While traveling in Japan, the thought of trying food similar to what is eaten in a Japanese home crosses one’s mind. Fortunately, after some research, I found a well-known home-style restaurant in the vicinity of Dotonbori in Osaka. Although there’s a place near Dotonbori called “Uraya,” I visited a restaurant named “Yayoiken,” located near Nipponbashi Station. “Yayoiken – A 24-hour ...
In various locations throughout Osaka, you can experience cruising on a ship. Even in the bustling commercial district of Dotonbori, which can be considered the central area of southern Osaka, you can find various types of cruise ships. Similarly, at Osaka Castle, you can embark on a cruise experience. “The Cruise Ship at Osaka Castle, ‘Gozabune Funabashi'” The cruise ship ...
In Japan, Osaka Castle is considered one of the three major castles alongside Kumamoto Castle and Himeji Castle. Osaka Castle, situated in Osaka, holds a poignant history related to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a figure associated with our painful past. “Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s Chūsokaku in Osaka Castle” Osaka Castle was constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi after he unified Japan. Built in 1783 under Toyotomi ...
Osaka Castle is currently transformed into a park, featuring various sections within its premises. Among them, you can find the Nishinomaru Garden, particularly popular during the cherry blossom season. “Garden Situated Across the Moat from Osaka Castle” Nishinomaru Garden is a delightful spot within Osaka Castle. Osaka Castle is surrounded by double moats, and before crossing the second moat, you ...
Osaka Castle, designed primarily for defense, features defensive structures throughout its premises. The castle boasts formidable defenses with double moats surrounding it. Adjacent to these moats, you can find watchtowers scattered around Osaka Castle. These watchtowers are open to the public, allowing tourists to explore and learn about their historical significance. “The Watchtower of Osaka Castle: Tamonyagura” Among these watchtowers, ...
Osaka Castle, along with Himeji Castle and Kumamoto Castle, is renowned as one of Japan’s three famous castles. Interestingly, Osaka Castle has historical ties to Korea, as it was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a figure associated with a painful chapter in Korean history. “Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi” This castle was constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a key figure in the ...
Heading south in Osaka, you can find a temple built in the Baekje architectural style called “Shitenno-ji.” This temple was established by Prince Shotoku, who embraced Buddhism from Baekje. “Scenery Around Shitenno-ji in Osaka” The surroundings of Shitenno-ji in Osaka offer a somewhat different atmosphere from the bustling areas of Dotonbori and Namba, which can be considered the central districts ...
Heading south in Osaka, there is a Buddhist temple that can be read as “Sacheonwangsa” in our native Korean characters. It is a Buddhist temple called “Shitenno-ji.” Although it may seem like a typical Buddhist temple, it has historical connections to Korea. This temple was originally established by Prince Shotoku in 578, who received three artisans from Baekje, an ancient ...
East of the Osaka Municipal Art Museum, you can find a small garden known as “Keitakuen Garden.” It features a traditional Japanese-style stroll garden with a nostalgic ambiance. This garden is renowned as the creation of “Ogawa Jihei,” a gardener who represented seven generations from the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa eras. The garden holds historical significance as it was donated ...
Adjacent to the “Tennoji Zoo” in the Osaka Tennoji area, the Osaka Municipal Art Museum stands proudly. Opened in 1936, this museum preserves important cultural assets, boasting a collection of around 8,000 artworks from Japan and China. “Continuation from Tennoji Zoo to the Municipal Art Museum” The Osaka Municipal Art Museum is located right next to the Tennoji Zoo. Thanks ...
Just a short distance southeast from the bustling Namba area in southern Osaka, you’ll discover the district known as “Shinsekai.” This area, home to the Tsutenkaku Observatory, exudes a different atmosphere compared to Dotonbori. “Dennoji Zoo in Osaka” Heading east from Osaka’s Shinsekai district leads to the Dennoji area, where you can find the Dennoji Zoo, a park where various ...
In Japan, you can enjoy special and unique shows that you might not find in other countries, and one such show involves performances with Japanese monkeys. While I didn’t intentionally visit to watch a monkey show, I happened to witness one on my way down from the Tsutenkaku Observatory in Osaka’s Shinsekai area. “Monkey Show at Osaka Shinsekai, Tsutenkaku Performance ...