements such as the 330m single bob-sled "Cycle Luge" and a
bicycle-version rollercoaster.
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Sakai, Semboku, Sennan
The area located in the southernmost end of Osaka Prefecture
lets you fully enjoy the bayside. It is attracting attention for its
typical suburban large-scale shops. It is worth remembering, as it is the
most easily accessible area from Kansai International Airport.
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Inunakiyama Shipporyu Temple
This temple, located in the middle of Mt. Inunaki, is known for
its seven falls. It is one of the oldest place for spiritual
training. The beautiful nature, including old trees and mountain
streams is good for hiking. |
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Harvest Hill
There are many unique facilities inside the massive farm. After
playing with the adorable animals in "Fureai Hiroba," experience the
fun of handicraft in the workshop. The sheep herding show is also
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Children's Museum Big Bang
This children's museum has been created on the theme of play. In
addition to the space presentation that follows a story created by
the museum's director Reiji Matsumoto, there are many corners where
you can have a hands-on experience. It is sure to stretch your
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