Guidebook for Ōsaka-shi
Getting Around
天王寺站
10-45 HideninchōTennnoji station.
JR Namba Station
1-chōme-4-1 MinatomachiNamba of JR line.
難波站
Nanba-5-chōme-10 Chuo Ward南海なんば駅 Nankai line Namba station. 10 min. away from my apartment.
關西國際機場
1 SenshūkūkōkitaKansai International Airport
新大阪站
Nishinakajima-5-chōme-16 Yodogawa WardShin-Osaka station.
Bullet train stop at this station. 新大阪
梅田站
3-chōme-1-1 UmedaJR Osaka station.
伊丹空港パーキング
Osaka airport.
The largest bus terminal in western Japan, directly connected to the Namba Station of JR Line. Adjoining are offices, restaurants, shopping facilities, plus a full-scale rooftop garden.
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Osaka City Air Terminal Building (OCAT)
1-chōme-4-1 MinatomachiThe largest bus terminal in western Japan, directly connected to the Namba Station of JR Line. Adjoining are offices, restaurants, shopping facilities, plus a full-scale rooftop garden.
Shopping
This is the tallest building in Japan.
A short walk from JR/Subway Tennoji station and Kintetsu Abenobashi station, this facility consists of 16 floors (B2F to 14F) of Abeno Harukas, the tallest building of its type in Japan that will be officially opened in spring 2014. Designed under the theme of a "town-like place", the diverse variety of shops include premium brands and trendy shops. Its 44 restaurants seat 2800 customers, accommodating on-site free Wifi.
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阿倍野晴天
1-chōme-1-43 AbenosujiThis is the tallest building in Japan.
A short walk from JR/Subway Tennoji station and Kintetsu Abenobashi station, this facility consists of 16 floors (B2F to 14F) of Abeno Harukas, the tallest building of its type in Japan that will be officially opened in spring 2014. Designed under the theme of a "town-like place", the diverse variety of shops include premium brands and trendy shops. Its 44 restaurants seat 2800 customers, accommodating on-site free Wifi.
Near Namba Station is Osaka's shopping destination for professional and amateur chefs. This short arcade sells all manner of cooking accessories, from restaurant grade stove tops to staff uniforms to pots, pans and dishes.
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千日前道具屋筋商店街
14-5 NanbasennichimaeNear Namba Station is Osaka's shopping destination for professional and amateur chefs. This short arcade sells all manner of cooking accessories, from restaurant grade stove tops to staff uniforms to pots, pans and dishes.
Another specialized area is Nipponbashi's Den Den Town, dedicated to electronic and gaming goods and often compared to Tokyo's Akihabara district.
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Denden Town
Nipponbashi Naniwa WardAnother specialized area is Nipponbashi's Den Den Town, dedicated to electronic and gaming goods and often compared to Tokyo's Akihabara district.
Tenjinbashi Suji shopping arcade boasts a varied collection of local shops in the northeastern area of Osaka, leading to Tenmangu Shrine.
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Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street
6-chōme-7-Tenjinbashi Kita WardTenjinbashi Suji shopping arcade boasts a varied collection of local shops in the northeastern area of Osaka, leading to Tenmangu Shrine.
"Namba Takashimaya
Many of Japan's leading department stores have their headquarters and flagship stores in Osaka. "
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高島屋百貨
5-chōme-1-5 Nanba"Namba Takashimaya
Many of Japan's leading department stores have their headquarters and flagship stores in Osaka. "
Located outside of the city near Kansai International Airport, is a whole town devoted to shopping and shoppers. The main shopping destinations in Rinku Town are the Rinku Premium Outlet Mall, the Seacle shopping mall and an Aeon shopping mall.
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Rinku-Town Station
1 Rinkūōraikita Located outside of the city near Kansai International Airport, is a whole town devoted to shopping and shoppers. The main shopping destinations in Rinku Town are the Rinku Premium Outlet Mall, the Seacle shopping mall and an Aeon shopping mall.
Namba Parks
2-chōme-10-70 NanbanakaNamba Station combines a large green space with shopping and dining
"Take a stroll and enjoy shopping at 266 satisfying stores.
Located at the largest terminal in West Japan in front of Osaka/Umeda Station, Grand Front Osaka offers 266 diverse shops covering everything from fashion magazines, lifestyle goods, and beauty supplies to cafes, restaurants, and bars and is Japan's biggest domestic shopping town. In this luscious, natural space find shops making their first Kansai appearance, restaurants making their Japan debut, and the West Japan flagship stores of various familiar brands. Discover something you'll love! Why not take a stroll and see what you find?"
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大阪Grand Front
4-Ofukacho Kita Ward"Take a stroll and enjoy shopping at 266 satisfying stores.
Located at the largest terminal in West Japan in front of Osaka/Umeda Station, Grand Front Osaka offers 266 diverse shops covering everything from fashion magazines, lifestyle goods, and beauty supplies to cafes, restaurants, and bars and is Japan's biggest domestic shopping town. In this luscious, natural space find shops making their first Kansai appearance, restaurants making their Japan debut, and the West Japan flagship stores of various familiar brands. Discover something you'll love! Why not take a stroll and see what you find?"
Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, which runs east to Mido-Suji Avenue, is the best-known shopping area in Osaka, and an enduring symbol of the city.
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心齋橋筋商店街
2-chōme-2-22 ShinsaibashisujiShinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, which runs east to Mido-Suji Avenue, is the best-known shopping area in Osaka, and an enduring symbol of the city.
Namba Marui
3-chōme-8-9 NanbaDepartment store located in center of Namba area.
Tennoji Mio Plaza
10-39 HideninchōShopping mall close to Tennoji station.
You can buy from food to clothes.
Please come over to the head store of the biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote, in Umeda! From brand goods to home appliances, we have an extensive selection of tax-exempt items.
