Kavin at Kinkakuji Temple in KyotoPhoto by KAVIN SIM, Malaysia
Great light festival in JulyPhoto by AMANDA S, Australia
The Golden Pavilion in Kyoto.Photo by Ulla S, Finland
Shannon and StinxPhoto by AMANDA S, Australia
The ubiquitous deerPhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Kasuga Shrine - lanternsPhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Nijō CastlePhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Kofuju-ji, NaraPhoto by Cat, USA
Kyoto Imperial Palace (glimpse of the interior)Photo by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Golden PavilionPhoto by Ngar Li L, Malaysia
Golden Pavilion (surroundings)Photo by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Kiyomizu-Dera TemplePhoto by Ngar Li L, Malaysia
Todaiji TemplePhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Deer outside Todaiji TemplePhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Whilst on the day tour this photo was taken in the...Photo by Anonymous
Todaiji temple, NaraPhoto by Cat, USA
Kyoto Imperial PalacePhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Wondrous deer (Deer Park - Todaiji Temple)Photo by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Famous landmark of Osaka with many cherry blossoms...Photo by Catherine C, Philippines
Golden Pavilion.Photo by Romana K, Australia
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Osaka is the working heart of the Kansai region, famous for its down-to-earth citizens and hearty cuisine. The city combines historical and cultural attractions with all the delights of a Japanese urban phenomenon. In fact, the city is surpassed only by Tokyo as a showcase of Japanese city life.
At night Osaka's streets and alleys come alive with flashing neon, beckoning residents and travelers alike with promises of tasty food and good times. Meanwhile, waterfront developments are restoring Osaka's image as a port town and creating new attractions for visitors.
Kyoto Day Trips from Osaka
Osaka is an excellent location from which to explore various tourist attractions in Japan. In particular, Kyoto is widely regarded as one of the Japanese cities that are not to be missed for visitors ... Continue Reading »
Nara Tours from Osaka
Nara, located in Japan's Kansai (Southern) region, was the country's first permanent capital city, established in the year 710 AD. Nara is easily accessible from Osaka via either high-speed train or ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Osaka: Suggested Itineraries
The Japanese province of Kansai has Kyoto as its temple goddess, but working-class Osaka adds the down-to-earth charm of a very modern Japanese city to the province's list of attractions. By day, the ... Continue Reading »
Best hotel in Osaka, Sheraton Myako.
With a shuttle bus too and from the Osaka airport, a central city location and just mins from the main train station did i mention english speaking staff...The Sheraton Meyako Hotel is great. What ... Continue Reading »
Kaikyokan Aquarium in Shimonoseki
A few hours west of Osaka is Kaikyokan Aquarium in Shimonoseki, it's the home of the blow fish and our friend just HAD to take us here to try the blowfish. It's said that unless the blowfish is ... Continue Reading »
Kintai Bridge Cherry blossom festival
This cherry blossom festival is located of course at the kintai bridge, its most famous for its hump like structure, its a small fee to cross this famous bridge to get to the beautiful gardens on the ... Continue Reading »
Naoshima
Not exactly in Osaka but not too far. Fantastic and quot;Art Island and quot; Don't be put off by the reviews which say they don't speak English. It doesn't matter. It's such a great ... Continue Reading »
Osaka: A Short History
Early beginnings: Osaka is centrally placed between busy river and sea routes and has therefore always been Japan’s gateway to the rest of the world. Naniwazu Port, the predecessor to the modern ... Continue Reading »
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Explore the wonders of Osaka on a full-day guided walking tour. You'll enjoy lunch and see Osaka's famous attractions including Osaka Castle, the Aerial Garden Observatory and Twin Towers.
