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Sushidokoro Jinsei

Sushidokoro Jinsei is a tiny sushi restaurant located in the Shinsaibashi district. It's a pretty fantastic place that's worth the price tag. If you have very limited time in Osaka, however, you might

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Swissotel Nankai Osaka

Towering over Nankai Namba Station, the Swissotel Nankai Osaka is a fine hotel right in the heart of the Minami action. Views from the rooms are stunning -- taking in vast swathes of the Osaka/Kobe me

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Takohachi

For a twist on the usual takoyaki, head over to Takohachi in Tennoji and eat some akashiyaki instead. It's similar to takoyaki, but is dipped in a light, delicious dashi broth instead. Great for those

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Takopa Takoyaki Park

Visiting Universal Studios Japan and craving takoyaki? Never fear - TAKOPA (Takoyaki Park)（改称）in Universal City Walk. You can sample your way through five of Osaka's best shops under a single roof. Ef

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Takoya Dotonbori Kukuru

Dotonbori has several great takoyaki stalls to choose from, and Takoya Dotonbori Kukuru is super popular with lovers of this street food. What's so great about them? Order their "bikkuri takoyaki" or

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Takoyaki Juhachiban

Visitors to Dotonbori are spoilt for choice when it comes to food, but if you have to choose just one takoyaki stall here, make it Takoyaki Juhachiban. These octopus balls contain several surprise ing

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Takoyaki Doraku Wanaka

Takoyaki Doraku Wanaka's takoyaki is another favourite with Osakans. They have several branches across the city from Namba to Nippombashi, but we like the Sennichimae stall - the takoyaki is fabulous,

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Takuya

Takuya is a small, counter seat-only tonkatsu restaurant near Higashi Umeda located in a backstreet jumble of tiny bars and restaurants. Their deep-fried, breaded pork cutlets are a cut above the rest

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Tazumura Daimaru Umeda Branch

If you're around JR Osaka Station and craving lunch, the 14th floor of Daimaru Umeda is chock-a-block with tasty restaurants. Tonkatsu specialist Tazumura is just one of many choices on this floor - a

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Teamlab Botanical Garden In Nagai Park

Explore nighttime illuminations amidst a stunning naturescape at teamLab's Botanical Garden. ![Escape the city for a different take on "night life" at teamLab's Botanical Garden exhibit in Nagai Bota

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Tempozan Ferris Wheel

Those who like high places and city views should take a ride on the Tempozan Ferris Wheel. Reaching a height of 112 meters, this Ferris wheel offers incredible views of the Bay Area, Osaka, and Kobe.

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Tempozan Marketplace

Located between the Tempozan Ferris Wheel and Osaka Aquarium, this large shopping and dining complex has everything you need to keep you and your travelling

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Tendon Kaneko Hannosuke

The Banpaku Memorial Park outpost of the famous Kaneko Hannosuke tendon serves up a solid and perfectly decent bowl of tempura. Don't expect the nicest surroundings though - you'll be chowing down i

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Tengu

Can't be bothered to queue at Daruma? Don't worry - there's another kushikatsu restaurant in Shinsekai that's just as good, if not better. Tengu is sure to satisfy all your greasy, deep-fried desires.

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Tenjinbashi Aoki

Aoki is a tiny 8-seat kaiseki restaurant in the Kita area that's notoriously difficult to get reservations at, not least because it has 2 Michelin stars. Michelin hype isn't eve

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Tenjinbashi Suji Shopping Street

Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street in Osaka's Kita district stretches a whopping 2.5 kilometers long. More importantly, it's home to over 600 shops and restaurants to browse. Its

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Tenjinbashi

Stretching for over two and a half kilometers past Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, Tenjinbashisuji shopping street is the longest covered shopping arcade in Japan, and one of Osaka's oldest merchant areas. Wes

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Tennoji And Abeno Area

Osaka's third major downtown hub, Tennoji, is rapidly transforming from a seedy retro wasteland into a happening urban center. The soaring new Abeno Harukas tower is only one of the many interesting s

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Tennoji Koen Park

Head over to Tennoji-koen Park near Tennoji Station for a respite from Osaka's crowds in some open space. You could check out the zoo, art museum, and Buddhist temple, but the best fun here is just w

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Tennoji Zoo

Known as Tennoji Dobutsuen in Japanese, Tennoji Zoo might not be up to international standards, but does house a variety of animals from lions and red pandas to penguins and rhinos. If you're travelin

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Teppanyaro Urasando

True blue Osaka nightlife dining with standout signature dishes. ![Close up of a knife separating the different layers of the star dish in the Teppanyaro restaurant, Osaka](https://photos.smugmug.com

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The Bridge Hotel Shinsaibashi

Besides the comfortable rooms and great location, the Bridge Hotel Shinsaibashi stands out for its fun value-added guest services like free ramen and fun cultural workshops. A great choice for first-t

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The Boly Osaka

The Boly Osaka is a fantastic budget hotel located along the Tosabori-gawa River in Kita. It's got great style, friendly staff and comfortable rooms, all for a phenomenal price. ![Chairs and tables o

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The Most Romantic Hotels In Osaka

Whether you're on a honeymoon or just want to spend some quality time with someone you love, Osaka has some seriously romantic hotels where you can make some memories. Here are our favorites. ![Loung

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The Museum Of Oriental Ceramics Osaka

If you're a pottery lover, you'll love the Museum of Oriental Ceramics in the Umeda district. But even if you're not a huge fan, their collection of Asian ceramics is guaranteed to make you fall in lo

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The National Museum Of Ethnology

The National Museum of Ethnology is arguably the best museum in Osaka. It presents various cultures from around the world in exquisite and colorful detail, making it excellent for both children and ad

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The Park Front Hotel At Universal Studios Japan

This stylish and comfortable hotel is less than a one-minute walk to the main entrance of USJ. Rooms are spacious by Japanese standards, there are some great views from the rooms, and the staff is wel

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The Ritz Carlton Osaka

Located around 750 metres southwest of JR Osaka Station, the Ritz-Carlton is an ultra-luxe hotel that's worthy of the brand name. ![The Ritz-Carlton Osaka](https://photos.smugmug.com/Osaka/Kita-and-U

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The St Regis Osaka

Somewhere between an ultra-luxe hotel and a boutique hotel, the St. Regis is an immaculate hotel right in the heart of Honmachi, just steps from Honmachi Station. It's a great hotel for discerning tra

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The Westin Osaka

The Westin Osaka is a large international-class hotel with all the facilities you expect and spacious, comfortable rooms and reasonable rates for this class. ![The Westin Osaka](https://photos.smugmu

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