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Tennoji, Shinsekai

Zoos & Aquariums

Tennoji Zoo

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It is a historical zoo and there are about 170 species and 1,000 animals.

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Feel Rejuvenated by Animals in the Heart of Osaka! A Visitor’s Guide to Tennoji Zoo

Tennoji Zoo is a unique place where you can connect with nature and animals right in the heart of big-city Osaka. Along with zoo favorites, you can also meet rare animals. In addition to observing animals’ real behaviors up close, you can enjoy a variety of events throughout the year. Here’s a guide to the highlights of Tennoji Zoo, the best seasons to visit, and nearby sightseeing spots. Use this article to plan your trip and make the most of Tennoji Zoo.

Hommachi, Yodoyabashi, Kitahama

Museums

Kyocera Dome Osaka

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Home of the professional baseball team Orix Buffaloes. This multipurpose stadium accommodates powerful professional baseball games and various events and concerts.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

Museums

The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

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The hands-on museum where you can learn about life in Osaka now and then.

Tennoji, Shinsekai

Shopping Streets

Shinsekai Hon-dori Shopping Street

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Specialties in Osaka cluster in this area. Enjoy gourmet food for common people.

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[Shinsekai Travel Guide] Enjoy Tsutenkaku and the Bustling Shopping Streets!

Shinsekai is a must-visit destination where you can experience the unique sights and flavors of Osaka. No trip to Osaka is complete without a stop in this iconic district, known for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious street food. With countless attractions, just strolling through the neon-lit streets lined with flashy signs can be an experience in itself. However, there’s so much more to Shinsekai than meets the eye. For first-time visitors, this guide will help you make the most of your time, ensuring you fully immerse yourself in the culture, food, and excitement of Shinsekai. Read through before your Osaka adventure and get ready to explore like a pro!

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

Shrines & Temples

Osaka Tenmangu Shrine

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This shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning. The Tenjin Festival held in summer is one of the three major festivals in Japan, attracting many visitors from Japan and abroad.

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Meet "real Japan" in Kansai - an exclusive experience.

Kansai Region hosted a capital city in ancient times and has served as the nation’s hub. It has produced many types of culture, which are handed down to this day. Touring the Kansai Area allows you to trace back the source of Japanese culture. The guide by the Japanese-culture-and-arts expert and the exclusive space are woven together into this acclaimed video. Enjoy a simulated cultural experience in the space usually closed off from the public.

Osaka Castle, Kyobashi

Parks & Gardens

Osaka Castle Park

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Osaka Castle’s tower is at the heart of this Park with multi facilities and concert / event halls.

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Experience the History and Nature of Japan’s Three Great Castles! Your Guide to Touring Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle, affectionately referred to as "Taiko-san's Castle" by locals, stands as a symbol of Osaka. The site is home to numerous structures designated as Important Cultural Properties and is famous for the Osaka Castle Park, a renowned cherry blossom viewing spot. Often listed among Japan’s three great castles, Osaka Castle is celebrated worldwide for its beauty. This article highlights the must-see attractions for first-time visitors to ensure you make the most of your visit.

Tennoji, Shinsekai

Shrines & Temples

Shitennoji Temple

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Prince Shotoku had this first Japanese Buddhism temple built. One of the oldest architectural styles in Japan, Shitennoji Temple Building Layout, can be seen on the temple grounds. There are also valuable treasures from the founding time.

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Shitennoji Temple was founded by Prince Shotoku, one of the most famous historical figures known to nearly all Japanese people. It is one of Japan’s oldest temples and is known for featuring Japan’s oldest architectural style. The temple also has a Japanese garden where you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and a classic Japanese atmosphere. In this article, we introduce the history and highlights of Shitennoji Temple. The vast grounds are filled with many things to see, and this guide will help you enjoy its charm to the fullest.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

Tourist Attractions

Osaka City Central Public Hall

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A meeting facility built in the Taisho era. The red brick retro architecture is a landmark of Nakanoshima.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)

Famous Places

Nakanoshima

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Nakanoshima is the land area sandwiched between Dojima and Tosabori Rivers. This scenic spot is known for the iconic Aqua Metropolis Osaka and picturesque streetscapes filled with worldly vibes, offices and high-rise complexes.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

Shopping Streets

Kuromon Market

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Kuromon Market, located in Minami, the heart of Osaka, has a long history of serving Osaka’s food culture and offers a wide variety of seasonal foods.