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Shopping: Don Quijote Umeda
4-16 KomatsubarachōPlease come over to the head store of the biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote, in Umeda! From brand goods to home appliances, we have an extensive selection of tax-exempt items.
友都八喜購物中心
1-1 ŌfukachōA popular discount store selling a huge range of electrical devices.
The biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote! To come visit Dotonbori-ten, try to find the landmark of Osaka Minami - the yellow ferris wheel!
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Don Quijote
2-chōme-5-9 NishishinsaibashiThe biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote! To come visit Dotonbori-ten, try to find the landmark of Osaka Minami - the yellow ferris wheel!
A 20,000 sq. meter appliance store with approx. 800,000 items from appliances to books to toys.
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Yamada Denki LABI1 Namba
2-chōme-11-35 NanbanakaA 20,000 sq. meter appliance store with approx. 800,000 items from appliances to books to toys.
BIC CAMERA Namba Outlet Store SAURUS2
2-chōme-10-1 SennichimaeMega department store of electric devices.
Sightseeing
通天閣
1-chōme-18-6 EbisuhigashiThe Osaka! you should visit once.
天王寺動物園
1-108 ChausuyamachōThis is a big park and zoo.
Dotonbori is a large scale downtown along the south bank of the Dotonbori-gawa Canal. Osaka is known as the gastronomists' town, and thus the entire area of Dotonbori is thronged with an unbelievable number of restaurants and amusement facilities, and is dearly loved by the Osakaites. There are theaters that play traditional puppet shows Bunraku, storytellers' halls and other popular entertainment as well as a number of movie theaters.
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道頓堀
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardDotonbori is a large scale downtown along the south bank of the Dotonbori-gawa Canal. Osaka is known as the gastronomists' town, and thus the entire area of Dotonbori is thronged with an unbelievable number of restaurants and amusement facilities, and is dearly loved by the Osakaites. There are theaters that play traditional puppet shows Bunraku, storytellers' halls and other popular entertainment as well as a number of movie theaters.
Until the end of the Meiji Era, the Kuromon Ichiba Market used to be called Emmeiji Market, because there was once a large temple called Emmeiji nearby. Since there used to be a black gate northeast of this temple, the marketplace later came to be called"Kuromon Ichiba Market"(Black Gate Market). The market has a total length of close to 600 meters with 170 shops, the vast majority of which specialize in the freshest and best quality meat, vegetables, eggs and other ingredients from around the country and abroad. Although well over half of total sales are for the business (professional chef) market, Kuromon Ichiba caters also to the general public. For more than 170 years, everyone from restaurant chefs to housewives have come here, drawn by the taste, freshness and variety of its products.
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Kuromon Market
Nipponbashi-1-chōme-16 Chuo WardUntil the end of the Meiji Era, the Kuromon Ichiba Market used to be called Emmeiji Market, because there was once a large temple called Emmeiji nearby. Since there used to be a black gate northeast of this temple, the marketplace later came to be called"Kuromon Ichiba Market"(Black Gate Market). The market has a total length of close to 600 meters with 170 shops, the vast majority of which specialize in the freshest and best quality meat, vegetables, eggs and other ingredients from around the country and abroad. Although well over half of total sales are for the business (professional chef) market, Kuromon Ichiba caters also to the general public. For more than 170 years, everyone from restaurant chefs to housewives have come here, drawn by the taste, freshness and variety of its products.
Osaka castle built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Osaka Castle, which is a famous landmark, a popular sightseeing spot, and the symbol of Osaka, contains thirteen structures which have been designated as Important Cultural Assets by the Japanese government. Of special note are the grand gates and turrets along the outer moat. The steep walls that rise close to 30 meters high are made of huge blocks of stone that were transported to Osaka from quarries over 100 kilometers away. The sheer height of the walls and the wide moats they rise above make for a grand sight that can be matched by no other castle in Japan. Also of interest are the tower's eight roof dolphins and the ornamental roof tiles and reliefs carved in the shape of tigers, all of which are gilded with gold. The castle tower underwent a major renovation in 1997. The outer walls were replastered, the ornamental fixtures were restored, and gold leaf was re-applied throughout. These repairs have brought back the structure's stunning appearance of old―with pure white walls and striking accents of glittering gold. The re-engineered and refurbished Main Tower is illuminated both inside and out, highlighting the castle's brilliance as the symbol of Osaka.
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大阪城公園
Ōsakajō-1 Chuo WardOsaka castle built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Osaka Castle, which is a famous landmark, a popular sightseeing spot, and the symbol of Osaka, contains thirteen structures which have been designated as Important Cultural Assets by the Japanese government. Of special note are the grand gates and turrets along the outer moat. The steep walls that rise close to 30 meters high are made of huge blocks of stone that were transported to Osaka from quarries over 100 kilometers away. The sheer height of the walls and the wide moats they rise above make for a grand sight that can be matched by no other castle in Japan. Also of interest are the tower's eight roof dolphins and the ornamental roof tiles and reliefs carved in the shape of tigers, all of which are gilded with gold. The castle tower underwent a major renovation in 1997. The outer walls were replastered, the ornamental fixtures were restored, and gold leaf was re-applied throughout. These repairs have brought back the structure's stunning appearance of old―with pure white walls and striking accents of glittering gold. The re-engineered and refurbished Main Tower is illuminated both inside and out, highlighting the castle's brilliance as the symbol of Osaka.
Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine
Osaka's most famous shrine by far is Sumiyoshitaisha (Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine), the headquarters of some 2000 Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan. It enshrines three gods that have long been worshiped for protecting the nation, for protecting sea voyages and for promoting waka (31-syllable) poetry―and thus is a place of pilgrimage for sea travelers, students of the military arts, and waka poets. The main shrine is designed in the oldest style of shrine construction and is registered as a National Treasure. The shrine's symbol, the gracefully arched Taiko-bashi Bridge, spans the pond in front of the shrine. This shrine is referred to in the "Nihon Shoki" (the Chronicles of Japan), in "Kojiki" (Ancient Chronicles) and in "The Tale of Genji".
