Japan
Osaka
Attractions
Attractions in Osaka
Hep Five
Whether or not you like shopping, you may want to check out this unusual mall, with its unique stores and gigantic Ferris wheel that actually cuts into some of the floors.
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Joypolis
Bounce around in simulator rides, interact with movies and enjoy the other unique, high-tech amusements at this theme park, which also has a slew of arcade games.
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National Bunraku Theater
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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Shitennoji Temple
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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Dotombori
The heart of Osaka nightlife, this area is filled with theaters, restaurants, cafes, bars, arcades and nightclubs.
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Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
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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Kirin Plaza Osaka
Art and beer make interesting bedfellows at this innovative complex with a microbrewery on the bottom floors and contemporary art exhibits on the floors above.
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Suntory Museum
World-renowned architect Tadao Ando designed this simple and elegant museum, whose highlight is the world’s largest IMAX theater, and which also contains changing design exhibits.
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