Osaka

About Osaka

Laughter and Gastronomy in the Energetic City of Osaka

Osaka is one of Japan's commercial and cultural centers, with a unique liveliness and friendliness.

It is famous as a “gourmet town” with a wide variety of gourmet spots in downtown areas such as Dotonbori and Umeda.

In addition, historical landmarks such as Osaka Castle and Tsutenkaku Tower, and entertainment facilities such as Universal Studios Japan are abundant and popular among tourists.

Basic Information

region Kinki
capital Osaka
largest cities Osaka
Sakai
Higashiosaka
Hirakata
Toyonaka
area 1,905km2
population 8,772,209 (2024)
GDP 41,188 billion JPY
prefecture's tree Ginkgo tree
prefecture's bird Bull-headed shrike
prefecture's flower Japanese apricot

Popular Area

Northen Osaka (<i>Kita</i>)
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Northen Osaka (Kita) Area

Enjoy Osaka's urban culture

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Southern Osaka (<i>Minami</i>)
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Southern Osaka (Minami) Area

Entertainment center with all the charm of Osaka

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Western Osaka (<i>Nishi</i>)
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Western Osaka (Nishi) Area

Osaka's Waterfront Full of Attractions

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Eastern Osaka (<i>Higashi</i>)
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Eastern Osaka (Higashi) Area

A treasure trove of history and culture

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