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Sumiyoshi Taisha, Kisshōden
Sumiyoshi-2-chōme-9 Sumiyoshi WardSumiyoshi-taisha Shrine
Osaka's most famous shrine by far is Sumiyoshitaisha (Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine), the headquarters of some 2000 Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan. It enshrines three gods that have long been worshiped for protecting the nation, for protecting sea voyages and for promoting waka (31-syllable) poetry―and thus is a place of pilgrimage for sea travelers, students of the military arts, and waka poets. The main shrine is designed in the oldest style of shrine construction and is registered as a National Treasure. The shrine's symbol, the gracefully arched Taiko-bashi Bridge, spans the pond in front of the shrine. This shrine is referred to in the "Nihon Shoki" (the Chronicles of Japan), in "Kojiki" (Ancient Chronicles) and in "The Tale of Genji".
"Osaka Temmangu Shrine is the most famous of all the many Tenjin shrines located throughout Japan. Fondly called Tenjin-san, every July it hosts the Tenjin Matsuri, Osaka's most fabulous festival, when gorgeous fireworks dazzle the crowds of worshipers and onlookers. Sugawara no Michizane, a famous 10th century scholar and warrior, is enshrined here as the principal deity, and worshiped by many people as a god of scholarship and fine arts. The original shrine hall was constructed in 949 A.D. on Emperor Murakami's command to comfort the troubled spirits of Michizane. It was destroyed by fire several times, and the current main hall and the entrance gate were built in 1845. Tenjin Matsuri is one of the three great festivals of Japan. This is an excellent boating event, featuring beautiful dolls believed to have been created in around 1690. A total of 14 dolls are preserved as ethnological artifacts of Osaka Prefecture.
※There is the tour you can experience Shinto style of praying in the main shirine."
大阪天満宮 鉾流斎場
1-chōme-13-4 Nishitenma"Osaka Temmangu Shrine is the most famous of all the many Tenjin shrines located throughout Japan. Fondly called Tenjin-san, every July it hosts the Tenjin Matsuri, Osaka's most fabulous festival, when gorgeous fireworks dazzle the crowds of worshipers and onlookers. Sugawara no Michizane, a famous 10th century scholar and warrior, is enshrined here as the principal deity, and worshiped by many people as a god of scholarship and fine arts. The original shrine hall was constructed in 949 A.D. on Emperor Murakami's command to comfort the troubled spirits of Michizane. It was destroyed by fire several times, and the current main hall and the entrance gate were built in 1845. Tenjin Matsuri is one of the three great festivals of Japan. This is an excellent boating event, featuring beautiful dolls believed to have been created in around 1690. A total of 14 dolls are preserved as ethnological artifacts of Osaka Prefecture.
※There is the tour you can experience Shinto style of praying in the main shirine."
The oldest officially administered temple in Japan, Shitennoji was built by Prince Shotoku (574-622 A.D.), the great cultural hero of early Japanese history who at the age of sixteen successfully triumphed over the opposition and brought about the adoption of Buddhism in the country. The battle was between the Soga Clan and the Monobe Clan. The Soga, represented by Prince Shotoku, wanted Japan to adopt Buddhism, a newly arrived, highly developed religion from India via China, and the powerful Monobe were opposed, supporting instead the ancient Japanese religion. The Prince, it was said, achieved his victory by praying to the Four Heavenly Kings, the soldiers of the Buddha. And it was to mark that victory that in 593 A.D. he ordered the construction of Shitennoji Temple. The temple was built not far from Osaka Bay, which played a vital role in trade and traffic. It was a strategic location which enabled a show of Japan's power and prosperity to the world. Despite repeated reconstructions, the layout of the temple compound has remained largely unchanged from the beginning. Shitennoji is the favorite shrine of many Japanese people and is fondly regarded as the Buddhist altar of Osaka. Indicative of the temple's long history are the many annual events held here, including the Doya-Doya, the Shoryoe, and the Shitennoji Wasso.
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四天王寺
1-chōme-1-11-18 ShitennōjiThe oldest officially administered temple in Japan, Shitennoji was built by Prince Shotoku (574-622 A.D.), the great cultural hero of early Japanese history who at the age of sixteen successfully triumphed over the opposition and brought about the adoption of Buddhism in the country. The battle was between the Soga Clan and the Monobe Clan. The Soga, represented by Prince Shotoku, wanted Japan to adopt Buddhism, a newly arrived, highly developed religion from India via China, and the powerful Monobe were opposed, supporting instead the ancient Japanese religion. The Prince, it was said, achieved his victory by praying to the Four Heavenly Kings, the soldiers of the Buddha. And it was to mark that victory that in 593 A.D. he ordered the construction of Shitennoji Temple. The temple was built not far from Osaka Bay, which played a vital role in trade and traffic. It was a strategic location which enabled a show of Japan's power and prosperity to the world. Despite repeated reconstructions, the layout of the temple compound has remained largely unchanged from the beginning. Shitennoji is the favorite shrine of many Japanese people and is fondly regarded as the Buddhist altar of Osaka. Indicative of the temple's long history are the many annual events held here, including the Doya-Doya, the Shoryoe, and the Shitennoji Wasso.
Floating Garden Observatory (Umeda Sky Building)
The observation platform of this observatory is a bridge connecting the two towers of the Umeda Sky Building, whose roof features a doughnut shape that provides an unobstructed 360-degree view. While enjoying the breathtaking sights you can also directly feel the wind―which at 170 meters off the ground can get quite strong. From this observatory you can not only see all of Osaka but as far away as Awaji Island. The basement of the building houses the Takimi-Koji gourmet street with old fashioned images of Osaka from the 1920s.
