Osaka Street Scenes
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School Kids in Osaka
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Cat at Umeda Hanshin Daiichi Building
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Shinsekai Area, Osaka
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Shop in Shinsekai Area, Osaka
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Dotonbori At Night In Namba, Osaka
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America-mura in Minami District, Osaka
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Taxi in Osaka
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People crossing Street near Osaka Station
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Street Scene, Osaka
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School, Osaka
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Keitakuen Garden in Tenno-ji Park, Osaka
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Feeding birds near Osaka Castle
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Tenno-ji Park in Osaka
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Shop in Osaka
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Underground in Osaka
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Isshin-ji Temple in Osaka
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Statue Triangle Park in America-mura, Osaka
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Downtown in Osaka
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Sunset over Osaka
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Street near Imamiyaebisu Shrine, Osaka
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Subway Station in Osaka
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Gate Tower Building Hanshin Expressway Kita Umeda, Osaka
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Huge Construction at Osaka Station in 2012
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Funny Billboard in Osaka
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Vending Machines in Osaka
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Railroad Crossing in Osaka
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Osaka Dotonbori Area
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Neon Signs in Osaka
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Fire Trucks Downtown Osaka
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Street Scene in Osaka
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Bicycle infront of a Restaurant, Osaka
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Neon Signs in Osaka
Explore the real Osaka
I usually visit Osaka always in combination with Kyoto. What I like about the city is that it is a bit rougher than Tokyo and the people are more direct and outgoing. Before you dive into the city I recommend you to get an overview from the observation decks of the Umeda Sky Building or the Abeno Harukas skyscraper.
The sheer scale of Osaka is just mind-blowing. The concrete jungle is extending till the horizon. When I am exploring a new place I sometimes just start walking for hours without a real plan. I am really interested in the hidden parts of a city and to get a feel for the “real” life in the suburbs. As a starter I recommend you a night walk through the Dotonbori area. Check out more infos below about my best city walks at night and day:)
Explore Ryokans in Osaka >
Ryokans are the perfect way to discover old Japanese culture and traditions.
My tips for local activities
How about exploring the highlights and hidden gems of the fascinating metropolis Osaka with a local guide? For more details check out this page >
Dotonbori
This entertainment district is a must-see especially at night. The futuristic look & feel of the area is absolutely unique. Enjoy the night clubs, good food and the happy people there.
Shinsekai Area
This is a rougher part of Osaka. The old entertainment district of Shinsekai gives you an insight view of the atmosphere of the 1950s and 60s.
Osaka Station
I think the area around Osaka Station is changing the fastest in the last couples of years. Every time I walk here I discover something new.
Side Streets
In Europe the power supply lines in the cities are usually hidden in the ground. The opposite is true for Osaka. Seeing this beautiful chaos in the side streets is why I like to explore this place. The pic was taken in the Kita Umeda district.
Tenno-ji Park Walk
If you would like to leave the Osaka concrete jungle behind you go to the largest park of the city with the name Tenno-ji. You can spend the whole day there to stroll around and to discover all the hidden and not so hidden spots.
Where to stay in Osaka?
Day trips from Osaka:
My 100 Best Moments in Japan
I have visited Japan nearly every year since 2004. This is my collection of the 100 best moments in my favorite country. Enjoy the pictures and I hope you will start your own journey soon.
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Books about Japan
Reading books is a great source of inspiration for me. Check out my recommended list of books about the fascinating country Japan.
My Book recommendations >
