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Home to nearly nine million and powering an economy that exceeds both Hong Kong's and Thailand's, Osaka packs quite a punch. The confident, stylish city is a shopping hub, with fabulous restaurants and nightlife. It's an ideal base for exploring the Kansai region; Kyoto's World Heritage Sites, Nara's temple and Koya-san's eerie graves are within 90 minutes by train. Top city attractions include the aquarium, Osaka Castle, Universal Studios Japan and the futuristic Floating Garden Observatory.
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1. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,658 reviews
See the wide range of habitats that make up the Pacific Rim on a tour of this fascinating aquarium, which takes you from one environment to another and lets you feel as though you’re underwater.
Reviewed By jajavalB - Lampang, Thailand
We visited this attraction on weekends of 3rd November(long holidays in Japan).its admission line to buy tickets are organized to specific period of time for entry , we already bought osaka 1 day pass (combined with admission fee to this aquarium) so it's quick, not too long wait in line. The journey begin on the top floor of the building,8th floor, with wildlife on the beach or surface water, then step dowm floor by floor with spectacular animal from japan and all over the world. The outstanding star is Giant whale shark within big tank of waters with transparent high pressure proof acrylic panes where we can observe its natural lifes with amazing grace with other marine lifes. There are many interesting exhibitions about deep sea and antarctica marine lifes, sharks,stingrays,penguins, jellyfish and kingcrabs.
2. Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
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4.5 based on 856 reviews
Built prior to the influx of Buddhist architecture, this shrine - one of the oldest in Japan - exemplifies a purely Japanese style design.
Reviewed By leungalex
Ths is place brings calm and peace, the bridge is beautiful. The steps on the bridge are deceptively steep but when you walk on them they are just like ordinary stairs, amazing architectural design. Take the subway to Tennoji station then Hankai line tram to Sumiyoshitorii-Mae, you get to enjoy the charming tram too, an unexpected experience in modren Osaka,
3. Mint Museum
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4.5 based on 541 reviews
Tour the facility that produces Japanese coins and medals of honor and visit the historic coinage museum year-round. If you visit during the spring, you might catch the cherry blossoms on the Mint's 400 cherry trees.
4. Kids Plaza Osaka
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4.5 based on 368 reviews
Please note that even if you use the "Skip the Line: Kids Plaza Osaka Admission Ticket" sold by JTRweb limited, you cannot get priority entry. In order to redeem the ticket for an admission ticket, you must wait in line to buy the ticket. This is a very interesting children's museum and is the best way for travelers with children in Osaka. There are many educational and playful exhibits and activities for children. The Kids Town designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser,an Austrian architect, is through the 4th floor and the 5th floor. In Japan, this is the only member of ACM, Association of Children's Museums.
Reviewed By DaisyTulipNorwich
An awesome experience for children (and adults). TV studios, nature sections, interactive games, play areas. Miniature kitchens for children to cook.
5. Kemasakuranomiya Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By PaulSiow - Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
We took the metro to Sakuranomiya station and on exiting the station, we were already feasting our eyes on the beautiful cherry blossoms in full bloom. We took a walk on both sides of the river and viewed lots of cherry blossom trees. Unlike other places, this place was not so crowded, maybe because we went early in the morning. Among all the places we visited to view cherry blossoms in Osaka and Tokyo, this is probably the best, and it is totally free and so near the station.
6. Harukas 300 Observation Deck
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4.5 based on 280 reviews
Reviewed By flora1602 - Kuching, Malaysia
tallest building in Osaka. the views are spectacular. very romantic especially at night with all the lights and all. went there with my man during my birthday! spent nearly 2 hours there
7. Cool Japan Park Osaka
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4.5 based on 222 reviews
A NEW THEATER FACILITY FOR ATTRACTING VISITORS WAS BORN IN OSAKA FEBRUARY, 2019! This new facility will support a state-of-the-art environment with 3 theaters, making possible for the staging of various genres of entertainment. These 3 theaters will each have different capacities ranging in sizes from small, medium to large. Focusing our theme on providing world-class entertainment, we aim to increase both domestic and international tourism to Osaka Castle Park. Furthermore, in addition to improving the draw of Osaka as a global tourism and entertainment city, we aim to contribute to the economic and industrial growth of Osaka and the Kansai Region, and to operate a facility loved by everyone, with emphasis on the harmony between nature and greenery.
Reviewed By wakanaf2019
Had a chance to watch this show called “Keren” near the Osaka Castle built by Hideyoshi Toyotomi in 1583. If you have chance to visit Osaka, this is what you can’t miss!! You will enjoy not only Japanese culture but also Osaka culture which is unique compare to other locations. There is a discount only for tourists: ¥7,500 → ¥3,000 ($28ish) by showing your passport! Tour suggestion: Visit Osaka Castle in the morning ↓ Ride on the river cruising ↓ Eat lunch at Osaka Castle Park ↓ Watch Keren
8. Osaka Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7,901 reviews
Once the largest castle in Japan when originally built in the 1580s, this castle has an observation platform with city views and a history museum that uses holograms, 3D pictures and other technologies to describe the history of the castle and the period during which it was built.
Reviewed By coldplaybunny - Osaka, Japan
A beautiful castle and magnificent testimony of history about the great city of Osaka. The castle is easily accessible with public transportation and covers a large area which includes a park around the castle with several amenities. The observatory on the top floor provides a beautiful view of the city and each floor shows you a moment of history and the role of the castle going back 300 years ago in Osaka. The castle takes you back in time and you will be able to see several exhibitions and when you stop on the second floor take a moment to wear a helmet and vest for a pictures as a samurai warrior. This is one visit you will remember forever so make sure to bring your camera and take pictures to share back home.
9. Osaka Museum of Housing and Living
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4.0 based on 830 reviews
Reviewed By TheOlliYouNeed - Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
The museum was close to where I lived and also just right above tenjinbashisuji 6-chome station. You get a discount if you present your Surutto Kansai Pass and admission is free is you have the Amazing Osaka Pass. What I liked most about my visit there was the simulated weather changes and the time of day in the museum. The voice overs are in Japanese but there are written English translations for a few of them. Worth to spend 30-60 minutes there if you have nothing else to do.
10. Universal Studios Japan
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10,677 reviews
This extremely popular theme park is equivalent to the Universal Studios in Hollywood and Orlando, and features shows, rides and restaurants based on famous movie themes, like Jaws, Back to the Future and Terminator.
Reviewed By Damienofkent
If I was rating just the park I would of given a 4 star but due to the staff all being fantastic it’s gone up to a 5 The actual park is not the biggest and several rides are very dated now and need changing eg .... Back draft ride ... I’m 40 and even I don’t remember when that film came out or what’s it was about .... apart from fire lol Terminator 2 ride was very slow and dragged , jaws classic ride can’t fault it , Spider-Man great , The pterodactyl ride in Jurassic Park was amazing and Harry Potter world didn’t disappoint The late night parade was good and great effects We went on Feb on a week day and the Qs were only half hr max so no issues there Would recommend for a day out lots of fun and the staff were all fantastic
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