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梅田藍天大廈
1-chōme-1-88 ŌyodonakaFloating Garden Observatory (Umeda Sky Building)
The observation platform of this observatory is a bridge connecting the two towers of the Umeda Sky Building, whose roof features a doughnut shape that provides an unobstructed 360-degree view. While enjoying the breathtaking sights you can also directly feel the wind―which at 170 meters off the ground can get quite strong. From this observatory you can not only see all of Osaka but as far away as Awaji Island. The basement of the building houses the Takimi-Koji gourmet street with old fashioned images of Osaka from the 1920s.
"It's an ultimate indoor type entertainment playground for family opened in the spring of 2015!!
There are several millions of LEGO® bricks gathered at this playground!! Enjoy a wealth of attractions that letting you experience a LEGO® world with a dynamic 4D Cinema, MINILAND which reproducing Osaka using more than a million LEGO bricks and Master Builder Academy where you can learn from LEGO Master.
*Qualifying age: Children aged 3 - 10
*Adults must be accompanied by a child "
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大阪樂高樂園探索中心
1-chōme-1-10 Kaigandōri"It's an ultimate indoor type entertainment playground for family opened in the spring of 2015!!
There are several millions of LEGO® bricks gathered at this playground!! Enjoy a wealth of attractions that letting you experience a LEGO® world with a dynamic 4D Cinema, MINILAND which reproducing Osaka using more than a million LEGO bricks and Master Builder Academy where you can learn from LEGO Master.
*Qualifying age: Children aged 3 - 10
*Adults must be accompanied by a child "
An iconic department store that reopened in the spring of 2011 with more on offer.
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Daimaru Museum Umeda
3-chōme-1-1 UmedaAn iconic department store that reopened in the spring of 2011 with more on offer.
One of Japan's largest department stores in its class covering a total area of 84,000 square meters.
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Hankyu Umeda Honten
8-7 KakudachōOne of Japan's largest department stores in its class covering a total area of 84,000 square meters.
大阪兒童樂園
2-chōme-1-7 ŌgimachiA museum for kids where they can experience many different activities and workshops.
Known by the nickname Tenma-no-Tenjin-san. Enshrines Sugawara-no-Michizane, the god of learning. Famous for the Tenjin Festival held every year on July 24th and 25th.
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大阪天滿宮神社
2-chōme-1-8 TenjinbashiKnown by the nickname Tenma-no-Tenjin-san. Enshrines Sugawara-no-Michizane, the god of learning. Famous for the Tenjin Festival held every year on July 24th and 25th.
A well-known bridge in Osaka, commonly called the "Lion Bridge." It is noted for its classical lampposts. It also features grand stone steps leading to Nakanoshima Park.
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Naniwa Bridge
Nakanoshima-1-chōme-1 Kita WardA well-known bridge in Osaka, commonly called the "Lion Bridge." It is noted for its classical lampposts. It also features grand stone steps leading to Nakanoshima Park.
One of the largest commercial districts in Osaka, packed with electrical equipment discount stores.
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大阪日本橋電器街
Nipponbashi-8-3-chōme Naniwa WardOne of the largest commercial districts in Osaka, packed with electrical equipment discount stores.
Namba Walk
1 Chome-3-Sennichimae Chuo WardA popular underground shopping in the center of Minami with around 270 shops.
Namba City
5-chōme-1-60 NanbaA vast shopping mall located at Namba Station on the Nankai Line.
This department store is housed in a massive neo-gothic style building designed by Vories.
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Daimaru Shinsaibashi
1-chōme-7-1 ShinsaibashisujiThis department store is housed in a massive neo-gothic style building designed by Vories.
Running through the center of the Minami area (southern downtown Osaka), the Dotombori River is one of the most famous waterways in Osaka.
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Tombori River walk
Dōtonbori-1-chōme-1 Chuo WardRunning through the center of the Minami area (southern downtown Osaka), the Dotombori River is one of the most famous waterways in Osaka.
A bustling commercial street that is representative of the Minami area of Osaka, always busy with playhouses and food shops from the Edo Period to today.
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道頓堀
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardA bustling commercial street that is representative of the Minami area of Osaka, always busy with playhouses and food shops from the Edo Period to today.
Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, which runs east to Mido-Suji Avenue, is the best-known shopping area in Osaka, and an enduring symbol of the city.
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Shinsaibashi Shopping Street Promotion Association
2-chōme-2-22 ShinsaibashisujiShinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, which runs east to Mido-Suji Avenue, is the best-known shopping area in Osaka, and an enduring symbol of the city.
A unique, vibrant area in the Minami area of Osaka that is the centre of Kansai's youth culture.
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アメリカ村の会 事務局
1-chōme-6-14 NishishinsaibashiA unique, vibrant area in the Minami area of Osaka that is the centre of Kansai's youth culture.
A theater where Bunraku, a traditional art of Japan that has been designated as one of the world's intangible cultural assets, can be enjoyed.
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國立文樂劇院
1-chōme-12-10 NipponbashiA theater where Bunraku, a traditional art of Japan that has been designated as one of the world's intangible cultural assets, can be enjoyed.
Kuromon Market
Nipponbashi-1-chōme-16 Chuo WardA glorious food marketplace with 180 wholesale and retail shops.
Located on the shore of Okawa River (former Yodo River) that flows through Osaka, the water capital. A complex facility consisting of OAP Tower & Plaza, Imperial Hotel Osaka.
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Osaka Amenity Park
1-chōme-8-30 TenmabashiLocated on the shore of Okawa River (former Yodo River) that flows through Osaka, the water capital. A complex facility consisting of OAP Tower & Plaza, Imperial Hotel Osaka.
