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Ranked #1 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Mainly Historical“ 14/05/2013
- ”Amazing History“ 18/03/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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A collection of Japanese, Chinese and Korean ceramics – among the best in the world – is displayed at this outstanding...
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A collection of Japanese, Chinese and Korean ceramics – among the best in the world – is displayed at this outstanding museum.
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Ranked #2 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Going on a rainy Sunday was a bad idea...“ 19/05/2013
- ”Awesome Spectacular“ 18/05/2013
Category: Aquariums; Museums
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See the wide range of habitats that make up the Pacific Rim on a tour of this fascinating aquarium, which takes you from one...
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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.
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Ranked #3 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Big in Japan“ 17/05/2013
- ”Nice neon lights“ 17/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
The heart of Osaka nightlife, this area is filled with theaters, restaurants, cafes, bars, arcades and nightclubs.
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Ranked #4 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Shop shop shop“ 17/05/2013
- ”Great area“ 17/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #5 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Nice park but don't waste your money e...“ 20/05/2013
- ”Worth the Time“ 14/05/2013
Category: Parks; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Formally the home of the wife of 16th-century Japanese ruler Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the 15-acre Nishinomaru Garden is one of...
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Formally the home of the wife of 16th-century Japanese ruler Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the 15-acre Nishinomaru Garden is one of Osaka's most beloved cherry blossom viewing spots, with the Osaka Castle Tower enhancing the backdrop.
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Ranked #6 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Best night time experiences!“ 05/04/2013
- ”Tourist famous attraction!!!“ 02/08/2012
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #7 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Wow! So many varieties of cherry bloss...“ 10/05/2013
- ”Late blooming cheery trees“ 09/05/2013
Category: Museums
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Tour the facility that produces Japanese coins and medals of honor and visit the historic coinage museum year-round. If you...
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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.
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Ranked #8 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”BEAUTIFUL AND FUN AREA!!“ 15/04/2013
- ”quite near to Dotonbori area“ 14/04/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #9 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”"Amazing Puppets"“ 17/05/2013
- ”AMAZING!“ 16/04/2013
Category: Theatres
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One of the few places where bunraku, traditional Japanese pupper theater, can be enjoyed, this theater combines the latest in...
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One of the few places where bunraku, traditional Japanese pupper theater, can be enjoyed, this theater combines the latest in theater technology with architectural elements from the Edo period in Japan.
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Ranked #10 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Enjoyed being teenagers again“ 18/05/2013
- ”Good day out , but expensive to avoid...“ 17/05/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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This extremely popular theme park is equivalent to the Universal Studios in Hollywood and Orlando, and features shows, rides...
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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.
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Ranked #11 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Simply gorgeous“ 01/04/2013
- ”Wonderful natural temple“ 09/02/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites
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Built prior to the influx of Buddhist architecture, this shrine - one of the oldest in Japan - exemplifies a purely Japanese...
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Built prior to the influx of Buddhist architecture, this shrine - one of the oldest in Japan - exemplifies a purely Japanese style design.
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Ranked #12 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”One of the important landmarks of Osak...“ 20/05/2013
- ”Amazing sunset view of Osaka city“ 16/05/2013
Category: Observation Decks/ Towers; Architectural Buildings; Tourist/ Visitor Centres; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Magic Building which you enter from the street at level three. The Sky garden is off to the south on a low rise southern block which you look down onto. It represents the lanscape... more »
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Ranked #13 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”nice ride to Koyasan“ 06/04/2013
- ”いい感じです“ 12/05/2013
Category: Other
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Ranked #14 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Beautiful, especially on nice weather!“ 19/05/2013
- ”Oozing With History“ 18/05/2013
Category: Castles
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Once the largest castle in Japan when originally built in the 1580s, this castle has an observation platform with city views...
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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.
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Ranked #15 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Would be quite something on a clear da...“ 19/05/2013
- ”Fun even when rainy!“ 08/05/2013
Category: Lookouts
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Ranked #16 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Nature & sport.“ 07/04/2013
- ”A day in the park.“ 30/12/2012
Category: Gardens; Parks; Sports Complexes
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Ranked #17 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”A must see“ 16/05/2013
- ”Rainy Day Option“ 12/05/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #18 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Peaceful Temple“ 27/04/2013
- ”Very nice temple“ 26/04/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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The oldest temple in Japan, built over 1,400 years ago, this temple is famous for its symmetrical design and even has an...
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The oldest temple in Japan, built over 1,400 years ago, this temple is famous for its symmetrical design and even has an architectural arrangement named after it,”Shitenno-ji-style temple layout.”
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Ranked #19 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Excellent for kiddos“ 24/04/2013
- ”start from 9:30“ 07/04/2013
Category: Observation Decks/ Towers; Bridges; Dams; Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #20 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”A Fascinating museum with lots of Trai...“ 21/10/2012
- ”Nice Museum to spend an hour or two“ 08/10/2012
Category: Speciality Museums; Museums
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Ranked #21 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”A place for food and more food“ 16/12/2012
- ”Short Walk from Tsuruhashi Station“ 14/11/2012
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #22 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Great on a beautiful day“ 21/03/2013
- ”Rose garden“ 14/08/2012
Category: Islands; Parks
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Ranked #23 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Not like Tsukiji in Tokyo“ 26/04/2013
- ”I'm so glad I stayed near here!“ 24/04/2013
Category: Flea/ Street Markets; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #24 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Small but vibrant“ 15/03/2013
- ”Interesting place to eat and spend som...“ 04/03/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #25 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Okay ride“ 08/05/2013
- ”A red ferris wheel between buildings!“ 15/04/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #26 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Fun walk“ 07/02/2013
- ”日本の商店街代表“ 20/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #27 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Lot of space and clean air“ 09/10/2012
- ”よく手入れされています“ 06/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #28 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Good During Cherry Blossom Season... A...“ 06/05/2013
- ”Simply beautiful...“ 25/04/2012
Category: Parks
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Ranked #29 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Everything Takoyaki“ 08/04/2013
- ”Just takoyaki“ 09/12/2012
Category: Museums
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Ranked #30 of 185 attractions in Osaka
- ”Nothing in English and it's full of ph...“ 19/05/2013
- ”Modern Museum of Ancient Osaka“ 22/04/2013
Category: History Museums
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