When we here about Japan, we always think of Tokyo but less we know there is another place to explore and enjoy called Osaka.
Osaka is celebrated as the Keihanshin Metropolitan Area. As compared to Tokyo which is reserved and shy, Osaka is known to be extravagant, warm and loud.
Here are some Osaka's main attractions that stand out:
1. Dotonbori and NambaLong time ago, Dotonbori is well known as theater district, but as time goes by many things has changed. Today, the place caters different and delectable restaurants and elaborate shops decorated with neon lights making the place more outgoing and lively. One of the best foods that you should try here is their version of takoyaki and okonomiyaki.
Dotonbori can be found just in conjunction with the Dotonbori Canal located in Namba.
2. TenjinMatsuriIt is best to visit Osaka in the last quarter of July because a festival known as TenjimMatsuri is celebrated during the end of the month. It is a feast about 8th century Imperial court. It is celebrated over 1000 years now. You will definitely enjoy geishas, extravagant fireworks, river boats parade and many more that will surely delight your eyes.
3. Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine
This shrine is one of Japan’s oldest. It was founded in 211 – just before the Chinese influenced the architectural designs of Japanese temples. Therefore, the Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine is said to be purely Japanese owned.
The Sumiyoshi-taisha hallows 3 gods that is known as protectors of travelers, fishermen and sailors.
4. Hanshin Tigers A visit in Osaka is never complete without meeting or watching Hanshin Tigers play baseball. Hanshin Tigers and the Yomiuri Giants are the fiercest rivals in the world of baseball in Japan. Seeing them intensely play for the win is one of the best that you could experience.
Not only that, you will definitely be amazed on how the Tigers fans show devotion for the team. They are intensely fun and incredible.
Baseball games usually start at the month of August.
5. NGK Comedy Theater Japanese is known to be lover of amusements and pranks. So, comedy bars and amusement theaters is almost everywhere in Japan. Even though it is quite hard for a non-Japanese tourist to laugh at the jokes since it is not translated well, it is still a well recommended visit. You will definitely have fun with the Osaka’s comedy which is incorporated clowning silliness. Osaka is also known to home a lot of famous and outrageous comedians in Japan. This experience is definitely cannot be forgotten.
If you wish to watch Japanese comedy in action, you should pay a visit at Namba Grand Kagetsu. It is one of the best places in Japan that caters comedy in action.
With the above list, Osaka has made it clear that they are far not behind of what Tokyo has to offer to various tourists. Osaka is even greater as you learn to explore more. There are a lot more things to do and places to visit in Osaka. See you there!
Osaka is celebrated as the Keihanshin Metropolitan Area. As compared to Tokyo which is reserved and shy, Osaka is known to be extravagant, warm and loud.
Here are some Osaka's main attractions that stand out:
1. Dotonbori and NambaLong time ago, Dotonbori is well known as theater district, but as time goes by many things has changed. Today, the place caters different and delectable restaurants and elaborate shops decorated with neon lights making the place more outgoing and lively. One of the best foods that you should try here is their version of takoyaki and okonomiyaki.
Dotonbori can be found just in conjunction with the Dotonbori Canal located in Namba.
2. TenjinMatsuriIt is best to visit Osaka in the last quarter of July because a festival known as TenjimMatsuri is celebrated during the end of the month. It is a feast about 8th century Imperial court. It is celebrated over 1000 years now. You will definitely enjoy geishas, extravagant fireworks, river boats parade and many more that will surely delight your eyes.
3. Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine
This shrine is one of Japan’s oldest. It was founded in 211 – just before the Chinese influenced the architectural designs of Japanese temples. Therefore, the Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine is said to be purely Japanese owned.
The Sumiyoshi-taisha hallows 3 gods that is known as protectors of travelers, fishermen and sailors.
4. Hanshin Tigers A visit in Osaka is never complete without meeting or watching Hanshin Tigers play baseball. Hanshin Tigers and the Yomiuri Giants are the fiercest rivals in the world of baseball in Japan. Seeing them intensely play for the win is one of the best that you could experience.
Not only that, you will definitely be amazed on how the Tigers fans show devotion for the team. They are intensely fun and incredible.
Baseball games usually start at the month of August.
5. NGK Comedy Theater Japanese is known to be lover of amusements and pranks. So, comedy bars and amusement theaters is almost everywhere in Japan. Even though it is quite hard for a non-Japanese tourist to laugh at the jokes since it is not translated well, it is still a well recommended visit. You will definitely have fun with the Osaka’s comedy which is incorporated clowning silliness. Osaka is also known to home a lot of famous and outrageous comedians in Japan. This experience is definitely cannot be forgotten.
If you wish to watch Japanese comedy in action, you should pay a visit at Namba Grand Kagetsu. It is one of the best places in Japan that caters comedy in action.
With the above list, Osaka has made it clear that they are far not behind of what Tokyo has to offer to various tourists. Osaka is even greater as you learn to explore more. There are a lot more things to do and places to visit in Osaka. See you there!