The new center of Osaka with premises of 26 hectares. An aggregation of not only corporate offices, but also halls, theaters, shops and sports facilities.
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大阪商務園區站
Shiromi-1-chōme-3 Chuo WardThe new center of Osaka with premises of 26 hectares. An aggregation of not only corporate offices, but also halls, theaters, shops and sports facilities.
Be surprised by the huge whale shark. Smile at the drifting jellyfish. Various wonders of the sea are displayed in the tanks.
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大阪海遊館
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriBe surprised by the huge whale shark. Smile at the drifting jellyfish. Various wonders of the sea are displayed in the tanks.
The former Suntory Museum was renamed as the Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan in 2013. Exhibitions of various kinds are displayed in the gallery.
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Osaka Culturarium Tempozan
1-chōme-5-10 KaigandōriThe former Suntory Museum was renamed as the Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan in 2013. Exhibitions of various kinds are displayed in the gallery.
Built with a breathtaking view of the sea, ATC has many showrooms of furniture, interior goods, housing equipment, as well as outlet malls and game arcades.
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ATC - Asia-Pacific Trade Center
2-chōme-1-10 NankōkitaBuilt with a breathtaking view of the sea, ATC has many showrooms of furniture, interior goods, housing equipment, as well as outlet malls and game arcades.
The UFO-shaped dome with nine stories above ground and one underground hosts baseball games and concerts. There are also restaurants and shops.
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JSBC SNOWTOWN
3-chōme-2-1 ChiyozakiThe UFO-shaped dome with nine stories above ground and one underground hosts baseball games and concerts. There are also restaurants and shops.
A shopping mall with Kansai's first SHIBUYA109 ABENO collection of fashion brands popular among girls in their teens and 20s.
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Q's Mall
2-chōme-5-18 MorinomiyachūōA shopping mall with Kansai's first SHIBUYA109 ABENO collection of fashion brands popular among girls in their teens and 20s.
（株）きんえい 不動産事業部
Connected to Abeno Lucias next door and only 3 minutes from Tennoji Station.
Connected to Tennoji Station of JR, Mio is a 12-story shopping center with more than 240 shops.
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Tennoji Mio Plaza
10-39 HideninchōConnected to Tennoji Station of JR, Mio is a 12-story shopping center with more than 240 shops.
A commercial complex targeting young women standing next to the Kintetsu Department Store of Abenobashi.
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Hoop
1-chōme-2-30 AbenosujiA commercial complex targeting young women standing next to the Kintetsu Department Store of Abenobashi.
Known as Ebessan, an Ebisu shrine of Osaka that provides prosperity, worshipped for business success. Approximately one million people visit on Tooka Ebisu (festival around January 10th).
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今宮戎神社
Ebisunishi-1-chōme-6 Naniwa WardKnown as Ebessan, an Ebisu shrine of Osaka that provides prosperity, worshipped for business success. Approximately one million people visit on Tooka Ebisu (festival around January 10th).
A retro downtown area of southern Osaka, famous for Tsutenkaku, Janjan Yokocho Alley and a giant blowfish lantern sign.
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新世界
Ebisuhigashi-8-2 Chome Naniwa WardA retro downtown area of southern Osaka, famous for Tsutenkaku, Janjan Yokocho Alley and a giant blowfish lantern sign.
Japan's first full-fledged Buddhist temple, constructed 1,400 years ago by Shotokutaishi. The Tennoji-bugaku (dance) of the temple is one of Japan's significant intangible folk cultural assets.
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四天王寺
1-chōme-1-11-18 ShitennōjiJapan's first full-fledged Buddhist temple, constructed 1,400 years ago by Shotokutaishi. The Tennoji-bugaku (dance) of the temple is one of Japan's significant intangible folk cultural assets.
The head of more than 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines nationwide and the most popular shrine in Osaka for New Year's visits.
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Sumiyoshi Taisha, Kisshōden
Sumiyoshi-2-chōme-9 Sumiyoshi WardThe head of more than 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines nationwide and the most popular shrine in Osaka for New Year's visits.
Arts & Culture
Osaka City Museum of Fine Art. 大阪市立美術館 http://www.osaka-art-museum.jp/wordpress/wp-content/themes/museum/src/pdf/lang/english.pdf
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Osaka City Art Museum
Osaka City Museum of Fine Art. 大阪市立美術館 http://www.osaka-art-museum.jp/wordpress/wp-content/themes/museum/src/pdf/lang/english.pdf
大阪歷史博物館
4-chōme-1-32 ŌtemaeOsaka Museum of History http://www.mus-his.city.osaka.jp/eng/index.html
大阪市立科學館
4-chōme-2-1 NakanoshimaOsaka Science Museum http://www.sci-museum.jp/
The Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum
It opened in 1999 in Ikeda city that is the birthplace of the world's first instant noodles "Chicken Ramen" invented in 1958. There are spots to see such as recreation of the shed where the founder of Nissin Foods Momofuku Ando invented "Chicken Ramen", and Interactive theater in the shape of cupnoodles where introducing the episode about the invention of cupnoodles and its manufacturing process. You can also experience the basics of invention and discovery at "Chicken Ramen Factory"(admission fee and reservation required) where you can make your own chicken ramen from the wheat flour and "My Cupnoodles Factory"(admission fee required) where you can create your own completely original cupnoodles by selecting your favorite soup and toppings. Why don't you approach the secret of Instant ramen to be reputed to have changed "the world food culture"?
