Osaka
Osaka is a modern and vibrant city
and one of the oldest settlements in Japan. Osaka has a strong connection to the sea, its port one of the largest ports in Japan and is an important economic and commercial centre of the country. Known worldwide for its gourmet cuisine, Osaka is also a great place for shopping. It highlights areas of Minimi Namba, Dotonbori, Amerikamura, and Shinsaibashi-suji Tenjinbashi. Just like any old city, Osaka is rich in temples, the first Buddhist temple in Japan, is the Shitermo-ji Temple. Osaka also houses one of the oldest Shinto shrines, the Sumiyoshi Taisha. There are many museums in Osaka as the Osaka Museum of History, the Osaka Prefectural Museum, Osaka Municipal Museum of Art and the National Museum of Art. Do not miss the Osaka Castle. Hotels in Osaka
What to visit in Osaka: Osaka Castle; Osaka Municipal Museum of Art; Osaka National Museum of Art; Osaka Prefectural Museum; Osaka Museum of History; Umeda Sky Building; Tsuntenkaku Tower; Shitenno-ji Temple; Sumiyoshi Shrine; Dotonbori; Nakanoshima;
Restaurants in Osaka
- Osaka Tacos
- Alto Tritone
- Curry Yakumido
- Okonomiyaki Kij
- Pizza Bar Fullhouse
Transports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX): It is the main international airport of Osaka.
Itami Airport (ITM): Is also known as Osaka International Airport but is more a domestic flights airport.
By Train: Osaka is one of the main stops of Shinkansen.
By Bus: There are buses to several cities in Japan.
Maps of Osaka
Map of Osaka
Osaka on Map of Japan