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Feast on Osaka’s Best Bites: A Guide to Kuromon Ichiba Market

Known as “Osaka’s Kitchen,” the massive shopping street Kuromon Ichiba Market is packed with carefully selected ingredients. Around 150 shops line this lively arcade, where you can enjoy shopping and outstanding seafood to your heart’s content. Here’s what to eat at the food-walkers’ paradise Kuromon Ichiba Market, plus other shopping streets to enjoy nearby. Use this guide and you’ll be able to enjoy Kuromon Ichiba Market to the fullest.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

Shopping Streets

America-mura

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Fashion, Music, Art, and more... Osaka's most up-to-date, trendy place for young people to hang out.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

Famous Places

Dotonbori

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The “eat ‘till you drop” foodie destination marked by the larger than life signboard.

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Enjoy Osaka’s Iconic Scenery and Food! A Dotonbori Sightseeing Guide

Known as the “Nation’s Kitchen,” Dotonbori has a long history of helping shape Japan’s food culture, with rows of warehouse residences during the Edo period. It is still known as a “city of indulgent eating,” where you can enjoy Osaka specialties and many other outstanding dishes. Beyond the food, the area is also home to iconic Osaka scenery and popular sightseeing spots, making it a must-visit destination in Osaka. Here is an introduction to sightseeing spots, restaurants, and nearby areas worth visiting along with Dotonbori.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

Experiences Facilities

Dotonbori Kukuru Konamon Museum

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The entertainment museum where you can "Make, Understand, and Learn" about Takoyaki.

Tondabayashi, Kawachinagano

Tourist Attractions

Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group

A cluster of mounded tumuluses of kings of the ancient Japanese islands, consisting of the “Mozu area” in Sakai City and the “Furuichi area” in Habikino City and Fujiidera City, Osaka. It is Osaka’s first World Heritage Site.

Nanyodori Shotengai (Janjan Yokocho Alley)

Tennoji, Shinsekai

Shopping Streets

Nanyodori Shotengai (Janjan Yokocho Alley)

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Crispy kushi-katsu skewers, udon shops and other foodie delights, games of “go” or shogi”, retro shooting salons and so much more for kids and adults to love.

Sumiyoshi, Nagai

Shrines & Temples

Sumiyoshi Taisha

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The head shrine of 2300 Sumiyoshi shrines nationwide. Famous for Sumiyoshi Festival in summer.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

Shopping Streets

Hozenji Yokocho

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It is famous for two stone-paved alleys stretching east to west and the statue of Mizukake Fudoson.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)

Museums

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater

A theater run by Yoshimoto Kogyo where the comedy culture is spread from. You can enjoy comedy talk shows and dramas throughout the year.

Hokusetsu

Museums

CUPNOODLES MUSEUM OSAKA IKEDA

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A hands-on food education museum where you can learn about the history and development of the world's first instant ramen and make your own Cup Noodles.

Hirakata, Neyagawa, Moriguchi

Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Hirakata Park

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Packed with thrills for all 4 seasons! The long-lived amusement park known by the nickname “Hirapah”

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Hirakata Park Complete Guide: From Basic Information to Seasonal Highlights

If you're looking for a place in Osaka that the whole family can enjoy, Hirakata Park is a great choice. This long-standing amusement park has been entertaining visitors for over 100 years and continues to evolve with new attractions and seasonal events, offering something fresh with every visit. The park is equipped with family-friendly facilities and boasts excellent accessibility-easily reachable by train from both central Osaka and Kyoto. This guide introduces everything you need to know about Hirakata Park, including how to get there, ticket information, popular attractions, seasonal activities, dining options, souvenirs, and facilities for families with young children. If you're planning a trip to Osaka, be sure to keep this guide handy.

Things to Do
Osaka

Osaka Travel Guide

Tennoji Zoo

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Kyocera Dome Osaka

The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Shinsekai Hon-dori Shopping Street

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Osaka Tenmangu Shrine

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Osaka Castle Park

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Shitennoji Temple

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Osaka City Central Public Hall

Nakanoshima

Kuromon Market

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America-mura

Dotonbori

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Dotonbori Kukuru Konamon Museum

Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group

Nanyodori Shotengai (Janjan Yokocho Alley)

Sumiyoshi Taisha

Hozenji Yokocho

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater

CUPNOODLES MUSEUM OSAKA IKEDA

Hirakata Park

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Things to Do Osaka

Osaka Travel Guide

Tennoji Zoo

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Kyocera Dome Osaka

The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Shinsekai Hon-dori Shopping Street

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Osaka Tenmangu Shrine

Meet "real Japan" in Kansai - an exclusive experience.

Osaka Castle Park

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Shitennoji Temple

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Osaka City Central Public Hall

Nakanoshima

Kuromon Market

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America-mura

Dotonbori

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Dotonbori Kukuru Konamon Museum

Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group

Nanyodori Shotengai (Janjan Yokocho Alley)

Sumiyoshi Taisha

Hozenji Yokocho

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater

CUPNOODLES MUSEUM OSAKA IKEDA

Hirakata Park

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Osaka