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大阪池田杯麵博物館
8-25 MasumichōThe Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum
It opened in 1999 in Ikeda city that is the birthplace of the world's first instant noodles "Chicken Ramen" invented in 1958. There are spots to see such as recreation of the shed where the founder of Nissin Foods Momofuku Ando invented "Chicken Ramen", and Interactive theater in the shape of cupnoodles where introducing the episode about the invention of cupnoodles and its manufacturing process. You can also experience the basics of invention and discovery at "Chicken Ramen Factory"(admission fee and reservation required) where you can make your own chicken ramen from the wheat flour and "My Cupnoodles Factory"(admission fee required) where you can create your own completely original cupnoodles by selecting your favorite soup and toppings. Why don't you approach the secret of Instant ramen to be reputed to have changed "the world food culture"?
Namba Grand Kagetsu (NGK) Theater is the headquarters of Yoshimoto, a universal brand of Japanese comedy. Opened in 1987, this large-scale entertainment hall equipped with the latest theatrical innovations revolutionized the image of playhouses at the time. Ever since, it has been providing audiences with heartfelt laughter and good times. Here you can see Vaudeville-like comedy performances such as Shin-Kigeki ("New comedy"), Manzai ("comic duo"), Kontos ("comic chat") and Rakugo twice a day (sometimes 3 times with the evening program, and 3 times on Sundays and National holidays). Not only comedy but also special programs such as song and acrobatics are often included. The theater puts on performances all year round without any days off.
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南場大歌舞劇場
11-6 NanbasennichimaeNamba Grand Kagetsu (NGK) Theater is the headquarters of Yoshimoto, a universal brand of Japanese comedy. Opened in 1987, this large-scale entertainment hall equipped with the latest theatrical innovations revolutionized the image of playhouses at the time. Ever since, it has been providing audiences with heartfelt laughter and good times. Here you can see Vaudeville-like comedy performances such as Shin-Kigeki ("New comedy"), Manzai ("comic duo"), Kontos ("comic chat") and Rakugo twice a day (sometimes 3 times with the evening program, and 3 times on Sundays and National holidays). Not only comedy but also special programs such as song and acrobatics are often included. The theater puts on performances all year round without any days off.
A traditional noh theater where the all-cypress main stage with hashi-gakari is surrounded by shirasu, an area of white pebbles.
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Osaka Noh Theater
2-chōme-3-17 NakazakinishiA traditional noh theater where the all-cypress main stage with hashi-gakari is surrounded by shirasu, an area of white pebbles.
A section of the townscape of Osaka in the late Edo Period is recreated to perfection. There are also exhibits and introductions of the townscapes and housing of the Meiji, Taisho and Showa periods.
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大阪市立住宅信息館
6-chōme-4-20 TenjinbashiA section of the townscape of Osaka in the late Edo Period is recreated to perfection. There are also exhibits and introductions of the townscapes and housing of the Meiji, Taisho and Showa periods.
Shiki Theatre Company, Japan's largest theatrical company, whose musicals such as "Cats," "Mamma Mia!" and "The Phantom of the Opera" are highly popular.
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Osaka Shiki Theatre
Shiki Theatre Company, Japan's largest theatrical company, whose musicals such as "Cats," "Mamma Mia!" and "The Phantom of the Opera" are highly popular.
An exhibition center in the heart of the city, built to promote development of Osaka's small- and medium-sized companies.
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MYDOME Osaka
2-5 HonmachibashiAn exhibition center in the heart of the city, built to promote development of Osaka's small- and medium-sized companies.
An exhibition room in the basement introduces current vibrant works. A silver gate representing bamboo at the entrance leaves a strong impression.
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The National Museum of Art, Osaka
4-chōme-2-55 NakanoshimaAn exhibition room in the basement introduces current vibrant works. A silver gate representing bamboo at the entrance leaves a strong impression.
This Osaka Prefectural museum collects, conserves and exhibits materials and documents on Kamigata (the old name of the Kyoto-Osaka area) comedy and performing arts.
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Osaka Prefectural Museum of Kamigata Comedy and Performing Arts Wahha Kamigata
12-7 NanbasennichimaeThis Osaka Prefectural museum collects, conserves and exhibits materials and documents on Kamigata (the old name of the Kyoto-Osaka area) comedy and performing arts.
A theater for performing arts, mainly for kabuki but including musicals and many other forms. There are many excellent restaurants with various specialties in the basement.
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大阪松竹座
A theater for performing arts, mainly for kabuki but including musicals and many other forms. There are many excellent restaurants with various specialties in the basement.
Museum for ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock prints) which mainly houses and displays a collection of popular Kabuki actor prints from the Bunka and Bunsei eras (late in the Edo period).
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Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum
1-chōme-6-4 NanbaMuseum for ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock prints) which mainly houses and displays a collection of popular Kabuki actor prints from the Bunka and Bunsei eras (late in the Edo period).
Exhibits and introduces coin and order (decoration) production processes, coins and medals of honor from Japan and abroad, and art objects.
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薄荷博物館
1-chōme-1-79 TenmaExhibits and introduces coin and order (decoration) production processes, coins and medals of honor from Japan and abroad, and art objects.
A multi-purpose arena with a maximum capacity of 16,000, built to commemorate the 400th anniversary since the construction of Osaka Castle.
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大阪城市館
3-1 ŌsakajōA multi-purpose arena with a maximum capacity of 16,000, built to commemorate the 400th anniversary since the construction of Osaka Castle.
Drinks & Nightlife
ジャック＆クイーン｜Jack&Queen
3-chōme-14-16 NanbanakaYou can drink and play card games.
This is not gambling.
This place can be quite tricky to find compared to the other venues listed. Onzieme is however located in the same area as the rest, Shinasaibashi/Namba. Just keep in mind that the venue itself is in a building on the 11th floor and therefore is not easily spotted. But if you check the directions on their website before leaving you will be fine.
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オンジェム Live&Bar 11 [ONZIEME]
1-chōme-4-5 NishishinsaibashiThis place can be quite tricky to find compared to the other venues listed. Onzieme is however located in the same area as the rest, Shinasaibashi/Namba. Just keep in mind that the venue itself is in a building on the 11th floor and therefore is not easily spotted. But if you check the directions on their website before leaving you will be fine.
