Namba Osaka Prefecture is located in the center of the Kinki region in the central and western parts of Japan. Although its area is the largest among all prefectures in Japan, Osaka Castle has a five-story watchtower and the castle tower.

It is the smallest, but its population and population density are second only to the capital Tokyo, ranking second in the country.

It is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces the bow-shaped Osaka Bay to the west.

Because it is close to Kyoto and Nara, the ancient capitals of Japan, it quickly developed and prospered as a hub for water and land transportation and a commercial city.

There is Osaka Castle in Osaka City. It is centered on the five-story castle tower and has a lawn park of about 60,000 square meters. When the cherry blossoms bloom in spring, there is an endless stream of tourists who come here to enjoy the flowers.

In Umeda, the northern gate of Osaka, there are many large underground shopping malls lined with restaurants, fashion specialty stores, and grocery stores.

The area centered on Umeda is called "North"; the area centered on Namba and Dotonbori is called "South".

Namba is a bustling neighborhood full of civilian atmosphere, and Dotonbori is an area lined with restaurants on both sides of the Dotonbori River.

The south is a famous entertainment district, where many theaters and cinemas are concentrated.

As a new tourist attraction in Osaka in recent years, it is a new seaside area that is being developed. Among them, "Tempozan Port Village" has a large observation car with a height of 112.5 meters, a shopping street, the Suntory Museum, etc., and there is also the ATC (Asia Pacific Trade Center).

Japan's largest wholesale goods market, these places are extremely popular.

Osaka Umeda is a large commercial district with the largest underground shopping mall in Japan. There is a constant flow of people all day long. Umeda, the origin of Osaka, in Kita-ku, Osaka City, is the local economic center.

Osaka Station is located here.

Osaka Station is a large comprehensive railway station and a major transportation hub where vehicles from the JR Line, Hankyu Line, Hanshin Line and three subway lines come and go.

Around the station, towering skyscrapers emerged from the redevelopment of department stores and fiber wholesale streets. It is a place where companies, banks, restaurants, etc. gather.

Corresponding to "South" centered on Namba and Shinsaibashi, Umeda is called "North" and has a constant flow of people all day long, turning it into a large business district.

The Umeda Underground Shopping Center, which claims to be the largest underground shopping mall in Japan, is lined with cafes, restaurants, and stores selling foreign goods, groceries, and food. The "Spring Plaza" area with colorful tiles and beautiful fountains has become a small city.

A new attraction in Umeda is the "HEPFIVE" large observation car.

The observation car built on the roof of the 9-story building is brightly lit at night, and you can overlook the entire night view of Osaka from the car.

The Osaka Kyobashi-Sakuranomiya high-rise buildings in the Osaka Business Garden and the Sakura Park built along the embankment connect Osaka City's Miyakoshima Ward and Chuo Ward's Kyobashi area, which is one of the city's most famous bustling areas.

Kyobashi Station can transfer to three lines: JR Line, Keihan Line, and Subway. Many people change trains here every day. The passenger flow is quite large, and passengers come and go all day long.

Across the Neyagawa River, Chuo Ward is home to entertainment facilities such as showrooms of major companies, restaurants, and a digital art plaza.

Osaka's symbolic building Osaka Castle is also nearby. At night, you can overlook the brightly lit Osaka Castle from the observation deck on the 38th floor.

In Sakuranomiya, north of Osaka Castle and on the east bank of the Okawa River, there is Sakuranomiya Park, which has been a famous cherry blossom resort since ancient times.

The park is a slender park built along the embankment of the river. There are hiking trails on both sides of the river, and there is an endless stream of citizens taking a walk while enjoying the beautiful scenery.

On the west bank of the Okawa River is the Osaka Mint Mint Museum. The Mint Museum building is a Western-style building about 100 years ago, giving people a solemn and solid feeling. The museum displays Japanese currency and coins collected from all over the world.

4,500 medals, etc.

In spring, about 450 cherry blossom trees form a cherry blossom gallery. Many people come here to enjoy the flowers, and it is bustling all day long.

Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Shin-Osaka Station in about 2 hours and 30 minutes, and get off at Kyobashi Station.

Take the JR Osaka Loop Line from Osaka Station to Sakuranomiya Station for about 4 minutes, and get off at Sakuranomiya Station.

Nakanoshima, Osaka The administrative, economic and cultural center of Osaka City. Nakanoshima, an oasis among the skyscrapers, is sandwiched between the Dojima River and the Tosabori River that flow through the center of Osaka City from east to west. It is the administrative, economic and cultural center of Osaka City.

The center of culture.

In addition to the city administration building, banks, and newspaper offices, there are also various cultural facilities such as parks, art galleries, libraries, and public halls.

Nakanoshima Park is the earliest park built in Osaka. With lush trees and greenery, the park has become an oasis in a neighborhood lined with buildings.

The promenade along the river provides citizens with a place to take a relaxing walk while being blown by the river breeze.

There is also a rose garden in the park, where you can see various roses collected from all over the world.

The Osaka Municipal Museum of Oriental Porcelain is famous for its large collection, with approximately 2,000 exhibits from China, Korea and Japan.

At the Osaka Municipal Academy of Sciences, there is a planetarium with the world's largest dome, where you can watch short movies with all-day effects.

In addition, the Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library and the Osaka City Central Public Hall, which stand side by side at the eastern end of Nakanoshima, are Western buildings built 100 years ago.

The exterior of the masonry structure exudes a romantic atmosphere and is pleasing to the eyes of those who take a stroll.

At night, these buildings have a unique charm under the light.