24 hours in Osaka

Don't let the concrete and highway overpasses deceive you: once you scratch the surface a little, you'll find that Osaka is friendly, lively, and so charming.


Osaka Castle
Start your day with a bit of culture. Proudly standing in the middle of the city is magnificent Osaka-jo. Although the original 1583 structure completely burned down last century, it's been fully re-constructed and re-furbished. The interior of the castle presents eight stories displaying a great collection of documents and artifacts. The castle grounds are especially lovely during cherry blossom season in early April, but if you missed it, the park is always great for a stroll and a picnic, at any time of the year.read more

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