Giraffe Osaka
7-9 SouemonchōOne of the biggest night club in Osaka. http://giraffe-osaka.net/lang/en.html
Owl Osaka is an entertainment spot in the Umeda-Osaka area known for its exciting events http://owl-osaka.net/lang/en.html
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OWL OSAKA
5-1 KakudachōOwl Osaka is an entertainment spot in the Umeda-Osaka area known for its exciting events http://owl-osaka.net/lang/en.html
Club Piccadilly Umeda Osaka
8-17 TaiyūjichōNewely built night club in Osaka, Umeda area.
Parks & Nature
Nakanoshima Park is a waterfront park nestled between the Dojimagawa and Tosaborigawa rivers. The park, about 1.5 km in length and 10.6 ha in area, is an urban oasis filled with greenery attracting a lot of citizens. At the end of every year, the park is illuminated and attracts many visitors. Nakanoshima Park has been designated as one of the 100 most scenic greenery spots in Osaka for its beautiful scenery against a background of many neighboring classical buildings, including Osaka City Central Public Hall and Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library.
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Nakanoshima Rose Garden
Nakanoshima-1-chōme-1 Kita WardNakanoshima Park is a waterfront park nestled between the Dojimagawa and Tosaborigawa rivers. The park, about 1.5 km in length and 10.6 ha in area, is an urban oasis filled with greenery attracting a lot of citizens. At the end of every year, the park is illuminated and attracts many visitors. Nakanoshima Park has been designated as one of the 100 most scenic greenery spots in Osaka for its beautiful scenery against a background of many neighboring classical buildings, including Osaka City Central Public Hall and Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library.
Hattori Ryokuchi is a park used by many as a relaxation spot in the Kita-Osaka region. Located west of Senrikyuryo area, the park's area is 33 times that of the Koshien Stadium, and within its mildly sloping grounds are bamboo forests, pine forests, and more than ten ponds. There are also numerous cultural and sporting facilities.
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Hattoriryokuchi
Hattori Ryokuchi is a park used by many as a relaxation spot in the Kita-Osaka region. Located west of Senrikyuryo area, the park's area is 33 times that of the Koshien Stadium, and within its mildly sloping grounds are bamboo forests, pine forests, and more than ten ponds. There are also numerous cultural and sporting facilities.
A park spreading from the foot to the middle of Mt. Satsuki (altitude: 315.3 meters), the symbol of Ikeda City, renowned for cherry blossoms, azaleas and autumn foliage. There are five hiking courses and an observation tower, providing a perfect location to view the Osaka Plain.A cherry blossom festival is held on a weekend in early April every year in the park square and the zoo. In the summer, it serves as one of the venues of the Gangara Himatsuri, a festival that dates back to the Edo Period.
五月山公園
2-chōme-5 AyahaA park spreading from the foot to the middle of Mt. Satsuki (altitude: 315.3 meters), the symbol of Ikeda City, renowned for cherry blossoms, azaleas and autumn foliage. There are five hiking courses and an observation tower, providing a perfect location to view the Osaka Plain.A cherry blossom festival is held on a weekend in early April every year in the park square and the zoo. In the summer, it serves as one of the venues of the Gangara Himatsuri, a festival that dates back to the Edo Period.
A park totaling approximately 260 hectares in area with a Japanese garden, Natural Culture Park, and a group of facilities for culture, sports, leisure and accommodation, created on the former venue of the Japan World Exposition held in 1970, in commemoration for its success. The Natural Culture Park is situated around the Tower of the Sun, the symbol of the Exposition created by the artist Taro Okamoto.
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Expo’70 Commemorative Park General Sports Square
3 SenribanpakukoenA park totaling approximately 260 hectares in area with a Japanese garden, Natural Culture Park, and a group of facilities for culture, sports, leisure and accommodation, created on the former venue of the Japan World Exposition held in 1970, in commemoration for its success. The Natural Culture Park is situated around the Tower of the Sun, the symbol of the Exposition created by the artist Taro Okamoto.
The park includes Osaka Castle Tower (Osaka Castle Museum), the Nishinomaru Garden, an ume (plum) orchard, the Osaka-jo Hall, and a Japanese archery ground.
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大阪城公國
The park includes Osaka Castle Tower (Osaka Castle Museum), the Nishinomaru Garden, an ume (plum) orchard, the Osaka-jo Hall, and a Japanese archery ground.
Entertainment & Activities
Universal Studios Japan®, covering a wide spectrum of entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events, is a world-class theme park appealing to children and adults of all ages. In 2014, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will make its debut at Universal Studios Japan, reproducing the world from the Harry Potter™ stories on a magnificent scale.
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日本環球影城
SakurajimaUniversal Studios Japan®, covering a wide spectrum of entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events, is a world-class theme park appealing to children and adults of all ages. In 2014, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will make its debut at Universal Studios Japan, reproducing the world from the Harry Potter™ stories on a magnificent scale.
Sitting at the mouth of the Osaka Bay is the enormous Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel, formerly the biggest, tallest and most technologically advanced observation wheel in the world (now surpassed by the even more massive British Airways London Eye). From high up in the air you can enjoy a panoramic view of the sea, the mountains, and the entire city of Osaka.On the seaward side is the Akashi Straits Bridge in the distance; on the landward side downtown Osaka and Mt. Rokko. The night view with illumination is so romantic that this Ferris wheel is famous as a date spot. It is 112.5 meters in height, has 60 eight-passenger cars (for a maximum capacity of 480 people), plus the world first "skyrocket fireworks" lighting pattern with illuminations of 100 meters in diameter. It also boasts the world first transmission of weather information by 100-meter-diameter illumination.
