Osaka

Dotonbori

Dotonbori: Located in the heart of Osaka, Dotonbori is a symbolic area. Restaurants and stores line the riverside, which is beautifully lit up at night. The famous “Glico sign” is also located here.

Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle: This iconic structure in Osaka offers visitors a glimpse into the history of Japan. There is also a museum inside the castle where visitors can learn about Osaka’s history and culture.

Shinsaibashi

Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan (USJ) is a large theme park located in Osaka, Japan, opened in 1999 and is part of the world-famous Universal Studios.

USJ is known for its attractions and shows based on popular film and television productions. The entertainment is filled with a Hollywood feel, focusing on Hollywood movies and Universal Pictures’ productions.

USJ attractions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” which recreates the magical world of the Harry Potter series, “Hollywood Dreams the Ride,” which takes you on an adventure through the world of Hollywood movies, and “Jurassic Park the Ride,” which takes you on a thrilling Jurassic Park experience. Jurassic Park the Ride” and more.

Sumiyoshitaisya Shrine and Taiko Bridge

Sumiyoshi Taisha, the head shrine of the 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines in Japan, is a historic shrine in Osaka City that is especially prayed for the safety of ships and a good catch of fish. It is the spiritual center of the people.

The anti-bridge, commonly called a “drum bridge,” is a “march bridge” with a curve so that the center is higher.

Japanese gardens, temples, shrines, rivers, waterways, and ponds tend to be called “taiko-bashi” bridges because of their semicircular shape, which is reminiscent of the body of a drum when viewed from the side.

This stone bridge, made of 1008 cedar trees, is believed to channel sacred energy and is considered the gateway to a sacred place.

The pond and the beautiful garden inside the temple are also highlights.

Tsutenkaku Tower

The first Tsutenkaku Tower, which resembles the Eiffel Tower on top of the Arc de Triomphe, was built in July 1912 as the symbol tower of Luna Park, an entertainment facility. In January 1943, the first Tsutenkaku Tower was demolished in a fire. The second Tsutenkaku Tower was rebuilt in 1956 by local residents, and its height, including the lightning rod, is 108 m. It was designed by Naito Tanaka, who also designed the Tokyo Tower, which was built around the same time. Recently, the tower has evolved over the years to include a special outdoor observatory and a new tower slider.

Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle is a historical castle in Osaka, Japan, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1597 and is especially famous for its size and beauty. Osaka Castle was destroyed in several wars, but the present castle was rebuilt in 1931 and is equipped with modern facilities. There is a museum inside the castle where visitors can learn about its history, and it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Osaka City. Surrounding the castle is a vast park where visitors can enjoy nature in all four seasons.