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天保山摩天輪
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriSitting at the mouth of the Osaka Bay is the enormous Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel, formerly the biggest, tallest and most technologically advanced observation wheel in the world (now surpassed by the even more massive British Airways London Eye). From high up in the air you can enjoy a panoramic view of the sea, the mountains, and the entire city of Osaka.On the seaward side is the Akashi Straits Bridge in the distance; on the landward side downtown Osaka and Mt. Rokko. The night view with illumination is so romantic that this Ferris wheel is famous as a date spot. It is 112.5 meters in height, has 60 eight-passenger cars (for a maximum capacity of 480 people), plus the world first "skyrocket fireworks" lighting pattern with illuminations of 100 meters in diameter. It also boasts the world first transmission of weather information by 100-meter-diameter illumination.
UMEDA JOYPOLIS
The facility has two floors of diverse latest attractions, including: the thrilling "WILD RIVER Splash!" of virtual rafting against a strong current; "SKY CRUISING" which lets you enjoy hang-gliding, a popular sky sport, through highly realistic sounds and images; and the "THE ROOM OF LIVING DOLLS" horror attraction which provides unprecedentedly horrifying experiences with its 4D settings. Be sure to visit this UMEDA JOYPOLIS, a venue which fully satisfies people of all ages.
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Umeda Joypolis
5-15 KakudachōUMEDA JOYPOLIS
The facility has two floors of diverse latest attractions, including: the thrilling "WILD RIVER Splash!" of virtual rafting against a strong current; "SKY CRUISING" which lets you enjoy hang-gliding, a popular sky sport, through highly realistic sounds and images; and the "THE ROOM OF LIVING DOLLS" horror attraction which provides unprecedentedly horrifying experiences with its 4D settings. Be sure to visit this UMEDA JOYPOLIS, a venue which fully satisfies people of all ages.
A three-minute walk from Hirakatakoen Station of the Keihan Railway, this is an amusement park for families, located in a bed-town of Osaka. Known by the nickname Hirapah, it utilizes its hilly landscape to site 43 attractions, although the park itself is compact at 160,000 square meters. The wooden rollercoaster Elf, of 695.6 meters in length and maximum speed of 58.1 kilometers, is a wild yet healing coaster, providing its riders a combination of fear and comfort by its shaking and softness only possible by wooden rollercoasters. Red Falcon is a satisfying rollercoaster of approximately 1,300 meters in length and a maximum speed of 70 kilometers. Giant Drop Meteo is a popular but extra wild ride that falls at a frightening speed; riders can experience freefalling, mind-losing fear. There are also spots where visitors can enjoy cute animals and beautiful roses. Other play areas include swimming pools in the summer, and skating rinks and Snow Land (an area for playing with snow).
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枚方公園
1-1 HirakatakōenchōA three-minute walk from Hirakatakoen Station of the Keihan Railway, this is an amusement park for families, located in a bed-town of Osaka. Known by the nickname Hirapah, it utilizes its hilly landscape to site 43 attractions, although the park itself is compact at 160,000 square meters. The wooden rollercoaster Elf, of 695.6 meters in length and maximum speed of 58.1 kilometers, is a wild yet healing coaster, providing its riders a combination of fear and comfort by its shaking and softness only possible by wooden rollercoasters. Red Falcon is a satisfying rollercoaster of approximately 1,300 meters in length and a maximum speed of 70 kilometers. Giant Drop Meteo is a popular but extra wild ride that falls at a frightening speed; riders can experience freefalling, mind-losing fear. There are also spots where visitors can enjoy cute animals and beautiful roses. Other play areas include swimming pools in the summer, and skating rinks and Snow Land (an area for playing with snow).
KANSAI CYCLE SPORTS CENTER, located in Kongo-Ikoma-Kisen Quasi-National Park, is a theme park of bicycles with an amusement park and camping sites combined into one. On its three-kilometer Cycling Course and Unique Bicycle Ground surrounded by greenery, you can try 800 unique bicycles. There are also exciting bicycle attraction areas such as Cycle Luge, a bicycle-version of rollercoaster in which you go down steep slopes while carefully steering your bicycle. At the same time, Bicycle Practice Gardens are provided for those who cannot ride a bicycle. The premises have camping sites as well, where visitors can enjoy a barbecue and stay at a cottage in a grove.
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關西自行車運動中心
1304 AmanochōKANSAI CYCLE SPORTS CENTER, located in Kongo-Ikoma-Kisen Quasi-National Park, is a theme park of bicycles with an amusement park and camping sites combined into one. On its three-kilometer Cycling Course and Unique Bicycle Ground surrounded by greenery, you can try 800 unique bicycles. There are also exciting bicycle attraction areas such as Cycle Luge, a bicycle-version of rollercoaster in which you go down steep slopes while carefully steering your bicycle. At the same time, Bicycle Practice Gardens are provided for those who cannot ride a bicycle. The premises have camping sites as well, where visitors can enjoy a barbecue and stay at a cottage in a grove.
One of the downsides to the location of Osaka is that there are few natural hot springs in the area. Luckily, there is one in a very prominent location downtown, and no one can ever say Osakans aren't innovative in creating the kitschy, over-the-top super sento Spa World with it.
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Spa World
3-chōme-4-24 EbisuhigashiOne of the downsides to the location of Osaka is that there are few natural hot springs in the area. Luckily, there is one in a very prominent location downtown, and no one can ever say Osakans aren't innovative in creating the kitschy, over-the-top super sento Spa World with it.
The third zoo to be built in Japan, with a history of more than 90 years. The natural living environments are reproduced in the African Savanna Zone and the elephant barn, among others.
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天王寺動物園
1-108 ChausuyamachōThe third zoo to be built in Japan, with a history of more than 90 years. The natural living environments are reproduced in the African Savanna Zone and the elephant barn, among others.